Wednesday

Tablescape Thursday

Tablescape Thursday time! Thanks to Susan for hosting so we can all share and have fun with tablescaping! Go here for lots more inspiration.
Inspiration for this tablescape came from this cute little bluebird tea pot. I wanted to do a spring bluebird tablescape, and use what I already have without buying anything.
These little red high top tennis shoes gave me the idea to use red instead of pastels. How cute are these shoes! He just cracks me up!
I used these red polka dot dishes with red chargers instead of using pastels.
I bought this bluebird tea pot, the little bluebird salt and pepper shakers, and the bluebird dish, at Cracker Barrel a few years ago.
The bluebird candy dish

The wire "surround" above was purchased at a tea room in Williamsburg, VA several years ago, along with the little paper mache' blue bird. The tea room saleslady didn't know what to call the wire "surround" either, on the receipt she wrote "crown!"
It has a small bird's nest with an egg, and a tiny feather on top.
I thought about using it in Marty's cloche party last week, but decided it probably didn't qualify for a cloche!

These red napkins were used before in a tablescape and left folded this way. I'm thinking they are in the shape of a bird house so I'm using them with this bluebird tablescape.
The clear crystal-look flatware

This little paper mache' bluebird is on the other end of the table:

The bluebird has a daisy on his head
Hmmm, wonder if it's a boy or a girl!


I hope you enjoyed my bluebird tea time tablescape. Even though it's a bluebird, I keep thinking of the song "Rockin' Robin!" Those red hightops create the image in my mind!

Have a happy day!
God Bless.

Katherine

Bluebird Tea Pot - Cracker Barrel
Bluebird S&P shakers - Cracker Barrel
Bluebird dish - Cracker Barrel
Surround, nest, small bluebird - Williamsburg, VA
Red Square Chargers - Home Goods
Red Polka Dot square plates - T.J. Maxx
Clear handled flatware - Ross
White tea cups and Saucers - Home Goods

41 comments:

Kathleen said...

What a great idea! And the red sneakers are too cute!
It just chirps cheerfulness!
Now when I see something bluebirdy I will think of you, K!!

Linda @ A La Carte said...

Very cute Blue Birds and fun tablescape.

Pat@Back Porch Musings said...

That teapot is so cute!

Very pretty table.

Marty@A Stroll Thru Life said...

Katherine, this is just gorgeous. I love your pretty little blue birds, and the little teapost is so precious. Love those red shoes. The red chargers and polka dot plates are exquisite. I am just drooling. Love them. The little wire crown could just about qualify as a cloche. Tooooooo cute. Everything is just so lovely. Hugs, Marty

Unknown said...

Sweetie, this table scape is absolutely precious ... I love the way you made everything POP! & the wee birds are adorable touches.

Have a great week.
TTFN ~ Hugs, Marydon

Megan said...

SO SO SO CUTE!!
Love those red high-tops.
And all those bluebirds are just perfect for spring.
But cute as your tablescape is you know that I'm drooling over that tablecloth. I have got to find some cutwork linens. Every time I see yours I am soooo envious!!

ellen b said...

Your bluebirds are so darn cute!! Love how you added the red with them. Those square polka dot plates are fabulous!!

Dena Pickle said...

I love the tablescape.
I may have to check out my Cracker Barrel!

The Charm of Home said...

I love your plates and chargers! The little birds are so cute. Perfect spring table.

Atticmag said...

Red rocks on the table. Especially polka dots. Great chargers. -- Jane F.

Yvonne @ StoneGable said...

Katherine, I agree, this little bird is adorable, and it cracks me up too. No wonder you were inspired by it! I love how you carried the red color of his funny high top sneekers into your chargers, plates and napkins.
I would love to have your flatware! Talk about going with everything and making a statement about detail! Oh, they are wonderful.
This table is sweet and whimsical, and just a little bit "rock around the clock"!
Yvonne

Amy said...

I love the chargers - they look so different then what you normally see. Great job!

~Becca~Bluebird Rose said...

Cute-CUTE! I like how you picked up on the red in the shoes and went with that. Very cheerful!
:)
~Becca~

Mid-Atlantic Martha said...

Oh I love your cheerful bluebirds! And they are the perfect compliment to your charming red china!

