Inspiration for tablescapes can come from all kinds of sources! Today I was inspired by a rather unlikely one — the morning news.
I've set a table in blue and yellow, the colors of the flag of Ukraine, to honor all the women there who may not be able to set their own. In the spirit of "making-do" I used only tableware and decor that I already had.
I've doubled vibrant placemats for more impact, then stacked dinner
plates with a favorite trellis pattern, salad plates with a
solid band of pale yellow accented with gold dots, and finally glass
plates in a striking shade of blue.
You may remember the plates from other tables I've set: Thoughts of Pansies for a Spring Table, Daffodils and Irish Spring Colors, and Summer Flowers, Summer Table.
The crystal stemware is bold and sturdy, the water glass more delicate and etched with flowers.
Solid blue napkins are paired with yellow and white ones in a pretty daisy pattern that echo both the water glasses and the centerpiece.
Since I don't have sunflowers, I've used faux rudbeckia flowers that are similar and just as sunny in the centerpiece.
On the buffet are the red, white and blue, confirming we stand with
Ukraine, its people and its
spirit.
Sláva Ukrayíni!
Table Details
Dinner plates | Block 'Blue Skies'
Salad plates | Wedgwood 'April'
Appetizer plates | Hazel-Atlas 'Newport'
Wine glasses | Towle 'Tiara'
Water glasses | Jeannette 'Floragold Louisa'
My daughter would go nuts over that setting. Her favorite kitchen colors have always been blue and yellow. Great choice.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Latane! Blue and yellow combos are so cheerful!
DeleteI appreciate your honoring the people of Ukraine and our continued support.Well done!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad my table spoke to you! Thanks for letting me know.
DeleteSandra, your blue and yellow table is so pretty and perfect for spring! Love the double placemats idea and also, that blue and yellow are the colors of the Ukrainian flag. How sweet to set a table honoring the Ukrainian women. The plate stack is lovely and the daisy napkins are also perfect for spring. Now if it (spring) would only hurry up and get here! Hope you have a wonderful evening!
ReplyDeleteKim, thank you for your thoughtful comments! I'm glad to hear my table resonated with you. Spring is definitely on the way in my garden -- it is full of daffodils and the hyacinths have started to bloom!
DeleteYour table setting looks so fresh and springy! I love all the layering. Thanks for sharing at the #HomeMattersParty!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Allyson! Love coming to the party!
DeleteSandra,
ReplyDeleteI love blue and yellow together. Your tablesetting is so lovely. You always make your table look so lovely. Congratulations, you are being featured on TFT. I hope you stop by. https://www.eclecticredbarn.com/2023/03/teatime-trays-on-thursday-favorite.html
Hugs,
Bev
Thank you again, Bev, for featuring my table on TFT. I really appreciate it. Have a wonderful weekend!
DeleteI am a huge fan of blues and whites, and now, thanks to your lovely post, I will be adding some yellow.
ReplyDeleteRosemary Davis
www.distinctlysouthernstyle.com
Rosemary, you are sure to love touches of yellow. It brings such cheerful vibes! Thanks for visiting
DeleteThat is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Joanne!
DeleteThis blue and yellow together is just lovely. Those flowers are wonderful. Visiting from Happy Hearts & Homes linkup.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you enjoyed this, Jennifer! Thanks for stopping by
DeleteLove the blue and yellow combination.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jocelyn, I'm glad you came to visit!
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