Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Christmas Around My Table


Merry Christmas and I am so glad you have stopped by for a visit...I am so happy to show you around my table that is set for a family dinner this weekend..


This year"s table started off with the wonderful Pendleton wool blanket that I bought from Nancy's shop on etsy .  She was great to work with and soon I had the foundation for my table...


One of my all time favorite finds at GW was this communion tray..I knew it was perfect for a centerpiece container.  It holds water and has all of these little holes like a flower frog....so, now..off we go to the rest of the table...



These antlers were my Daddy's...wish I knew the story behind them..My Grandmother kept everything and I am glad she did...just because of things like these antlers...


I have fallen in love with faux bois (fake wood) this year.  and remembered these planters that I bought years ago..they were just right for this table.....


 The chargers are a green and black faux bois..lovely...made by Centrum but I couldn't find anything online about them..



The plates are Holiday Wreath by Taylor, Smith and Taylor..


Pewter goblets and my very versatile  Dollar Tree crystal goblets...old silverplate and red paisley napkins...




When the candles are lit, the table takes on a more romantic feel.....






Wool plaid, pewter, faux bois, red berries, pinecone candles, Christmas china, antlers, and a silver candelabra ...
it all says Christmas to me..... a few  more pictures to enjoy..  it was too hard to edit anymore so I just went for it....LOL..
Thank you for stopping by...








Johnson Brothers Merry Christmas mugs..





 There is a 25 year anniversary vase hidden in the greenery..it is in honor of my 25th year living in my beloved town...


Beeswax Christmas tree candles...and pewter cups...


This sleigh was made by my brother back in the 60's..



Merry Christmas to everyone of you..May you find peace and joy this year.. and understand the Person behind all of this celebrating.....Jesus...

Love, Mona

I am joining these parties this week.....
Let's Dish
Home and Garden Thursday
Tablescape Thursday

26 comments:

  1. Your table looks beautiful and I just love those mugs :)

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  2. Your table is beautiful, Mona. I love the plaid and the dishes are gorgeous!

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  3. Gorgeous, Mona! The whole table looks wonderfully inviting, and the centerpiece is fabulous! Clever you, to think of the possibilities a communion tray holds!

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  4. Mona, the table is beautiful. The plaid, the antlers, the china all come together beautifully. I love the YOU ARE SUSPENDED FROM THE CHANDY SHOT. Merry Christmas, Olive

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  5. Beautiful, Mona...the plaid and the paisley has it for me :) Merry Christmas!

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  6. Gorgeous table, Mona. Love the plaid and the mug vignette with the fruit, so fun and festive!

    Thanks for sharing and I hope you have a lovely dinner party!

    Merry Christmas!

    xo
    Poppy

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  7. A very festive table - all you want now is the food to complete the picture.

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  8. What a beautiful table, Mona! Love all the different textures you have put together...and those chargers are wonderful.
    Merry Christmas to you and yours.

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  9. So beautiful, Mona. I love every single photo and wish that I could just curl up in that blanket! Wow - Merry Christmas, my friend!!

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  10. Where do I start??? Maybe with WOW!

    I love the plaid and the paisley and the horns and the silver goblets and the cute china and every little detail. It really is perfect! I wish it was Christmas all year because Christmas tablescapes are my very favorites, and all of those elements are why!

    Great job!

    xo

    Sheila

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  11. Your table is so beautiful, Mona. Beautiful plates, beautiful centerpiece and love the glow and the background with the Christmas tree. Merry Christmas!...Christine

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  12. Your Holiday Wreath by Taylor, Smith and Taylor is really special. I love the antlers they are great and rare. Have a Merry Christmas,
    Pam

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  13. Everything about this t'scape is terrific! Love its rustic charm and the details speak to the theme. Your Christmas plates are wonderful!

    DD

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  14. Mona, what a beautiful, yet comforting table, from the wool covering to the candle glow. Your dishes are so timeless and those JB mugs...swoon!! How in the world did you get the sparkling glow in the last photo...love it!! Have a wonderful dinner around that table. xo
    p.s. I adore those pine cone candles, too!!

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  15. LOVE all your elements...Pendleton blanket, antlers, pinecones, pewter goblets, and lots of evergreens. What a great idea to use a communion tray for a flower vase. Brilliant! Visiting from Let's Dish.

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  16. You had me at Pendleton! There is nothing from the Pendleton collection that I don't love! Just SO classic!!! And classic is just what this table is all the way!

    Your brother did a really good job on that sleigh oh-so-many years ago. You've kept it up pretty good, too!

    It's so great that your Grandmother kept things. One just never knows what the later generations will come to cherish.

    Merry Christmas, dear Mona! I wish you love and great joy!

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  17. Lovely! I imagine that there'll be lively conversation and laughter around your beautiful table. Makes me wish for a Pendleton blanket!

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  18. Mona, The antlers in the centerpiece give a wonderful family history feel to this marvelous Christmas tablescape (even if you don't know the whole story behind them). I keep saying that you cannot go wrong with tartan plaid for a Christmas table. The Pendleton blanket adds so much depth to the visual aesthetics and makes a perfect canvas to start a visual masterpiece. The TST Holiday Wreath plates are a wonderful representation of Americana that I just love. You have done a wonderful job of creating a most memorable Christmas Tablescape. love! Love! Love!

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  19. I am back from TT to ogle your table again, and I think I forgot to mention those malachite chargers! Oh Woza! They are fabulous !

    xo

    Sheila

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  20. Your table and everything you've done is just beautiful! I love your pretty dishes and those dollar store glasses are lovely! ;) Merry Christmas to you, too!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  21. Everything looks so beautiful. I bet the guests felt spoiled! I love all of your naturals for the centerpiece. It is a lovely table! Have a wonderful Christmas!

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  22. Your Pendleton blanket is gorgeous, I would be a nervous wreck with people eating on it! Whenever I see your tables I smile because they always look like you had so much fun creating them! It's elegant and comforting and Christmas all in one! Merry Holidays Mona!
    Jenna

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  23. Gorgeous...love it all. The chargers are wonderful, crazy about your candelabra.

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  24. This is a charming Christmas table from the plaid blanket/tablecloth to the treasured antlers. The STS china is a wonderful pattern and I love the wreath. Your pewter goblets add another texture to the table.

    Have a great Christmas meal at your lovely home!

    Pam

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  25. Beautiful, Mona! Love the mix of the plaid and paisley, it works! Nice to have family heirlooms on the table, helps us feel they are still with us.
    Happy Birthday, Jesus, we celebrate with you!
    Thanks for linking to Let's Dish!

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  26. Hi Mona,

    I have a faux bois planter that looks just like the one in your pictures. Can you tell me if there happens to be any markings on yours? I am looking for the manufacturer for the mold/design and cannot seem to figure it out.

    Thanks!

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