I have to confess that I have a laissez-faire approach to Valentine's Day. Most of my adult life, February 14 came and went like every other day. The exceptions were the years when my daughter was younger, and I set up Valentine's Tea Parties for her and her friends (and their dolls). I enjoyed them as much as she did!
Since it has been awhile since we celebrated the day of hearts and flowers, I set about creating a table that referenced both themes, while not being overly Valentine-ish.
Pink sets the tone. A strong shade that conveys the holiday.
Flowers and candles represent romance.
A bouquet of luscious flowers echoes the charming blossoms on the salad plates.
Arched lines on the dinner plates, the vintage sherbet glasses. . .
and the tallest candle holders. . .
remind me of garden bowers.
Eight crystal candle holders and six votives (some of which were first seen here) will contribute soft lighting to a relaxed evening.
The table evokes love and friendship, family and companionship. Hidden at each place setting is a sweet heart, the only obviously 'Valentine' decor.
Did you find them? They're in the sherbet glasses, waiting to be discovered.
Quick! Light the candles!
Update
I realized after I posted this last night that I had forgotten to include the goblets! Lol! So I took more pictures this morning, which was a good thing, because the sun finally came out. The sun highlights the blues of the goblets, first seen here. For fun I scattered more hearts on the runner (and glitter all over the table!).
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Salad plates | Wedgwood 'Charnwood'
Dinner plates | Block 'Blue Skies'
Sherbets | Cambridge 'Moonlight Blue'
Goblets | Fostoria 'Navarre'
Dinner plates | Block 'Blue Skies'
Sherbets | Cambridge 'Moonlight Blue'
Goblets | Fostoria 'Navarre'
So pretty and romantic. Love the floral plates and your floral arrangement. The hydrangea is so pretty with the pink roses!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I was lucky to find flowers that went so well with the plates
DeleteEverything is so pretty! I love how you included all the candlesticks and votives. It's so romantic! Your runner is wonderful, and I'm glad you added the goblets. I hadn't noticed they were missing, but the blue added so much more to your table. Perfectly lovely. Happy Valentine's!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! It turned out even more romantic than I had thought. Glad you stopped by.
DeleteSandra,
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your elegant and romantic Valentine's table at Monday Social. Everything is perfect.
Judith
Thank you, I'm glad you liked it. I'm pleased to be joining a great group of bloggers.
DeleteMy goodness, how lovely is your tablescape. I love the salad dishes and runner. It's so lovely and so happy you shared at Dishing it and Digging it link party.
ReplyDeleteThanks! I had first seen the salad plates at an antique store when I was in a hurry, then found them on eBay. I love the detail.
DeleteSandra, your table is beautiful. I sometimes forget to add the goblets or flatware....LOL The runner sets the stage. beautifully done. Happy Valentine's day and thank you for sharing at DI&DI.
ReplyDeleteThank you! As soon as I saw the runner, I knew I had to have it!
DeleteThose tall candle holders are gorgeous! Very pretty table and your pictures are great. Thank you for sharing with us this week at Celebrate Your Story, have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteThanks! My husband bought those candle holders -- he has pretty good taste!
DeleteSuch a pretty table setting; love your dishes and goblets!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing at AMAZE ME MONDAY!
Blessings,
Cindy
Thanks! I particularly enjoyed setting this table.
DeletePretty setting. The colors are awesome. I really love the blue tinge glassware's. Thank you for your other day visit to my blog. Glad you dropped a comment. Love Sujatha:)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Sujatha! I have become obsessed with vintage glassware in the last few years. So glad you came by for a visit!
DeleteI love this table for so many reasons -- it's elegant, colorful, catches the light so well. But mostly I love it because it could be used as easily at Christmas as at Valentine's Day and that's perfection!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Jeanie! I confess I never would have thought to use this at Christmas. You've given me ideas!
DeleteSuch a pretty and romantic table! The blue goblets are wonderful, too. - Karen
ReplyDeleteThanks, Karen! I was totally smitten when I found the goblets at the glass show!
DeleteBeautiful table and very romantic with those lovely floral plates, flowers and runner. I love the combo of votive and candle holders, light with candles is so very romantic indeed.
ReplyDeleteHappy Valentine's Day.
Fabby
Thanks so much, Fabby! There's just something about candlelight and the play of shadows that makes any setting more romantic. I hope your Valentine's Day is wonderful!
DeleteThe goblets are gorgeous and are a great addition. This is a beautiful tablescape. I love the blue plates. Thanks for sharing at Keep In Touch, Sandra.
ReplyDeleteKatie
Thank you, Katie! I am always entranced by anything blue, and using it for Valentine's Day was something I hadn't tried before. Glad you liked it!
DeleteOh Sandra that's lovely - and the goblets make it even better! What a beautiful place to remember tea parties of yore! :) Happy Valentines Day my friend! ❤️
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Barbara! I hadn't thought about my daughter's tea parties in some time, until I was going through a batch of photos. We held them for four or five years with different girls and they all loved the special attention. Hugs!
DeleteHi Sandra! I love how your Valentine's table turned out!! Would you believe I am JUST getting around to read this Valentine's blog hop?... Happy to be on vacation from school this week. :D!!! Happily pinned for you to my At Table board. <3
ReplyDeleteHappy spring hugs,
Barb :)
Thank you, Barb! I seem to have missed the past month -- I've been constantly busy, but don't have much to show for it. And I've had a cold that just won't quit, ugh. Hope you continue to enjoy your vacation.
DeleteHugs!