Easter Tablescape Practice Run

It’s a tradition for us to eat outside on Easter, every year, if the weather is nice enough. We have hosted backyard dinners, egg hunt parties, picnics on the lawn, you name it! We love to go hear the Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s annual Easter concert at Lee Park, and then come home to a lovely dinner in our own back yard. For Tablescape Thursday, I decided to do a test run of the table I’d like to set for our Easter dinner.

 

Even though it was not the prettiest of mornings, I was anxious to get outside and spend some time in the fresh air. And oh, the joy of having natural light to photograph by! I had almost forgotten how wonderful the natural light is. Although I’m sure you can tell by these photos, it was so incredibly overcast and dark, at moments it seemed more like a blustery fall day than spring.

 

Of course it’s sunny now, after I took everything back inside, as the weatherman had previously said it would be raining by now. It would have been nice to at least be able to eat lunch out here. Oh well, we’ll just keep our fingers crossed for Easter day.

 

These pretty branches were borrowed from my neighbor’s Bradford Pear tree. They have a really lovely fragrance.

 

These were a dark brass. I’m so glad that I painted them!

 

My parents’ wedding dishes, Metlox Pink Lady.  I used these in a cute kitchen tablescape last year, too. Aren’t the cups such a pretty shape?

 

I now know that this pattern is French Rose, thanks to sweet Marigene at Mimi In the Middle of Nowhere, who emailed and told me what it is! I’m still looking for more, Marigene, thank you again!

 

It suits us that this table says Easter, without overdoing the Easter part. Makes me start dreaming of Honeybaked ham, scalloped potatoes and asparagus. Some creamed spinach would be really nice too, although I’m the only one in this house who would eat it! Fine with me, really, because I love the stuff.

 

If I could remember where I found these rabbits, I would tell you, but I can’t. The birdie salt and peppers did come from Pier One. All other items are either vintage, or came from estate sales or thrift stores.

 

If you’re looking for Easter table inspiration, you’ll find plenty at Between Naps on the Porch for today’s Tablescape Thursday.

 

Have fun planning your Easter dinner!

Love,

Andrea

 

Comments

[Candy @ The Little Round Table]

This is so sweet! Like a breath of Spring, very well done!

Candy

[Denise]

Everything looks beautiful, your Easter sounds wonderful, I hope you do get to eat outside.

[Mimi]

Andrea, beautiful outdoor table...love the little bunnies. I am not a fan of pink, usually...but your china is gorgeous.

[Diann @ the Thrifty Groove]

Everything looks so sweet and pretty! Love it all. I really love those candle sticks!!

have a great day.

[Sonny]

Refreshing and beautiful. Love the outdoor setting and your table is lovely.

[Lisa]

I love it! It's so fresh and Spring-y! Hopefully our weather will co-operate and you can recreate your gorgeous table for Easter.

[Tricia]

The pink and white theme is SO pretty and elegant! I love your dishes, and how special that they belonged to your parents! The striped napkins add a lot, too!

[Lady Katherine]

I simply love this! The dishes, the bunnies, the candles! So pretty! I love it outdoors!

[Teresa @ Southern Touch Catering]

You've captured my heart with this setting! I am a pink & green gal and love the simplicity of the entire setting. I just adore the cups and saucers with this setting.

[laurie]

This table is absolutely breath taking! I love it. I love putting the flowering branches in the silver coffee server. Those candlesticks are beautiful and so smart of you to paint them. The pretty pinnk floral chinna is perfect for this soft look. laurie

[laurie]

Looks like the "n" on my computer is stuttering! laurie

[Joanie Clark]

This is my kind of table.....really delightful. You are so creative - everything works so well together. Don't you just love having dishes that were your mothers? They bring back such wonderful memories. The setting outside adds such a great feeling. Can't say enought good things about it.
Joanie

[Kim]

I love this tablescape!! So light & springy...elegant without being too much.

PS--I think that we are having the exact same Easter dinner :)

[Gayle]

Very elegant...and I LOVE the idea of eating outside if the weather permits

[Mid-Atlantic Martha]

This is so pretty! I love your pinks that match those sweet bunny noses! Happy Easter.