TABLESCAPE THURSDAY - Setting Pretty!

Welcome to TABLESCAPE THURSDAY!
This week I thought I would share some summer inspiration for outdoor tables and centerpieces. Using ordinary items in extraordinary ways is the best part of setting the table. During the warmer months of Spring and Summer, I opt for casual over formal any day but that doesn't mean you have to sacrifice on style, creativity or beauty.
I love the way the lemons are balanced on top of the candle holders in the picture below.
Simple but lovely.A silver ice bucket becomes the perfect container to hold fresh blooms cut from the garden.
A silver teapot is the perfect accent to Mexican Heather.

A double stack takes on new meaning. A silver cake plate topped with a silver bowl makes a pretty display for silverware.


Used and repurposed, soda bottles clustered with happy Sunflower blooms make a fun and casual centerpiece.





I have to thank Susan at Between Naps on the Porch for hosting this fun little party every week! For more table top creations, please pop over to vist her.
Until I see you again,
Happy Decorating!
~Alisa

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27 comments:

  1. KammyMay 20, 2009 at 9:21 PM

    Great ideas, thanks for sharing !
    Hugs ~ Kammy

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  2. ellen bMay 20, 2009 at 9:26 PM

    These really are great ideas. I love the outdoor settings!

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  3. Susan @ A Southern DaydreamerMay 20, 2009 at 9:44 PM

    Thanks for sharing your ideas.. I always get stuck on the centerpiece! Happy Tablescape Thursday ~ Susan

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  4. "Blossom"May 20, 2009 at 10:02 PM

    I get wishey washy too on what I like; but I know it when it happens. I love everyone of these photos I do use a lot of the silver juplets in weddings.

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  5. From the Old InkWellMay 20, 2009 at 10:21 PM

    Alisa, Love all the ideas especially the sunflowers in the bottles.

    Thanks for sharing!

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  6. AnonymousMay 20, 2009 at 10:55 PM

    Love all the inspiration! Thank you!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  7. Peacock BlueMay 20, 2009 at 10:56 PM

    very pretty photos!

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  8. susanMay 20, 2009 at 11:31 PM

    Love the bottles used as flower vases!

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  9. ChandyMay 21, 2009 at 1:13 AM

    Gorgeous inspirations! I'll have to try to copy that silver stack. Thanks for the ideas!

    Off to see you post before this!

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  10. Fifi FlowersMay 21, 2009 at 1:45 AM

    GORGEOUS outdoor dining!

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  11. Kim @ Starshine ChicMay 21, 2009 at 2:07 AM

    Great inspiration photos!

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  12. UnknownMay 21, 2009 at 9:43 AM

    You're right about simple but lovely. I wrote about using milk bottles and mason jars for flower arranging. I love the soda bottle idea! Stop by and see my table setting, if you like what you see, be sure to subscribe to my blog by clicking on "Follow" in the right hand column. This way we can inspire one another frequently! Be sure to stay a while when you're there and enjoy the experience!

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  13. Mid-Atlantic MarthaMay 21, 2009 at 9:50 AM

    Thanks for sharing these inspirations!

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  14. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMay 21, 2009 at 9:58 AM

    Such lovely ideas, beautiful. Hugs, Marty

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  15. Pug1May 21, 2009 at 11:45 AM

    Great blog! CHEERS! Michele

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  16. xinexMay 21, 2009 at 11:59 AM

    Beautiful and wonderful ideas, Alisa! I just love them all....Christine

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  17. MaryroseMay 21, 2009 at 2:02 PM

    Hi Alisa,
    Great ideas. One of the best things about summer coming is dining outdoors. I love the summer colors. Thanks for sharing.
    Maryrose

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  18. Patricia @ ButterYumMay 21, 2009 at 2:37 PM

    You just can't go wrong with silver!!

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  19. Ashley ~May 21, 2009 at 5:37 PM

    Everything looks so nice and cool for an outdoor luncheon or dinner*! Thanks for the great ideas*! _Ashley~

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  20. Kathleen EllisMay 21, 2009 at 6:49 PM

    Great inspiration, Alisa! I love to use odd little vessels as vases...it adds so much charm!
    happy holiday weekend!
    ;-D

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  21. Lady KatherineMay 21, 2009 at 7:51 PM

    I do love the the lemons! Great ideas for outdoor dining!

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  22. The Stylish HouseMay 21, 2009 at 10:10 PM

    Hi Alisa,
    What a sweet collection of clever ideas! They look easy to recreate and make a nice impact. Hope your having a great week.
    ~Cathy~

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  23. Blondie's JournalMay 21, 2009 at 11:18 PM

    Very lovely, creative ideas here! Thanks so much for sharing!

    xoxo
    Jane

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  24. MaryMay 22, 2009 at 8:23 AM

    Such wonderful inspirations -- love those pretty candlesticks!

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  25. Designs on 47th StreetMay 22, 2009 at 3:17 PM

    Very inspirational. Just last night I was at a gathering and we ate outdoors. The table was cute and simple.

    I love the idea of the lemons perched on top of silver candlesticks. All the pictures truly are inspiring...such a happy place to be...in inspiration land! lol!

    Love your new picture in red. You truly are a beautiful lady. :)

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  26. CarrieMay 24, 2009 at 4:21 PM

    Thanks for sharing these lovely ideas!

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  27. Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net)May 25, 2009 at 10:00 PM

    Lots of fun ideas...thanks for sharing these! Susan

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