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Wednesday, July 4, 2012

4th of July Outdoors Tablescape

I'm not a "Tablescaper" by any stretch of the imagination,
but I do like to put together a fun and festive holiday display.


I have "bits and pieces" of transferware, not complete sets, so I grabbed what I had of the blue/red and mixed them up with some standard white vintage plates, to put together a little outdoors soiree.



Whitewashed flower pots with old seed packets hold the silverware



While one of my heavy duty Homer Laughlin pitchers 
holds some daisies and flags






I layered old tablecloths and vintage linens for an extra "picnic-y" feel.







croquet anyone?


Hope you have a fun 4th of July!
We'll be celebrating our younger daughter and her husband's birthdays
with some pool party craziness.


If you haven't entered my Big Book Give Away 
of Carolyn Westbrook's new book, 
"Through the French Door"
then CLICK HERE


Some of you may not know this, but I have another blog, 
"a day in the life...walking with God".
My posts have been a little sporadic this year, 
but I'd love to have you come by and visit.


I'll be joining in for these parties:
Between Naps on the Porch
Savvy Southern Style
Primp
A Very Merry Vintage Style
No Minimalist Here
A Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson
A Vintage Farmhouse
Rooted in Thyme
The Charm of Home
French Country Cottage
At the Picket Fence
2805
Shabby Art Boutique

xoxo,
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44 comments:

  1. AnneJuly 3, 2012 at 2:53 PM

    Debra,
    Beautiful tablescape.Happy 4th of July!
    (((Hugs))
    Anne

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  2. Kirby CarespodiJuly 3, 2012 at 3:16 PM

    This is so charming! I am going to practice "tablescaping" so that I can participate at Between Naps' party. (Goodness knows I have more than enough dishes!)

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  3. Ramblings of a Southern Girl ~ Rhonda GJuly 3, 2012 at 3:25 PM

    I'd say you sure have a knack for tablescaping! The 4th of July is so charming, and looks like it's straight out of a magazine! Gorgeous!

    Happy 4th! :)

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  4. OliveJuly 3, 2012 at 4:57 PM

    Not a tablescaper indeed. Red, White, Blue, and Vintage per Debra confections always do it for me. We took our crazy selves and the wees to the zoo in this heat today. Needless to say we are toast with a side of brain mush.

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  5. Keeping It CozyJuly 3, 2012 at 4:58 PM

    This is SO beautiful! I'd say you definitely have the touch when it comes to tablescapes. :-) I love your vintage linens... I have several linens from my grandmother and love using them on the table.

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  6. Nancy @ The HeadmistressJuly 3, 2012 at 5:04 PM

    This is a BEAUTIFUL tablescape! Summertime and the 4th of July just BEG for vintage linens and yours are fabulous, and I love the seed packets! Thanks for sharing!
    Nancy

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  7. MimiJuly 3, 2012 at 5:40 PM

    Love the idea of the flowerpots and seed packets for holding the silverware.
    Happy 4th July to you! I hope the sunshine stays with you!

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  8. Vickie @ Ranger 911July 3, 2012 at 6:55 PM

    You have the best stash of red, white, & blue! A pool party sounds heavenly right now! Have a wonderful 4th!

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  9. Honey at 2805July 3, 2012 at 7:30 PM

    Your tablescape is charming and inviting, Debra! Have a wonderful 4th of July!

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  10. Cherry's Prairie PrimitivesJuly 3, 2012 at 7:32 PM

    Love your beautiful table display!!

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  11. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsJuly 3, 2012 at 9:54 PM

    Very pretty, Debra! With the heat we've been having here, I'd probably be outside long enough to take the picture then be running back to the AC! Enjoy your 4th and your birthday celebrations.

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  12. Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and AcornsJuly 3, 2012 at 10:21 PM

    Debra, This is such a great tablescape! I love it and I love your collection of transferware.

    Have a happy holiday!

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  13. DortheJuly 4, 2012 at 2:30 AM

    Dear Debra, what a sweet and charming table setting, I so love all your vintage linnens, and the flower seed bags is a lovely addition to the table.
    I wish you a happy 4th of July, celebrating also your daughter and SIL `s birthdayes.
    Hugs,Dorthe

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  14. Kari from Meadowview FarmJuly 4, 2012 at 8:21 AM

    Oh you most certainly have a gift for putting it all together in such a lovely way....think I would just love to be sitting right there!
    Happy July 4th!
    Kari

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  15. TheresaJuly 4, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    I think your tablescape is AWESOME! Have a blessed day dear Debra, HUGS!

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  16. Linda July 4, 2012 at 8:46 AM

    Looks pretty good to me. Happy 4th of July!

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  17. BlissJuly 4, 2012 at 9:04 AM

    Stay cool by the pool!

