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Thursday, March 22, 2012

A Simple Spring Tablescape



There's always plenty to celebrate in Spring! In addition to Easter it is the beginning of birthday season at our place. One right after the other.




With so much going on I like to keep things simple for a festive table. Today it's my usual dried bunches, and fabric rose napkin rings by Rachel Ashwell. Potterybarn napkins are from a couple of summers ago.




I like natural colored eggs best. Our "girls" lay them in all shades of brown. Here they are cradled in a small ironstone tureen.










I love collecting ironstone, and use it as often as I can. Each setting here is different.





Vintage glassware with square bases for contrast. 

















A lacy white cloth plays up the rustic touches. 



























While all the exuberant color of Spring is popping outdoors, this table might be quiet enough for even a bunny to come hopping by. . . .

Thanks so much for stopping by!
Jacqueline



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  1. MariaMarch 22, 2012 at 2:29 PM

    so beautiful immages, kiss maria

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  2. Vintage GalMarch 22, 2012 at 2:45 PM

    Lovely, Lovely table. So quiet and serene ~ just beautiful.

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  3. elizabethMarch 22, 2012 at 3:06 PM

    Everytime you post I think to myself, oh this one's my favorite! Everytime!

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  4. Judy at GoldCountryCottageMarch 22, 2012 at 3:21 PM

    Jacqueline: Another pretty one. I love all your children's books that we see now and then. Another right touch..Happy and Peaceful Day...Judy

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  5. Michele M./ Finch RestMarch 22, 2012 at 4:52 PM

    Your beautiful tablescape is the epitomy of peace.

    This is just awesome, so serene!

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  6. AnneMarch 22, 2012 at 5:47 PM

    Your table looks so pretty.Love those eggs with the white dishes.And those napkins are perfect too.

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  7. Alycia NicholsMarch 22, 2012 at 6:30 PM

    Ooooohhhhh....pretty!!! You have actual chickens who actually laid those eggs? Wow! Cool!!! I have never gathered a fresh egg. That would be kind of a treat! The brown eggs work beautifully on this tablescape! It's absolutely serenely gorgeous!

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  8. MarlisMarch 22, 2012 at 7:50 PM

    I totally love the wonderful brown eggs in this setting. The faded script on the napkins is wonderful. Just love the serenity of it.. xo marlis

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  9. Entertaining WomenMarch 22, 2012 at 8:03 PM

    Perfectly charming. You've reminded me to acquire some of those amazing eggs from a friend who raises chickens. I love the green ones, although I can't remember their name right now...sigh. Thanks for inviting us for a peak. Cherry Kay

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  10. Shabby chic SandyMarch 22, 2012 at 9:37 PM

    So pretty--I love those napkins and napkin rings!

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  11. Sandi~A Cottage MuseMarch 23, 2012 at 4:40 AM

    What a lovely table!
    Have fun celebrating all the birthdays...best wishes from me!

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  12. chateau chicMarch 23, 2012 at 6:24 AM

    Lovely table. I'm really liking the natural eggs displayed in your beautiful ironstone tureen. Perfect with all the wonderful ironstone!
    Mary Alice

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  13. CimaraMarch 23, 2012 at 7:01 AM

    Wonderfull!

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  14. TinaMarch 23, 2012 at 11:08 AM

    Very lovely table.

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  15. Mr PaulMarch 23, 2012 at 12:59 PM

    Fresh, simple and clean, you make it look effortless. Very well executed.

    Paul

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  16. LindyLouMacMarch 23, 2012 at 1:53 PM

    I like the simplicity of this table setting.

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  17. L'Heure Bleue At HomeMarch 23, 2012 at 3:31 PM

    I adore the white on white colourway of your table setting. And there is nothing better than freshly laid eggs.

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  18. CarolynMarch 23, 2012 at 5:03 PM

    Simple but lovely! I love those napkins too.

    Have a lovely weekend.

    Carolyn

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  19. a quiet lifeMarch 23, 2012 at 5:24 PM

    so soft and pretty, i love the neutral colors, soothing to the soul~

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  20. Susan EvelynAndRoseMarch 23, 2012 at 5:44 PM

    So lovely - I adore the napkins & napking rings. And oh - the whites & glassware are beautiful!

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  21. La Vie QuotidienneMarch 23, 2012 at 6:47 PM

    So quietly elegant ~ georgous!

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  22. thistlewoodfarmMarch 23, 2012 at 7:48 PM

    Thanks so much for the sweet comment on my blog :) I love your tablescape. Those napkins are ah....ma....zing :)

    blessings,
    karianne

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  23. SImple and Serene LivingMarch 23, 2012 at 8:17 PM

    Your table is beautiful.I like natural colored eggs, too. The perfect touch to your white table.
    Laura

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  24. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageMarch 23, 2012 at 8:45 PM

    Jacqueline, your table is simply lovely! Quiet and elegant! I especially love your napkins adorned with script and flower rings. Thanks for sharing and for visiting. Have a beautiful weekend and Happy Spring!

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  25. BarryMarch 23, 2012 at 10:49 PM

    Pretty table setting for sure. I love all the white. Always been a favorite of mine.
    September is our Maniac birthday month. Wow.

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  26. wendyMarch 23, 2012 at 10:54 PM

    Ooooops....that comment above from Barry, tht is my hubby, I am using his computer (mine is on the fritz) and I forgot to SIGN IN.
    so , IT WAS ME.......

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  27. A Super DilettanteMarch 24, 2012 at 3:36 AM

    My dear Jacqueline, What a lovely tablescape! Always a perfection whatever you do. This setting is worthy of a beautiful still life painting by Chardin. With best wishes, ASD

    Thank you so much for your most generous comment on my blog.

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  28. RitaMarch 24, 2012 at 7:18 AM

    Your tablescape is amazing. I love your napkins and napkin rings. so pretty and romantic.
    I've very much enjoyed my visit.
    rita

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  29. valerietilsten59.blogspot.comMarch 24, 2012 at 10:09 AM

    The natural eggs against the white china and linen, look scrumptious.. I love it.
    your presentation is so lovely to see.
    thank you Jaqcueline..
    happy weekend
    val

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  30. Tutti ChicMarch 24, 2012 at 12:46 PM

    What a fun time of year for you with all those birthdays & those beautiful table settings! :) chris

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  31. AnonymousMarch 24, 2012 at 2:36 PM

    What a treat it would be to sit at your Easter table! I love all your ironstone and I collect tureens, so it was fun to see yours on your gorgeous table.

    Gretchen
    birdnestcottage.net

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  32. UnknownMarch 24, 2012 at 5:53 PM

    Hi Jacqueline! Thanks for stopping to visit. You vintage items are beautiful. That linen cloth..wow! love how your brown eggs set off the table. Your photo taking is terrific! HPS! Sunny109

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  33. MarigeneMarch 26, 2012 at 5:13 PM

    So beautiful...I like that you used the tureen (Red Cliff?) to nestle the eggs in. Your linens are exquisite.

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  34. HaworthMarch 27, 2012 at 12:14 PM

    Your white table is the perfect complement to all the Spring colors that are bursting outside. I love the square bottomed glassware. And is that an acorn or a bunch of grapes on the tureen lid? Very pretty! (Your eggs remind me of a commercial that used to play on the television here in a sing-songy voice: "Brown eggs are local eggs, and local eggs are fresh!")

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  35. The Charm of HomeMarch 28, 2012 at 7:24 PM

    Hi Jacqueline!
    I love the brown eggs! Perfect for your table. And, of course who could resist the Flopsy Bunnies, too cute!
    Thank you for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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