Monday, August 31, 2015

First Fall Tablescape


I'm not even going to try and name this "Early Fall Tablescape", because I'm sure I'll change this up in a few weeks for something a little more "Fallish" with some colorful leaves and berries. So let me be honest here and just call it, "First" Fall Tablescape. te he. I've already turned my calendar page over to September. I did mark a "31" on today's date, but I am ready to move into one of my favorite months and seasons. yep, more than ready. Last week I painted a French-y metal basket for the Dining Room table, and put together an arrangement that whispered the first nuances of Autumn. Here are some pics of the rest of the table.



I don't like to go "full on" Fall until there are more changes outside and the weather cools down a bit more, but these faux white Sunflowers and lighter colored Hydrangeas seemed just the perfect way to usher in my first changes for Fall.



I added a mismatched pair of wooden candlesticks and a concrete finial on a stack of books, to the tablescape, to add a little more white.



I have an antique grainsack with a caramel stripe on top of a off white burlap fabric piece for a tablerunner. (I took out the seam on the sides to make it twice the length) I like a wide tablerunner to cover up all the "brown" stained top of the table. It's too much "brown" for me, so I like to keep it lighter and it helps coordinate with the linen chair slips.










I lit my first Fall Candle of the season last week. "Leaves" from White Barn Candle Company is one of my favorites to get me totally psyched for Fall decorating.


Are you ready??



We made a trip to Eastern Missouri last weekend, and I can't wait to share some pics from my "Nature" pickings. It's definitely Fall along the winding riverbank's of the small waterways near the Mississippi River.


Hope you'll come back Wednesday Evening for Share Your Style.


I'll be joining these parties:

Show and Share at Coastal Charm
The Scoop at Stone Gable
Amaze Me Monday at Dwellings
Tweak it Tuesday at Cozy Little House
Inspire Me Tuesday at A Stroll Thru Life
Share Your Style at Common Ground
Share Your Cup at Mrs. Olson's
Treasure Hunt at From My Fronto Porch to Yours
Weekend Retreat at AKA Design

xoxo,



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34 comments:

  1. JunkchiccottageAugust 31, 2015 at 4:06 PM

    Beautiful Debra. Love the white sunflowers and hydrangeas together. Your table vignette is gorgeous and still light enough with summer still here. Very pretty.
    Kris

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  2. Rustic Maple ElizabethAugust 31, 2015 at 4:09 PM

    Very pretty! I have to tell you that as soon as I saw the little linky tools picture for this post over at Coastal Charm's Show and Share I said to myself 'that has to be Debra's tablescape.' You sure know how to style a surface (and I obviously spend a lot of time online haha.)

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  3. StaceyAugust 31, 2015 at 4:30 PM

    So pretty, Debra!

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  4. Lynda BrandlyAugust 31, 2015 at 4:31 PM

    I love that it's large and spectacular and so gorgeous! I would love something like this on my table but it's the only table we have and my guys roll their eyes as they take it all off to eat - lol! It's beautiful, Debra!
    love and blessings~
    Lynda @ Gates of Crystal

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  5. Ramblings of a Southern Girl ~ Rhonda GAugust 31, 2015 at 5:02 PM

    Beautiful! Love the candlesticks paired with the lovely vignette! ~Rhonda

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  6. UnknownAugust 31, 2015 at 5:18 PM

    Absolutely beautiful!

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  7. PatAugust 31, 2015 at 5:26 PM

    Debra,
    Absolutely gorgeous first Fall tablescape, dear friend!!!
    I adore the soft, subtle hues in your freshly painted French~y metal basket!!!
    Sunflowers are my favorite flower!!! I l o v e the white faux ones featured here!!!
    Gazing across your Autumnal embellished dining room table,
    my eye caught the top of your china cabinet.
    The metal basket atop your china cabinet and the woven basket filled
    with hydrangea are perfect compliments to your dining room table decor!!!
    Like you, I turned my Calendar over to September today, and smiled!!!
    Annual vacation is just 29 days away!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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    1. Debra@CommonGroundAugust 31, 2015 at 7:33 PM

      Yay, all of crazy Fall-nuts need to stick together, even if it's being in the next month!!

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  8. Katie MansfieldAugust 31, 2015 at 5:34 PM

    I'm so ready. I love the basket and your neutral sunflowers.

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  9. Botanic BleuAugust 31, 2015 at 5:49 PM

    Debra,
    The white sunflower arrangement is just beautiful. It inspired me to create a new Pinterest board for Fall. Yours is the first photo pinned to the new board. :)

    Judith

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    1. Botanic BleuAugust 31, 2015 at 5:55 PM

      Old age is knocking at my door. I already had a Fall Pinterest board. Your photo is the first one pinned THIS season. ha ha

      Judith

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    2. Debra@CommonGroundAugust 31, 2015 at 7:31 PM

      oh thanks Judith!! I think my Fall Pinterest Board is my biggest!