Nellie's Cozy Place said...

Cute tablescape. Love all the lil
bluebirds. So cute!
Like the crystal handle silverware too! Thanks for sharing with us.
Blessings, Nellie

Sharon Haynie said...

I think that Cracker Barrel may be rivaling Home Goods for my shopping. Loved the red-very unique and fun!!!

Wanda Lee said...

Hello there sweet lady,

You tablescape is just so cheerful and pretty with your colors and those dear little birds!

Please pop by for a visit..,

Hugs from Wanda Lee

Needles Everywhere said...

The teapot is just the most adorable thing! I adore a litte (or alot) of whimsey. I really like the flatware. I've never seen clear handles, not I have to find some !

xinex said...

Your table is so cute and so playful, Katherine. I love it! I especially love the blue bird teapot......Christine

Vicci @theplaidbasket said...

absolutely adorable! LOVE the red napkins, polka dot plates and the red shoed blue bird is precious.

Vicci @theplaidbasket said...

I forgot to mention above...your header is AWESOME! It has to be the coolest I have ever seen...brought tears to my eyes!

Maryrose said...

Hi Katherine,
Love your little birdie, those red polka dot dishes and your wire surround...I have one just like it and love it. Absolutely perfect table.
:)
Maryrose

Kristy Carberry said...

I really like the square polka dot plates~ Thanks for sharing!

Americana Lady said...

I love Cracker Barrel too! They have the cutest things. Joan @Americana By Candlelight

Rashon Carraway said...

The little bird reminds me of the twitter bird.

Mr. Goodwill Hunting
http://g-w-hunting.blogspot.com

Tricia said...

What a darling pitcher! I love your idea to use red with your bluebirds -- very effective. Those polka-dot plates are great, and I love the birdhouse-folded napkins -- good job!

Unknown said...

Oh I just love your birdie tea set! Such a cute table! :)

~Liz

Joyce said...

It all makes me smile:)
Joyce

Atticmag said...

Thanks for stopping by to see us Katherine. Much appreciated. -- Jane F.

Sarah said...

Katherine, that little blue bird in red sneakers is too cute! But it's the square red polka dot plates that are calling my name. Love polka dots on anything! Fun table!

Marilyn Miller said...

So fun with the red high tops. Love the red choice. Now there is Cracker Barrel again. I think it needs to come west.

Jenny said...

Cute table setting! The teapot is absolutely adorable! Thanks for sharing...

Ridgely (Grandma J @ Dear Angelene) said...

What a great idea -- to start with an inspiration piece. I plan to try it! Love your table.

La Tea Dah said...

Very pretty, Katherine!

joyh82 said...

Aww what a sweet little teapot and I love your tablescape! Have a great weekend.

Lia at Petite Little Bee said...

Your table is so very sweet and beautiful. The Mommy birds and baby birds are exquisite. Thanks for sharing!!! Happy Spring!! Cheers, Lia

Sara's Sweet Surprise said...

Hello Katherine ~I've truly missed my visits, but little by little I'm catching up.
Although last month was difficult with our loses a new month has brought new hope.
I poured myself a cup of tea and read a spell...
These adorable blue birds add the perfect touch to your tablescape.
They bring a personality to the whole look, red sneekers blending with the red dots as well. This setting bring a smile to my face!

I'm so excited to see spring blooms popping up. I look forward to applying the inspirational palette of colors into a few DIY decorations and gifts, with a little baking/cooking in between.
Don't you love the aroma that fills the air during this season?
It's definitely invigorating.

Sweet wishes,
Sara

Tardevil said...

What's not to like about that tablescape?! I adore those cute bluebirds. I thought for sure they were vintage. Don't know how I missed them at Cracker Barrel. What a great find. That silverware is pretty too. I've never seen the clear like that. Like the polka dots too. Have a good rest of the weekend!

Designs on 47th Street said...

You have the cutest little bird pieces to work with. You've done a great job incorporating them into a spring tablescape. Love that flateware too!

Donna

Linda aka yellowroseli said...

Love it , love it, love it...
wish I had a Cracker Barrel close to me. Those birds are so sweet

Allison Shops said...

Your bird pot and S&P shakers are adorable! Thanks for coming by AtticMag and for your sweet comment about my garden.

Allison