Monday, July 1, 2013

Dots, Checks & Roses Tablescape

Before I begin, can I just complain about the weather for a second?
I believe we had 19 days of rain in June.  Here we are,
July 1st and what's it doing?
Raining!
I feel like I live in a jungle or a rainforest.
Everything is ridiculously green, but goodness, it's depressing.
I think it's time to buy a boat, or an ark, or something.

Ugh!  ENOUGH!
Thank you for allowing me to vent.  Now on to the post....

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I don't believe I've shared a tablescape with you for 3 months now.

 
That's pretty sad, so I'm going to remedy that right now.



This is one of my favorite sets of dishes. 
 I cannot even begin to tell you how much I love them. 
They are from 222 Fifth. 



These dishes have everything I love...dots, checks, roses...pretty colors
and a vintage feel.

White charger:  Oneida Factory Outlet
Gingham flatware:  Spiegel
Dot napkins:  Joann Fabrics
Dot tumblers:  Target



The dinner plate.  


Insert big and dreamy **sigh.**

 
 You can find the recipe for my strawberry hand pies, right here.  

 
As always, thanks for visiting me today!
 
Linking to:
 
All Things Thursday at Posed Perfection
  Let's Dish at Cuisine Kathleen
 Share Your Cup Thursday at Have a Daily Cup of  Mrs. Olson
 
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32 comments:

  1. Ricki TreleavenJuly 1, 2013 at 9:19:00 PM EDT

    Oh, Gina....this is my favorite! I love it! :D

    The plates need to visit me! ;P

    I think this is a fun tablescape for Independence Day.

    xo,
    RJ

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  2. Yvonne @ StoneGableJuly 1, 2013 at 10:11:00 PM EDT

    Gina, This table is just adorable! So sweet and feminine! You put it together perfectly!!!! LOVE!

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  3. StaceyJuly 1, 2013 at 10:16:00 PM EDT

    I. Love. Those. Dishes!! I want to find those. :)

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  4. Blondie's JournalJuly 1, 2013 at 10:53:00 PM EDT

    You tablescapes are always so cute and full of the nicest details. I love those dishes, too!

    Tell me about the rain! I'm just glad my flowers are loving it!

    XO,
    Jane

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  5. MelindaJuly 1, 2013 at 11:22:00 PM EDT

    You had me at DOTS!

    Love the whole tablescape.

    : o )

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  6. SharonJuly 2, 2013 at 12:08:00 AM EDT

    I love your dishes and your tablescape. It makes me feel happy when I look at it!

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  7. The Polka Dot ClosetJuly 2, 2013 at 12:19:00 AM EDT

    Oh I love those plates too! I thought they were Cath Kidston! Love your table!

    Carol

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  8. sweet violetsJuly 2, 2013 at 12:47:00 AM EDT

    Love it, very sweet and fresh for summer!!!

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  9. KoriJuly 2, 2013 at 2:29:00 AM EDT

    It's my favorite!!!! I'd set my table like that every single day if I had those! :D

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  10. TeresaJuly 2, 2013 at 5:30:00 AM EDT

    This post reminds me of my daughter when she was young. I'll explain. When there would be a hot August day she'd go to her closet, and take a parka and wore it outside... it was funny because you had this huge parka and then two skinny legs in flops ahahahaha. And when we were in those dreadful winter days - cold, rainy and whatnot - she'd want to dress her swimming suit and go on the rain.

    You also defied weather witches with this post, Gina. And avvoided their wrath because they were so charmed by it - even witches are hopeless with so much beauty and whimsy. I know I am. Worth waiting for (regarding you "been a while I posted a tablescape ;)"... really going to PIN this. Awesome!

    Thank you for sharing,

    Teresa


    P.S. If life was fair I'd have those dishes, half of this heatwave and half of your rain. It isn't. But at least you have the perfect dishes ;).

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  11. Linda July 2, 2013 at 8:16:00 AM EDT

    Such a fun tablescape!!
    If it makes you feel any better we have had nothing but rain as well here in Ontario. Today looks like rain.....
    Do you want to know what I do when it rains...SHOPPING!

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  12. Sunflowers With SmilesJuly 2, 2013 at 8:51:00 AM EDT

    Oh Gina, the tablescape is so adorable. Love the polka dots and the floral plates.....Hope you have a wonderful 4th!

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  13. Sherry @ Thrift My HouseJuly 2, 2013 at 6:45:00 PM EDT

    Gina, this is so gorgeous! I am always amazed at how you put things together. I struggle in that area.
    And it's been raining here in NC for what seems like forever! My garden is crazy over grown... tomatoes are bursting open... tired of rain!

