Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Homespun Christmas Tablescape

One day, I received a coupon in the mail from Coldwater Creek.  It was a coupon for $25.00 off any purchase.  Always looking for something new for the wardrobe, I happily went to Coldwater Creek for a little retail therapy.

It was just one of those days.  I liked lots of clothes, I tried lots of  them on, and I hated all of them.  As I was getting ready to admit defeat, I turned around & saw....dishes.   Yes, I said, dishes!  There were these adorable Christmas plates wrapped up with a bright red bow.  Well, it didn't take me but 5 seconds to realize that I should buy them.  They were a set of 4 for $29.95 and with my coupon, I got them for $4.95. 

My husband is still trying to figure out how I went to a clothing store & managed to come out with dishes!  LOL   

Getting to the point of this post, here they are in my homespun Christmas tablescape.....




I love the irregular round shape of these plates.


   
Tablecloth, several years ago, Target
Green dinner plates, Oneida Outlet
Red salad plates, 15+ years ago, Pier 1
Green bubble goblets, several years ago, Target
Ornament place card holders, last year, Michaels



Napkins, last year, Joanns
Green flatware by Cambridge, Home Goods
Gingham flatware, many years ago, Spiegel


After Christmas last year, I found this red gingham star tree topper at Hobby Lobby.  I couldn't resist the gingham & bought it for a few dollars.   I had no idea what to do with it, until now.  I added a silver star from Target, a Dollar Tree candle, some greenery & fake snow to a tin basket for this centerpiece.



Couldn't resist one more picture with the sun shining!



Can't believe Christmas is almost here!

Linking to:

Between Naps on the Porch for Tablescape Thursday

French Country Cottage for Feathered Nest Friday

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29 comments:

  1. debbie refresh restyleDecember 14, 2011 at 11:12:00 PM EST

    Gina, your table looks great! I love gingham too and that flatware and those plates.... It's all perfect! Tell your husband I would have done the same thing!!
    Debbie

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  2. UnknownDecember 14, 2011 at 11:32:00 PM EST

    Gina, super cute table, I like the way you did the center piece.Are you guys ready for Christmas?

    Hugs
    ~~Pattie~~

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  3. JacquelineDecember 15, 2011 at 12:02:00 AM EST

    What a fun surprise coupon! I am surprised that you ended up with plates too, but that sounds like something I would do in a heartbeat! They are so fun and modern. I love the checks and polka dots which add to the fun modern theme. Enjoy!

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  4. KarenDecember 15, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EST

    Your table looks fantastic, those are some cute dishes and for for 4.95 you couldn't leave them. Why were they selling dishes in a clothing store lol. Whatever the reason I know you're glad they were there.

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  5. sweet violetsDecember 15, 2011 at 1:01:00 AM EST

    What a delightful table you have set!!! The new plates are so very cute, and love the cloth....hugs...cleo

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  6. Phyllis @Around the HouseDecember 15, 2011 at 1:30:00 AM EST

    Love your table setting and your story...wow I have done that so many times went for clothes and came home with dishes....I am a new follower and can't wait to see more of your designs...

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  7. AmandaDecember 15, 2011 at 4:41:00 AM EST

    Gina, the table looks wonderful! Those little plates are just too cute, the irregular shape is wonderful!

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  8. Grammy GoodwillDecember 15, 2011 at 5:52:00 AM EST

    Those plates are lovely. You layered them so well and the flatware just sets it all off perfectly.

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  9. Sunflowers With SmilesDecember 15, 2011 at 6:54:00 AM EST

    Gina:

    I love your tablescape....especially the gingham and polka....What a great deal you had on your purchase.

    Happy Holidays to you!

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  10. Something Nice and PrettyDecember 15, 2011 at 7:05:00 AM EST

    I'd of grabbed them too Gina! What a deal you got for them, I just love your table all set for a wonderful Christmas!

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  11. DebbiedoosDecember 15, 2011 at 7:13:00 AM EST

    What is not to love on this Christmas cheerful table! Love the tablecloth, and the dishes are adorable too Gina!

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  12. ℳartina @ Northern NestingDecember 15, 2011 at 8:24:00 AM EST

    Gina that looks sooooo pretty! Love the tablecloth and those dishes! Martina

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  13. Mid-Atlantic MarthaDecember 15, 2011 at 8:38:00 AM EST

    Only a true tablescaper could understand going into a clothing store and coming out with dishes! Love your wonderful table today. Looks like tabletop fun for sure.

