Friday, May 27, 2011

Al Fresco Dining on the Puget Sound, and a Winner!

Hello Ladies,
Yesterday it was such a nice and sunny day, I thought it would be fun to set the table outside for a seaside dinner.  Our new "home away from home" is perched high upon a bluff overlooking the beautiful Puget Sound, and the views are just amazing!
 Warning, lots of pictures here!!!

 Who says you can't use your best lace tablecloth on a chippy old wooden table?
 Vintage aqua blue glass mason jars make great votive holders!  A good idea on a windy day!
 As a last minute idea, I cut a few snippets of burlap from the coffee sack I bought last weekend and made little coasters.  Easy peasy!
 A few more little bits of burlap, some hot glue, and shells from our beach made fun little napkin rings.  I love the contrast of the dainty white vintage linen napkins against the ruff burlap!!
 A romantic setting indeed!
 You might not be able to see the little bee motif on the glass carafe below.  We found the carafe on a trip to Paris a few years ago.  The honeybee was one of Napoleon's symbols, and signifies royalty!
 Playing around a bit with Picnik!
 I bought this pretty white wooden tray at a church rummage sale a few years ago for a mere $2!  Shabbiliscious!
 Vintage apothecary bottles are great stand ins for bud vases!  I found the cute little white wire carrier last weekend at the show in Snohomish.  A few sea shells and driftwood add to the beachy appeal.
 The rhododendron and azaleas are in their glory right now!  I used some of my milk glass collection to showcase them.
 One of my friend's sent me this pretty aqua hanging candleholder.  Love it!

 All set to watch the sunset over the sound!
 See, I told you there were lots of pictures in this post!  I got a little snap happy!

 Seated side by side to take in the views!
 I showed you the other day this gorgeous quilted runner, that my sister sent me.  She did a fabulous job creating it, and I think the colors are just perfect for our sea side supper table!
 Love the way the light casts shadows at this time of the early evening!
 
Tray chic!
 I am in love with vintage blue Mason jars!  I use them for everything from storing doggie treats, to displaying shells, to vases for fresh flowers.
 Ok, now on to drawing for my French themed giveaway!  Since I couldn't figure out how to do the random generator thingy, I did it the super high tech way!  haha!  Don't worry, that is not my hairy hand you see!  I enlisted the help of hubby to draw the name.  Ok, drum roll please...................

The winner is:  Judy of French Laundry!  Congratulations, Judy!  Just email me with your mailing address, and I will send your package out right away!
I'm linking up with the following parties:
Faded Charm White Wednesday
Between Naps on the Porch Tablescapes Thursday
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32 comments:

  1. KaybeMay 27, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Bravo Judy! What an amazing table & view. Looks like you are settling in quite nicely in the Pacific NW. That table scape would make a bologna samich taste heavenly.

    Take good care,

    Karen

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  2. IdoMay 27, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    What a beautiful setting, very romantic and what a view! Ahhh C'est la Vie! Love that chic tray!
    Have a wonderful long weekend!
    XXX Ido

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  3. LuLu KelloggMay 27, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    Congrats to Judy!

    Donna...these pictures were beautiful! What a gorgeous place to have dinner!

    Love,
    LuLu~*xoxo

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  4. mizdarlinMay 27, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    Congrats to the winner of your give-away, and I love your pictures...must be far warmer where you are than here..not to mention rain!
    Love the patchwork runner-a great idea that has me thinking!

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  5. KarenMay 27, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    What a beautiful table you set, Donna! Everything looks so nice and inviting and that view is wonderful! Lucky you!

    Karen

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  6. Sherry@Back2VintageMay 27, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    Congrats to Judy!!! What a beautiful table setting. Love the blue fruit jars, too, and those azaleas are gorgeous! Have a great holiday weekend, Donna!!!

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  7. AnonymousMay 27, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Great tablesetting, and pretty pictures.

    Erika

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  8. Cindy AdkinsMay 27, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    Oh wow, I love this romantic setting--it is breathtaking!!! And congrats to Judy! Oh gosh, this is so exquisite!!
    XO
    Cindy

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  9. NanaDianaMay 27, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    Well, first off- Congratulations to Judy for the win. She will love it, I'm sure!

    Your view is amazing, Donna. Even if you didn't want to be there at least you have the view to soothe your soul! Your table looks beautiful and I love all the bits and pieces you have incorporated into the setting. A perfect place to wind up at the end of the day.