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  14. srpprcrftrJuly 3, 2013 at 1:30:00 AM EDT

    First of all, so sorry about your rain. We could use some so please direct it our way (western cO) just not on July 4th. ok?
    I think you already know your table scape is absolutely fantastic and awesome. You have the neatest stuff. Where do you keep it all? This set is one of my very very favorites, so vintage looking, to me at least. Love it all Gina, you get a big gold star. Happy 4th.

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  15. UnknownJuly 3, 2013 at 7:48:00 AM EDT

    Love this table setting! I would love to see your dish cupboards!, WOW! Hope the sun shines soon for you!

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  16. DebbieJuly 5, 2013 at 8:26:00 AM EDT

    I don't know whether you have blogged with those dishes or I have seen them somewhere out and about or what, but I know I've seen them and LOVED them before. They are so happy. I would love a set like that, and I really love the way you've used them. Just so pretty!

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  17. CarmellaJuly 6, 2013 at 8:35:00 PM EDT

    Love this! These dishes are so sweet!

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  18. Danielle's Heartfelt Home July 7, 2013 at 6:34:00 AM EDT

    Hi Gina, I just found your blog today. Your home is lovely! I love your style and your touches : ) This table setting is adorable! All of my favorite colors and combos - especially the polka dots. Love it all!!!

    Danielle

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  19. Maria ElenaJuly 7, 2013 at 8:34:00 AM EDT

    What a beautiful tablescape! You always put together the prettiest tables. Beautiful!

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  20. DebbiedoosJuly 7, 2013 at 10:16:00 AM EDT

    I am all about gingham these days, in fact, I told my family I've gone gingham style LOL! Your table is adorable Gina. Hope you are enjoying your summer so far.

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  21. Art and SandJuly 7, 2013 at 12:41:00 PM EDT

    I am in LOVE with it all. I just found red and white polka dot utensils on Amazon - they should arrive tomorrow - but I never thought of Speigel for flatware.

    Enjoy the day!

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  22. Shannon FoxJuly 10, 2013 at 1:12:00 AM EDT

    Super stinking cute table. As always. I can see why they are a fav. Love them!!!! They are totally YOU too. Not to be confused with U2.

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  23. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenJuly 10, 2013 at 1:01:00 PM EDT

    Oh Gina, I absolutely LOVE this table! Those dishes would be my favorites, too. Everything looks perfect with them...the cute flatware and napkins and the dotted tumblers. What fun it would be to sit at your sweet table.

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  24. MelanieJuly 10, 2013 at 10:58:00 PM EDT

    Gorgeous tablescape! Very summery looking. Love the dinner plates.

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  25. Nici @ Posed PerfectionJuly 11, 2013 at 12:07:00 AM EDT

    Oh, Gina! This is so very pretty. I'm sorry I am just now getting over here to visit you. What a beautiful table you have set. I'd be honored if you linked it up to my new All Things Thursday Blog Hop. Here's the link...hope to see you there! http://posedperfection.blogspot.com/2013/07/all-things-thursday-blog-hop.html
    Blessings,
    Nici

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  26. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJuly 11, 2013 at 5:27:00 PM EDT

    Gina, I love, love these dishes too! I only have 4 little plates and a tiered stand. Mines different than yours. I picked them up at T.J. Maxx a few years. Kicking myself ever since that I didn't buy more. Love your tablescape! Would love if you linked to SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  27. Carlene @ Organized ClutterJuly 11, 2013 at 6:23:00 PM EDT

    I love polka dots and red. The dishes are really awesome. You are right, they have a vintage kitchen vibe.

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  28. AnonymousJuly 12, 2013 at 9:00:00 AM EDT

    Gina, I don't know how I missed this! I adore this tablescape! It's one of my favorites! You always have wonderful ideas! The china is fabulous!

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  29. PattiJuly 14, 2013 at 6:15:00 PM EDT

    I have these dishes, too, and I adore them! They Re almost always out because I just love them so much. I love your gingham flat wear!!! And all the dotty things, too! Your tablescape is perfect, and the pastries look so yummy!

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  30. Ann from On Sutton PlaceJuly 14, 2013 at 6:15:00 PM EDT

    I love these dishes too but as usual I am so jealous of your checked flatware! So pretty and fresh...it all is just beautiful.

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  31. Crystal GrandeurJuly 16, 2013 at 11:37:00 PM EDT


    Very well set in table with beautiful dishes.Red is the colour for a bright day.lovely...:):):)

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  32. annosJuly 26, 2013 at 7:59:00 AM EDT

    I love your tablescape - it's perfect. It is so beautifully put together, but your family could still be comfortable eating from it.

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