Wednesday, December 8, 2010

My FIRST Tablescape

Oh, how I wish I could say that all my Christmas decorating is done and my house is now a “wonder to behold”, but sadly that is not the case. My husband tells me that if I would stop doing all these DIY projects I would get done, but he just doesn’t understand… I need those DIY projects to FINISH my decorating!!! Case in point? My kitchen table. I’ve had an idea in my head about what I wanted to do for a Christmas centerpiece, but just haven’t had the time to create the items I needed – until last night that is!!!! WAHOO!!!! F-I-N-A-L-L-Y had a chance to put everything together. Know what’s weird? I would have NEVER thought I would end up with black and white decorations for Christmas!!!! You ever have something in your head as to color schemes, etc. that you want to use, then find just one single item that completely takes you in a different direction? Well, that’s what happened to me! When we had the kitchen and family room painted, my intention was to decorate in white, brown, and teal colors. After finding several things which were black and white that I really liked, that plan went out the window.  Anyway… back to the matter at hand… my tablescape!!!! Without further ado… below are pictures of what I came up with. Unfortunately, I don’t have a big ole “fancy-smancy” camera, so these pictures are not the best, but they should give you a good idea of the finished product.
First I started with some beautiful placemats. Several have a design beautifully cut into them, and the one for under my tablescape has a black and white design… perfect to use as the base to bring all the pieces together.
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I started out by decorating a teacup.  I was able to find this cute little teacup and saucer at our local Crafts 2000 store (LOVE that place!!!) for just $5.  I used one of my “thrifty finds” candle holders to elevate the teacup.  Turned it upside down and hot glued it to the saucer (also hot glued the teacup to the saucer).
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I used some Glue Dots to attach some “Bling” to the cups.
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I then filled the cup with black and white beans so I had something to hold the decorations in place, and then hot glued some decorations into and around the cup.  I placed one of my small vintage spoons in the cup and perched a little blue glass birdie (ornament) on the saucer… that part was done.
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I made two candles by purchasing some cheap 6” white pillar candles.  I found some black and white tissue paper that perfectly matched my teacup.  I cut one piece for each candle to cover the bottom three-fourths of the candle and hot glued it onto the candle. (I TRIED using my heat gun to make the candle melt into the tissue paper, but I think the tissue paper was too thick or something because it didn’t work.)  I found some beautiful jewelry charms at Wal-Mart and added them to a black ribbon which I also hot glued on the candle.  Wanted to add a little “bling” to those as well, so I once again used my “handy-dandy” Glue Dots (I’m telling you people, Glue Dots are quick and easy to use!!!) to strategically add some gems.

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The white bowl/pedestal was another “thrifty find” which I picked up for a mere $3.  Unfortunately I actually broke it before I even got it home… sadness!  But, I glued that baby back together and I don’t think anyone will even be able to tell (if they can, then they are looking too close!!  LOL).  I put some greenery in the bottom of the bowl and stacked several beautiful black and white ornaments on top.  Added some white berry picks here and there.
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One more “thrifty find”… this cute little bird cage.  It was already white, so other than pulling off the ugly disgusting decorations that were already on there, it was ready to go.  I filled the cage with a little bit of greenery and some small ornaments.  Put a few decorations on the top, and added another blue glass bird.  I used a white candle holder on the bottom of the cage so I could elevate it up a little.
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One final item was a small black vase (yep… another “thrifty find”). 
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Now the only thing left to do was put everything together.  Taa Daaaaaaahhhhh!!!  Here it is…
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Added just a little greenery and a few pine cones around the base to finish it up.
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I think it turned pretty good for my first tablescape.  It’s hard to actually get good pictures, but hopefully you can get a good enough idea of what it looks like.  Whatcha think?  Did I do ok?  Do you think I should have a tablecloth on the table?  If so… white???  I believe I’m going to go and find a few parties to link up to.
Thanks for paying me a visit… I would like – no… I would LOVE to hear from you, so be sure to drop me a line.  Also, I've been in the "50s" with my number of "followers" FOREVER... wanna help me escape from the fifties?  Come on... get in the Christmas spirit and join up to "follow"!!!!  Hopefully my journey has just begun and I'll have lots of new and exciting ideas to share with you!!!

