Hello bloggy friends happy weekend wishes! Last month I asked if you would like to be part of a summer tablescape blog tour and some of you said yes, thank you so much! If you are a subscriber you know I always say I am missing the tablescaping gene, wink. But, I put myself up for the challenge and I had fun doing it. I’m happy to be hosting two tablescapes created by my readers Gail and Cookie. You will find them on the tour list. I love Gail’s China Pattern and Cookie’s silverware cozy is so cute too! Enjoy the tour and thank you to all who participate and share.
I chose a beachy theme for my summer tablescape. This is no big surprise for those of you who are regular readers at Katherines Corner. I love spending time by the water. I dream of living in a little cottage by the water someday.
I put this tablescape together using things I already own.
It was an overcast day when I set my table. But, it was still very hot. I used a pretty blue ombre curtain panel for my tablecloth, it’s from my prop box.
I found most of the shells while I was snorkeling in the Caribbean many, many, years ago. The starfish are from Michaels craft store, I’ve had them for a very long time.
The only purchase I made was for the pretty white carnations. I think I should cut them a bit shorter next time. What do you think?
You can see some of our fuschia colored petunias in this photo . If you follow me on instagram you’ve already seen them.
You can also see a bit of the veggie garden too.
You know our Izzy is never far away, he was supervising my tablescape creation. We keep the grass long to help conserve water and it helps to keep the lawn green too. Just in case you thought we were working on growing a jungle in the back yard, LOL.
Well there you have it my contribution to the summer tablescape blog tour. I am so happy to be hosting such a fun tour. I hope to improve on my tablescaping skills over time.
Enjoy the summer tablescape blog tour my friends! PLEASE leave comments and pin. All of the lovelies created beautiful tables.
You can still link up and share at the TFT party too.
Each tablescape creator will be put into a random drawing to win two prizes. The book Tableofferings and a Gift Code for my shop!
thank you hugs coming your way
Good morning lovely Katherine! Your tablescape is beautiful! I love how you incorporated keepsakes from the Caribbean! The soft blues and whites take me a away to a dreamy place!!! So pretty.
Thank you so much for hosting and including me! This is my first blog hop/tour and I am thrilled!!!
Have a great weekend!
Rebeca
Thank you so much Rebeca, I am so tickled that you participated and love your table too. I may have more in November/december that I would love to make your second blog tour ( wink)
Absolutely gorgeous tablescapes and thanks for sharing them here with us today. Happy Friday and have a wonderful weekend, too xoxo 🙂
Hello sweet friend, It is always nice to receive your compliment. I am happy to know that you liked mt tablescape. xo
Your table makes me want to head to the beach! The colors are so cool and inviting. Everything is pretty, but I particularly like the candlesticks. You are definitely not missing tube tablescaping gene.
Thank you so much! I keep those candlesticks on the buffet. It was nice to use them in the tablescape. HUGS
Love your beach summer table Katherine. Thanks for hosting this fun link party!
Thank you so much! It was a pleasure to share with you. HUGS
Oh Katherine! I LOVE the very soft touches of blue with all that white! That is quite spectacular. I’d d say that you found your tablescape gene! 😉 I really enjoyed participating in your challenge. It took me out of my comfort zone.
🙂 gwingal
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all fixed now xo
you are such a sweetie, thank you. It’s nice to step out and challenge ourselves and it was a true pleasure to have you join in the fun xo
Your table is gorgeous Katherine! Coastal colors and beachy items are my favorite~ you definitely brought the sea to your table, I love the seahorse and glass accessories I enjoyed the tables by Gail and Cookie, but couldn’t comment so please let them know they were great additions to the hop! It is such fun to see all the different styles and interpretations of everyone’s table! Thanks so much for getting this together, I hope you enjoy the rest of your summer and get a seaside getaway soon!
How pretty, Katherine! I love your hombre tablecloth…it paired with the gorgeous glass candlesticks? *perfect* I love the colors so much for summer! You are lucky to have a covered patio. It’s so pretty, and I love your containers! The glass floats and other seaside elements make me want to go to the beach. I also like the texture of the woven placemats. Lovely table! Thanks so much for hosting! My daughter and I enjoyed it!
xo,
Ricki Jill
thank you my friend. I love time spent by the water. So very happy to know you enjoyed the challenge xo
p.s. Love Gail and Cookies beautiful table also!!!! It’s so inviting and romantic!
So very, very lovely! The colors are so soothing.
Thank you so much for your lovely compliment. HUGS
You couldn’t tell from your beautiful photos that it was overcast. The blues look so calming and serene, and the abundance of light makes the beads and glassware come alive. So pretty! Thank you for sharing, Katherine, and for hosting your fabulous hop!
thank you so much for your lovely compliment. It put a big smile on my face when i read this. HUGS
You did a terrific job! These are the perfect colors for a hot summer day. It’s almost like escaping to the beach.
Thank you so very much! I will join you as we day dream are time at the beach. HUGS
For Gail:
Your teatime looks just perfect for Afternoon Tea Week, the china is so delicate! I love the pretty topper as well! So feminine and sweet.
Thank you so much for your lovely compliment. HUGS
For Cookie:
It looks as though we are both longing for a rustic reverie! The elements of your table make for a wonderful, relaxing Summer’s day!
Your tablescaping skills are on point and this is a lovely table. It appears that you have a green thumb as well. I am a big fan of non-traditional table-covers and your blue and white curtain panel is very pretty.The softness of this table is very inviting and beach themes are one of my favorites. Thank you for putting this tablescape challenge together it’s a pleasure meeting new bloggy friends.
Sandra I am humbled by your lovely compliments. It was a pleasure to have you join in the fun. Your tablescapes are always beautiful. I look forward to hosting another tablescape challenge around the holidays xo
Hello Gail, it’s a pleasure to meet you! No worries about your writing you’ve done an excellent job filling us in on all of the details. Your table looks like it’s set up in a cozy and inviting spot. I love the quaintness of your table and the lace cloth and china are very pretty. I hope you will style more tables and share them with us.
Cookie your table is beautiful! I’m a huge fan of using napkins as part of the stack. Such a pretty pattern on your dishes and I’ve been eyeing placemats like this for along time. Your hand painted petunias are beautiful and I would love to see painted rocks become a trend. It’s a pleasure to meet you and it’s so nice of Katherine to bring us all together.
Thank you so much Sandra. I love working with tablescaping . Thanks go out to Katherine for letting me participate.
I’m loving your seascape theme. So beautiful! Your blog challenges are always so fun, Katie. Thank you for hosting them. I feel you are a true friend through the “blogosphere.” (Smiles!)
Debbie it is a pleasure and a privilege to call you my friend, thank you. xo
What a wonderful tablescape, I agree with one other poster… makes me want to head to the beach. Have a great week.
Thank you so much! I wish i was at the beach right now. HUGS
Your beach themed tablescape turned out beautifully, Mrs. Katherine. The colors are so cheerful and lovely. I love all the little details.
Also, I love Gail and Cookies tables too. Everything turned out so lovely!