China Centerpiece
January 02, 2008
As I planned my pink Christmas it me realize I do not have a lot of pink Christmas things like Santa's and angles and that made me really think out of the box. What I do have a lot of pink is china, one of my many weakness. My plan was to use a lot of white, silver and gold hopping the bits of pink and pale blue would stand out. Plus I am the type you will never walk in my house and see pink everywhere. Believe it or not I am a "tad" understated ;-) I believe in knowing when to stop.
For my Christmas table I used my shabby chic floral tablecloth, my great-grandmother's Theodor Haviland Limoges pale pink rose china and pink King's Crown glasses. For the center piece I set out different size saucers, children's tea cups, tea strainer and set tea candles with rock salt. Then I just add some greens from outside. I was so happy with it. There was one more special touch and I will show how I made it as soon as I can.
Clarice, your table looks BEAUTIFUL. . .I love the candle light photo.
Blessings,
Sher
Posted by: Sher's Creative Expressions | January 06, 2008 at 06:12 PM
Clarice, how beautiful and elegant! Wishing you and your family and happy and healthy New Year!!
Deb
Posted by: Deb | January 04, 2008 at 01:54 PM
Posted by: linda | January 04, 2008 at 05:36 AM
What a pretty Christmas table. I loved the candlelight picture. Linda
Posted by: linda | January 04, 2008 at 05:35 AM
Your china centerpiece is gorgeous, Clarice! I love it all lit up!
Happy New Year!
Hugs,
Kelli
Posted by: Kelli | January 03, 2008 at 08:46 PM
Dear Clarice,
A Happy New Year to you & your family.
What a lovely table for your New Year Celebration. Seeing your beautiful table and ruby goblets brought a rush of happy memories of my late mother-in-law whom I adored.
Those precious goblets were brought down from the shelf and carefully washed,dried and set at every place setting for our Christmas Eve family dinner.
Bless your heart, dear Clarice.
Thank you for such a lovely visit to me, too.
xo,Christe'
Posted by: Christine Crocker | January 03, 2008 at 07:11 PM
Great table!
The first picture with the glowing tea lights is really romantical!
Jody
Posted by: Gumbo Lily | January 03, 2008 at 07:07 PM
Beautiful tablescape Clarice!
Jill xo
Posted by: Jill | January 03, 2008 at 11:58 AM
What a beautiful Christmas table! I love the thought process behind what you decided to do, too.
Posted by: June | January 03, 2008 at 10:01 AM
Your table looks very pretty, and I think all of your decorating always looks nice. A while back I found a handmade blanket at the thrift store. More like a tied quilt, I suppose, but both sides are made out of a vintage pink fabric that I fell in love with. I might make things out of it, eventually. I like pink flowers. The real thing, and the ones on dishes. My mom always told me my bathroom towels should have pink roses on them, and she bought me some before she passed on, so I try to buy those when I find ones that I like. Mostly, I only have a little bit of pink in my house. I tend towards neutrals for the big things.
Posted by: Mrs.Staggs | January 03, 2008 at 09:07 AM
YOur christmas decorations are stunning !
Wishing you a wonderful 2008 ~ Julia
Posted by: weirdbunny | January 02, 2008 at 05:21 PM
Clarice,
The table looks gorgeous. Re: your comment to me. My butt may not be big, but the stomach and boobs more than make up for it, LOL.
Janet
Posted by: Janet | January 02, 2008 at 03:51 PM
Clarice, really lovely tablescape! Love the teacups with the little tealights - that's so charming!
Manuela
Posted by: the feathered nest | January 02, 2008 at 02:11 PM
Happy New Year, Clarice!
Your table was lovely...love how you put it all together! Hope your Holiday was wonderful.
I'm back at full speed already...was hoping for a couple of days to get my laundry under control..but no rest for the wicked!!!
Wishing you every happiness in this new year.
xoxo
Laurie
Posted by: The Glitter Fairy | January 02, 2008 at 01:51 PM
I never use pink for Christmas, but I love to see others using it.
Posted by: Britt-Arnhild | January 02, 2008 at 01:24 PM
Clarice,
Your table looks beautiful!! I love those candlesticks!
Thanks for sharing,
Rosemary
Posted by: Rosemary | January 02, 2008 at 12:47 PM