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17 comments:

  1. Hi Debbie, you did a wonderful job ! I vote to put a white cloth on the table.

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  2. You did a wonderful job!! I love it! I too think you should use a white table cloth under. So pretty.

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  3. Congrats on your first TT! This is just beautiful! You have wonderful style and TALENT! Love the black and white!!!

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  4. Welcome to TT! It looks beautiful, love black and white, and the silver.
    I bought those glue dots and the tape broke! Any ideas how to fix it???

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  5. Ooooh, I just love the black and white color scheme. Yes, I can identify with the whole "something else inspires me and then I to in that direction". :) So glad you are joining us at TT. It is so much fun.

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  6. Welcome to TT! The black and white is so different and pretty for Christmas. I am holding a $75 CSN giveaway until Sunday. Drop by if you would like. Joni

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  7. Love the table.. love the black and white and vote for the white tablecloth. apropo.. i am not even near half way done decorating.. welcome to the crowd.

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  8. I'm totally diggin' the black and white for the holidays! Very festive the way you've "blinged" it out!

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  9. Very impressive and totally different. I love it! Your thrifty finds are a great deal. Good find on the little bird cage. I just posted a bird theme tablescape. Come on over.Oh, I am your newest follower too. Linda

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  10. Your darling teacup project reminded me of one of my favorite little gifts that I give to friends occasionally. I buy the random, darling cup and saucer and then pick up one of those 'travel' candles in the metal container with a lid. Then I wrap them up together and give them as a present. Those travel candle fit perfectly in most cups, and they make a precious decorative accent. Thank you for sharing your lovely vignette. Cherry Kay

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  11. And what a beautiful first 'scape too! Love all the details. Black and white with pincecones, and jems, I never would have thought to put them together, but you have done it wonderfully!!! Thanks for adding this to my christmas party.

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  12. Hopping!

    Newest follow on GFC, Follow back at
    http://www.closertolucy.blogspot.com/

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  13. Hi Debbie...

    Girlfriend, I just sent you an email but I think it must have been to your business email address because I received an instant reply that you were out of the office till such a date. I just wanted to let you know so that you can read it.

    I just had the most spectacular delivery...Ohhhh, you have sooo blessed me, sweet friend! Well...I will let you read my email. I also want to see this beautiful tablescape of yours but I am on the run...I do promise to come back later though! I just had to leave you a note...to let you know that I received my gift! Thank you soooo much, sweet lady!!! You're the best!!!

    Love ya,
    Chari

    PS...don't forget to check for my email! Hehe!

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  14. Mornin' Debbie...

    My friend, I just wanted to come by first thing this morning to say Happy New Years!!! I didn't get much sleep last night so I'm getting an early start to the day! Hehe!

    How was your Christmas, dear friend? I hope that you had a wonderful one! Our Christmas was quiet but ohhh sooo sweet! It was just honey, his two children, and me! I really missed getting to be with my daughters and grandchildren this year...but they are all in Texas and that is sooo far away! I'm really missing them though!

    Well sweet friend, wishing you and your family many blessings for this brand new year! I am sooo glad that we met, Debbie! You and your friendship has been such a blessing to me! I love you, Girlfriend!!! I'm really looking forward to what 2011 holds for us!!!

    Hugs, prayers, and blessings...
    Chari

    ps...Debbie, I really love what you did for your Christmas centerpiece! It's so funny, we have such similar tastes! I have always been drawn to the black and white harlequin pattern! Your centerpiece is simply stunning! I love how you created and crafted all the different elements! Love, love, LOVE the teacup stand that you made...it turned out gorgeous!!! Sooo...I'm curious...what dishes did you use on this pretty table? Did you take photos? Hehe! Love ya, Darlin'!!!

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  15. Oops...just lil' ol' me again! Was going to tell you that I found the same little aqua glass birds at Walmart! There were only two left and I grabbed them off of the hook faster than you can blink! Hehe! I thought they were so pretty!

    Love ya,
    Chari

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