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  14. Shannon FoxDecember 15, 2011 at 1:36:00 PM EST

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    This has got to be THE HAPPIEST little table ever. The flatware is so cute I could pinch it's little cheeks (if it had them).
    Shan

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  15. Linda @ A La CarteDecember 15, 2011 at 3:29:00 PM EST

    Gina I love that you went to a clothing store and came home with plates...yep my kind of gal!! This table is darling. I love the simplicity and homespun look and oh those plates are adorable. Love that centerpiece, I heart that gingham star! I can't believe how close Christmas is either! hugs, Linda

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  16. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleDecember 15, 2011 at 4:49:00 PM EST

    Gina, I adore this tablescape. Cute cute red plaid tablecloth and your new plates are perfect with the irregular shape. I hate trying on clothes and not liking anything. Glad you spied the plates.

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  17. Robin JohnsonDecember 15, 2011 at 5:49:00 PM EST

    Your table looks so pretty. I just love the centerpiece and the tablecloth.

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  18. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️December 15, 2011 at 6:50:00 PM EST

    Hi Gina,

    WOW! Love the cute plates and your beautiful tablescape. The stars are a wonderful addition.

    Dee

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  19. The Polka Dot ClosetDecember 15, 2011 at 6:54:00 PM EST

    Oh Gina, Your new dishes are wonderful. I'm with your hubby I thought Coldwater Creek only sold clothes!! You got a great deal!

    Carol

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  20. AnonymousDecember 15, 2011 at 7:42:00 PM EST

    Gina your table is just sweet! I love everything on it. It is so welcoming and fun...very comfortable! Merry Christmas!

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  21. JanetDecember 16, 2011 at 12:45:00 AM EST

    Your plates are adorable and that sounds like something I would do! I have those same little ornament place card holders from Michael's, too!
    Blessings,
    Janet

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  22. DawnaDecember 16, 2011 at 1:34:00 AM EST

    Too cute! And too funny that you came home with dishes instead of clothes!! You truly are a dishoholic! Hey how do I find you on Pinterest? Thanks for any helpful tips in the pinning department . Have a great day my friend.

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  23. JenCoenDecember 16, 2011 at 11:07:00 AM EST

    Wow Gina! This is fabulous! So festive.... absolutely love the centerpiece!!! Great table!

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  24. Alycia NicholsDecember 16, 2011 at 4:56:00 PM EST

    My kind of gal!! Go into Coldwater Creek and come out with nothing but dishes! Ha! That is fabulous! I have seen lots of dishes over the years there that I thought were just so cute, and you picked a winner!!! That they are a bit mishapen makes them that much cuter to me! I like things that are a little "off center" like that! (Which, I'm sure, explains my personality!) :-) Yay, you with your super discount!!!!!!!!

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  25. Cindy AdkinsDecember 17, 2011 at 7:16:00 PM EST

    Merry Christmas, Gina! Your tablescape looks very pretty!
    Hugs, Cindy

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  26. TessDecember 18, 2011 at 9:25:00 PM EST

    Gina...Well, if you didn't find any CLOTHES you liked, why not buy dished you DO like!! Makes sense to me! Adorable table Love the gingham.

    Very sad there is no snow in CNY...how about you???

    Tess (Utica)

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  27. Jane@Cottage at the CrossroadsDecember 18, 2011 at 9:43:00 PM EST

    Wow! You really got a deal on those adorable plates. Coldwater Creek always has some awesome decorative items, but the closest one to me is an hour away. Your centerpiece is really cute with that gingham star in it.

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  28. AnaDecember 19, 2011 at 1:25:00 PM EST

    Cute dishes...And what a great deal you got on them....Love me those coupons :-) Your tablescapes looks awesome...As usual my friend.

    Much love,
    ♥Ana

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  29. LaithenztmfFebruary 4, 2013 at 11:56:00 AM EST

    What a fun surprise coupon! I am surprised that you ended up with plates too, but that sounds like something I would do in a heartbeat! They are so fun and modern. I love the checks and polka dots which add to the fun modern theme. Enjoy!

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