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  10. Sandi MagleAugust 31, 2015 at 8:05 PM

    Pretty, Pretty, loving the soft palette of your florals. I've been digging in my stashes, and just don't know what to pick. Going softer for early Fall is a great idea!

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  11. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesAugust 31, 2015 at 8:54 PM

    This is so lovely, Debra...elegant, yet rustic...and perfect for fall!

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  12. Barbara @ 21 Rosemary LaneAugust 31, 2015 at 9:15 PM

    In a word Debra Gorgeous!!! I love the softer side of autumn and you created such a stunning table using the more muted colors of the Fall. So pretty as always!
    XO Barbara

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  13. 20 North OraAugust 31, 2015 at 9:59 PM

    A gorgeous entry into Fall décor! Still light and airy and elegant. As always, I love everything you do.

    Judy

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  14. SarahAugust 31, 2015 at 11:23 PM

    Debra, it looks great in that wire basket. Beautiful job with all the white accents. Perfect for transitioning. Finally cooler temps here in the past few days. Fall is in the air! '-)

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  15. Anne's Attic - DesignSeptember 1, 2015 at 4:00 AM

    Debra, you have the cuties things. I love the basket and all of the white flowers! Lovely. Jo

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  16. UnknownSeptember 1, 2015 at 8:08 AM

    Beautiful Debra. I love all the subtle Fall colors you've chosen for your first Fall tablescape. I need to get up into my attic and find my Fall boxes before I can begin decorating. Sigh . . . I love Fall in SC but I'm a bit sad to leave the Summer behind.
    Blessings to you dear lady,
    Patti

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  17. thepaintedapron.comSeptember 1, 2015 at 8:49 AM

    Stunning Debra! Love the mismatched candlesticks and the pale sunflowers, just gorgeous!!
    Jenna

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  18. Rosemary and ThymeSeptember 1, 2015 at 12:01 PM

    I love it. Simple and elegant.

    Janet

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  19. UnknownSeptember 1, 2015 at 12:16 PM

    I did a seaside first Fall table today. Fall is my favorite!
    Your table is gorgeous. I love the wire basket!

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  20. sweet violetsSeptember 1, 2015 at 12:55 PM

    Lovely!!! I also flipped my calendar to September.......and did the 'happy dance'..........come on Fall, I'm waiting for you!!!

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  21. Welcome September 1, 2015 at 1:50 PM

    Beautiful centerpiece. I am your newest GFC follower.

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  22. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsSeptember 1, 2015 at 4:36 PM

    Very pretty, Debra, and I think it is perfect for this time of year!

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  23. UnknownSeptember 1, 2015 at 5:03 PM

    Beautiful!! I wouldn't change a thing.The basket is so pretty.Now I'm inspired.

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  24. GranthamLynnSeptember 1, 2015 at 7:55 PM

    I always begin lighting candles in the Fall. I love your table. I'm like your my table and mantle are always evolving. I love the white! Thanks for sharing it. I'd love you to come over to The Fabulous Fall party. It's simple link any day any time. No worries about coming by on a certain day! Let's party!

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  25. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsSeptember 1, 2015 at 10:02 PM

    A beautiful Fall tablescape for a beautiful room....a gorgeous arrangement Debra!

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  26. Tarnished RoyaltySeptember 2, 2015 at 10:14 AM

    Fall candles are the absolute best! I can't wait to light my first one. Love your stunning flower basket! ~Ann
    Tarnished Royalty

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  27. ClearissaSeptember 2, 2015 at 4:37 PM

    This is really pretty and a different take on the normal colors of fall. Love it!!

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  28. Deb @ Frugal Little BungalowSeptember 2, 2015 at 4:49 PM

    it's beautiful / perfect for late summer :) It's not really fall yet and this is a nice summer sliding into fall arrangement! :)

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  29. ornate splendorSeptember 2, 2015 at 6:29 PM

    Just beautiful, as always, Debra! Love the whites for fall--the white sun flowers are fantastic. Beautiful next to the distressed white architectural pieces. Well done!
    Catherine

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  30. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonSeptember 5, 2015 at 4:04 PM

    Very beautiful Debra and perfect for a summer to fall transition! It is feeling cooler here and I have the majority of my fall décor out. Still have to finish the porch and do a little tweaking here and there. Love arrangement you made! I was up two different canyons yesterday and today. Seeing lots of fall color already. Gorgeous time of year! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  31. PamelaSeptember 9, 2015 at 5:57 PM

    It is just stunning Debora! I always love seeing what you come up with.

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