Beans and Rice Centerpiece
September 17, 2010
I will confess this past spring and summer, I did not do much with my house. Luckily my house is pretty and does not need a lot. I had no themes, color palettes, etc, I was too lost in Wren. But now I am coming out of my fog and getting my nest in order. Lots of deep cleaning going on (but I still have sooo much more to do, it is scary. I am slob incase you do not know that about me) and autumn decorating. The only reason I pick a theme or colors when I decorate, is it helps me focus on what I already have. Maybe see something in a new light. This falls color theme is black, white, brown and a tiny touch of red here and there. Very neutral and a bit French feeling.
In keeping with using what I had (although I did have to buy the black tappers. Shh, do not tell anyone) I looked to my pantry for inspiration. You could use any beans and rice but these went with my color theme. The only trick was keeping the candles up, because the beans were not going to. I used my trusty tacky wax (I cannot live without that stuff) but you could use fimo, play-dough or some kind off clay. Pick something the same color as your beans stick a ball of it in your container and push the candle in it. I set the candles at different odd angels. Filled the dish with the beans and set it on platter of wild rice. I really love the look of this centerpiece. Next time I will show you a super easy gathered runner xoxo
PS. I am looking for one person who paid $18.00 without shipping for Wren Bay. If it is you, I owe you $1.25. Please e-mail me. Thank you xoxo
So fun and interesting Clarice. Those colors are perfect for fall!
Posted by: Thimbleanna | September 19, 2010 at 10:32 PM
I really like this idea because I like natural things rather than silk flowers and leaves and such. Thank you for sharing another practical & beautiful idea.
Jody
Posted by: Gumbo Lily | September 18, 2010 at 02:22 PM
How lovely and classic. I just love that color combination - very warm and elegant. You are right - it does have a French kind of feel to it. Thanks for sharing. :) Hope you have a wonderful weekend!!! xoxo Theresa
Posted by: Theresa | September 18, 2010 at 08:59 AM
What a pretty idea! I love the darkness of the wild rice against the white of the platter! Just beautiful!
I couldn't get your attachement to download - it was blank?
Manuela
Posted by: The Pleasures of Homemaking | September 17, 2010 at 07:14 PM
you always make something look beautiful...almost right out of a magazine... I am so happy for you and your book. I wish I can buy it right now but cannot at this moment. boo hoo. I can't wait to get my hands on it... i told a few friends as much as I could about it too. Hey i noticed you said you were a slob... well so am I . i make piles everywhere. My husband hates it... At least I am not too big of a pack rat... he is just more anal tyhan I am...His side of the bed is perfect... mine is tore up.. I always kick the sheet up and around and well you get the picture. have a blessed weekend dear friend.Mica
Posted by: mica | September 17, 2010 at 05:05 PM
I love the top picture. The colors are beautiful. Love, Mom
Posted by: Linda | September 17, 2010 at 08:40 AM