    ~Bliss~

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  18. Julie MarieJuly 4, 2012 at 9:16 AM

    Happy Fourth of July dear Debra!... xoxo Julie Marie

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  19. Penny @ Penny's Vintage HomeJuly 4, 2012 at 9:30 AM

    Looks like a perfect picnic setting! Happy 4th Hugs, Penny

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  20. red.neck chicJuly 4, 2012 at 9:44 AM

    GORGEOUS!!! I'm coming to hang out in your back yard. LOL

    Have FUN today in the pool and celebrating BIRTHDAYS!!!

    xoxo
    robelyn

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  21. renae July 4, 2012 at 10:12 AM

    That was so darling. Looked like something out of the 40's on my grandma's lawn. (i wasn't alive then my I've seen pics) happy a happy 4th! :D

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  22. KellyJuly 4, 2012 at 10:38 AM

    Love that picnic style table setting. It has all of the elements of vintage picnic americana to it. Hope you have a wonderful holiday today and birthday celebrations with your family.

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  23. ★Carol★July 4, 2012 at 11:00 AM

    I may not visit as often as I would like, but I ALWAYS make a point of popping in around the 4th, because your decorations are not to be missed! Love your tablescape, and your sun porch is just stunning. If it was mine, I'd never want to leave that room!
    Happy 4th,
    Carol

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  24. vignette designJuly 4, 2012 at 11:43 AM

    What a beautiful table Debra! Have a happy 4th!

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  25. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsJuly 4, 2012 at 12:12 PM

    Beautiful table....beautiful setting...Happy 4th to you!

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  26. erin's art and gardensJuly 4, 2012 at 2:45 PM

    such a pretty and festive setting. happy fourth! it's gonna be a scorcher!
    erin
    xxoo

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  27. On Crooked CreekJuly 4, 2012 at 6:53 PM

    Debra,
    What a festive Fourth of July tablescape!!! The vintage linens and the transferware make this a stunning table for a picnic or a cool beverage to watch all the Fourth of July fun! Love it!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  28. StephanieJuly 4, 2012 at 8:23 PM

    This is so beautiful - magazine worthy!!

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  29. Ann from On Sutton PlaceJuly 4, 2012 at 8:35 PM

    LOVE the table cloths and the ticking pillows. Just perfectly done. Hope you enjoyed your day with your family. I missed your giveaway so I'm off to check that out right now.

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  30. JuneJuly 4, 2012 at 9:19 PM

    I love your beautiful outdoor table setting Debra. I can imagine myself there right now eating my watermelon!
    It sounds like your plans for the day will be so much fun!
    hugs...

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  31. Carol LeeJuly 4, 2012 at 9:50 PM

    Most of the blogs i've visited features fourth of July related blog posts and i just love seeing different perspective and arts that boldly shows creativity of the bloggers.
    Ed Butowsky

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  32. The Vintage ChateauJuly 4, 2012 at 11:03 PM

    So much fun, I love the mix and match look!
    Karee

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  33. ClaudiaJuly 5, 2012 at 5:29 AM

    What do you mean, you're not a tablescaper? It looks wonderful - perfect for the Fourth of July!

    xo
    Claudia

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  34. trash talkJuly 5, 2012 at 7:18 AM

    Somebody's trying to blow smoke up my dress...you little firecracker you! Nobody does red, white, and blue better'n you...nobody.
    Deb

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  35. SerendipityRefinedJuly 5, 2012 at 7:41 AM

    What a beautiful setting! I hope that you had a wonderful 4th! There was a little croquet played at my home yesterday but I assure you, it wasn't the polite, relaxing game of yesteryear when played by my two young adult sons!

    xo

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  36. must love junkJuly 5, 2012 at 8:09 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous!!
    Susan

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  37. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesJuly 5, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    Who wouldn't want to sit out here? Perfectly charming...and beautifully styled!

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  38. ErinJuly 5, 2012 at 1:22 PM

    Such a stunning vignette, Deborah! Hope you had a wonderful 4th!

    Erin
    Carolina Country Living

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  39. CynthiaJuly 5, 2012 at 2:18 PM

    Absolutely quaint and stunning. I love the seed packets that are a great touch.

    Cynthia

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  40. The Style SistersJuly 5, 2012 at 10:33 PM

    Love this vintage tablescape!! The pot with the seed packet is awesome! Come by and link up to Centerpiece Wednesday on my blog and share your ideas.

    Karin

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  41. Debra at HOMESPUN: http://www.thehomespun.com July 6, 2012 at 4:40 PM

    I am new to the blogging
    world ( and your site ) and didn't even know what a "tablescape" was until about a month ago :) Yours is quite nice / normal is fine in my world :)

    LOL also...what people nowadays call "Vignettes" my grandmother used to call "Settings" and the other day as I was cleaning up after my grandson had left I was considering doing a "Vignette / Tablescape" photoshoot of a flower arrangement surrounded by construction vehicles :)

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  42. very merry vintage styleJuly 10, 2012 at 3:34 PM

    Such a pretty setting. Love that flowered cloth. Thanks for linking up to STL Wednesday!
    Mary

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  43. The Charm of HomeJuly 11, 2012 at 10:23 AM

    How pretty! I love the vintage tablecloth with the checked! Great look! Thank you for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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  44. Kerryanne @ Shabby Art BoutiqueJuly 11, 2012 at 4:56 PM

    Your table looks so inviting Debra. Thanks for sharing it at Shabbilicious Friday.

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