    I am quitting early tonight as I have to get up at 4:30am again tomorrow for work. UGH- Hugs-Diana

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  10. FRENCH LAUNDRYMay 27, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    Wow! I am so excited about winning your beautiful giveaway. YAY! And I think I got pretty jazzed about your views as well. The only thing that would have been better is if I'd have been having dinner WITH you in that divine setting!

    Hugs,
    Judy

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  11. Musings from Kim K.May 27, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    Such a beautiful setting for such a lovely romantic dinner. Ok. You must admit that your breathtaking views make the move from MI tolerable. Congratulations to Judy! Have a lovely weekend!

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  12. Sissie's Shabby CottageMay 27, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    Hi Donna,
    What a lovely setting with a heavenly view!
    Congrats to Judy too.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  13. Ann@A Sentimental LifeMay 27, 2011 at 11:16 PM

    What a beautiful table! I don't know how you got so lucky to get that view while you are living there! Enjoy and have a great weekend!

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  14. HollyMay 28, 2011 at 12:18 AM

    Hi Donna~
    Your setting is so beautiful - the table, decor and natural setting - stunning!
    Thank you so much for stopping by and for your kind comments.

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  15. Blooming Rose MusingsMay 28, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    What a gorgeous view and your table is spectacular! Everything looks so lovely and beautiful.
    I have been working endless hours and have just been catching up on blogs now. You have been busy! It seems you have been adjusting to the change of location beautifully. Your wonderful posts have made it fun for us to see your new area right along with you. There's just no stopping the queen of glitter!!! Have a magnificent long weekend, Donna.

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  16. ErinMay 28, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    Love the setting Donna!!! Gorgeous:)

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  17. DebbieMay 28, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    What a gorgeous setting, Donna! All of your pics are wonderful! How romantic to watch the sunset over the ocean with your honey.
    Congrats to Judy!
    Hugs to you.
    Debbie

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  18. my Heritage HappensMay 29, 2011 at 4:06 AM

    I have awarded you the Beautiful Blog Award at
    http://heritagehappens.blogspot.com/2011/05/beautiful-blog-award.html

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  19. PamelaMay 29, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    Lovely Donna! This looks like a spread
    out of Victoria magazine!
    I love the white tray that was a huge deal!!!

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  20. Leo May 30, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    What a beautiful setting. I just can not get over your view. It must be so nice to wake up every day to that! Love the table you set...so pretty!! Hope you had an amazing Memorial Day weekend. XOXO

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  21. Vintage Market PlaceMay 31, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    what an amazing table scape.
    I would love to have an afternoon there
    Cheers
    Amy

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  22. Gracie's CottageMay 31, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    Oh you lucky duck...what a view! And you've taken advantage of it in a most delightful way - love your table!

    Jan

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  23. AtticmagMay 31, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    Such a pretty table al fresco and so inviting. Glad to stop by. Jane

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  24. SarahMay 31, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    Congratulations to the winner. And I'd say your beautiful alfresco dining setting is definitely a winner. Wow, you live in an amazing setting. ~ Sarah

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  25. DebbiedoosMay 31, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    How sweet Donna. I love the table setting. That market looked awesome. Wish we had a place like that close to home.

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  26. Fishtail CottageJune 1, 2011 at 3:41 AM

    Beautiful table and a gorgeous view! I am in the puget sound too! oxox, tracie

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  27. Cheryl ~ ZanyMaydJune 1, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    How Beautiful is Your Picnic Vignette, Love the Blue jars & the Quilt covering....

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  28. Entertaining WomenJune 2, 2011 at 1:57 AM

    Mosquitos wouldn't dare come close to such a beautiful setting...right? A beautiful collection of elements used for a gorgeous dinner al fresco. Thank you for sharing your lovely design. Cherry Kay

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  29. Mid-Atlantic MarthaJune 2, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    What a gorgeous setting and spectacular table you've set. Love the mason jars - burlap and shells and lace. Breathtaking.

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  30. a quiet lifeJune 2, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    just gorgeous, love the setting and the table and i will be copying your shell rings :)

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  31. jninecostumesJune 2, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    Donna, Found your blog from BNOP and tablescape Thursday. Love the lace and chippy table setting outdoors. I grew up in Enumclaw, but now live in the Central Valley of CA.

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  32. MarlisJune 2, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    love using lace outside.. it's so wonderful in contrast to the surrounding. your table is fabulous. thanks for sharing. many blessings, marlis

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