Ten Things Thursday

Have I ever mentioned that setting the table is my favorite thing? Today, let's look at some beautiful--BLUE--table settings. 

1. I love this outdoor setting, but never do it myself. I do not want to deal with bugs and flies! 

At one point, I had planned to collect these blue vintage dishes. I have a few things, but never really bought much. I do love it--especially paired with yellow. Love the blue wine glasses, placemats and even how the napkin is folded. The hydrangeas are the perfect subtle floral.

2. OMGosh! This beauty table--so darn cute! I have some pretty peachy plates at the beach, but not all of the accompanying accessories. I'd love to set a beautiful table like this--but probably won't. It's usually just us when we go down and it's more about quick and easy!

Love the centerpiece down to the detail of the plump seagull sitting on the arm. Love the napkin holders. I could see putting a little votive candle on the chairs at the top of the plate.

3. OMGosh! Love, love, love the turquoise! It reminds me of having tea at Fortnum and Mason in London!

Love the pearls--such an elegant touch. But the ones in the wine goblets look to be loose. What a pain--what do you do with them while serving wine or water? Love the tablecloth--so much! The centerpiece--teapot dripping in pearls is exquisite!

4. This one is fun.

Love the "joyful" as part of the centerpiece. Love the houses and the flowers.

5. Such a pretty table setting.

Love the mixture of the green and blue with the yellow accents.

6. I think what drew me to this one was the blue liquid in the crystal glasses.

Don't know what it is, but it sure sets off this table.

7. This one isa beautiful everyday setting.

Love that tablecloth--always a fan of blue and green!

8. Another turquoise. Pretty in the outdoors.

These plates look like they can be melamine. Love the bird plates--and those cute milk bottle with the straws. I've never seen those before.

9. Another beachy scene for the east coast.

Love the table runner, simple centerpiece and candleholders. But my favorite here is the pearl handled silverware. Reminds me of seashells.

10. Another beauty scene with an anchor theme.

It's so much fun to me to take a decorative plate and use it as a jumping off point for the entire table! Who would have thought? Love it all.

Okay, now for my favorite--drum roll--number---

ONE with #FOUR as a runner-up. I might not love bugs or flies, but I do love outdoor tables!!

In fact, one of my most favorite activities when we were in Africa was the elegant outdoor lunch upon our arrival to our final resort. A scene from "Out of Africa!"

There was a chill in the air, so they had African blankets for us at every place.

So beautiful! And the food was delicious too! This was a great way to arrive!

And, in honor of Dolly Parton--one last table setting featuring dinnerware designed by her!

I love this so much--dedicated to her Imagination Library! I'll miss Dolly for sure! She's one I never got to see in concert. Butch has placed a cache at the Dolly Parton Truck Stop in June. As it turns out, when she made a surprise appearance at the grand opening, that was her last public appearance. 

Rest in peace, Dolly!