Entertaining

For my final tablescape in this year’s series, I went for a family tablescape kids of all ages could enjoy. This tablescape has a little something for everyone – I…

My second Halloween tablescape, in this year’s series. Tablescapes can be so much fun to put together – especially Halloween ones. I spotted these plates in an end cap at…

Summerween is in the rearview mirror, but as fall approaches, I’m thinking all things spooky and Halloween again. Summer will soon come to an end and the cool air with…

Inspired by this little blue crab and the wonderful memories of New England, this vibrant tablescape captures the spirit and American colors of New England. All I need is a…

In keeping with my coastal tablescape series that’s leading up to my Tropical Christmas tablescape, I bring you two versions in this post of a neutral coastal tablescape. Inspired by…

A few years back, when Pier 1 Imports still had a brick and mortar store, I purchased a gorgeous table runner among other thing. Recently I watched the movie Something’s…

When you love your holidays, you find creative ways to keep on celebrating a little longer! That’s why we celebrate Christmas in July and now Halloween lovers can celebrate Halloween…

While at Trader Joe’s, I picked up a few bunches of the most beautiful pink tulips, one of my favorite flowers, and they inspired me to set this beautiful and…

While my hand is always raised for all the tacos, nachos and favorite Mexican bites, this year I wanted a formal sit down family meal for cinco de mayo. Inspired…

Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year and I love to gather with family and friends and share in the joyous spirit of the season. What better way…

Of all the red-white-and-blue tablescapes, none are as patriotic, nostalgic and vintage as those tables set with Liberty Blue plates. Liberty Blue ironstone beautifully depicts historical American colonial scenes –…

Looking for a simple and elegant dinner for Friendsgiving or Thanksgiving? This menu is for you. I love turkey, but I know it’s not everyone’s favorite. If you’re looking for…

This tablescape was inspired by these beautiful 1970s Floral Expressions Hearthside Stoneware “Summertime” plates. These plates were made in Japan, but the year is unclear. I believe my parents purchased…

I love how this Mother’s Day brunch turned out! The table was set under the canopy of large seagrape tree nestled in the patio area by the fence, overlooking the…

An afternoon fiesta followed by a siesta sounds like a perfect afternoon to me! This cinco de mayo celebration is colorful, relaxed and very easy to pull together. Mexican cuisine,…

Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, Jesus’s triumphant entrance in Jerusalem and the Sunday before Easter. It’s a very special day and as with most holidays, families gather…

Kalispera! Welcome to my casual Greek dinner party! Since I can’t travel to Greece, I brought Greece home! I wanted to fill my table with delicious traditional foods from Greece…

I love the Mediterranean for its warm, vibrant colors, cool waters and sun-kissed appeal. If I close my eyes I can almost feel the sun on my face and smell…

Valentine’s Day is a special day to let someone special know how much you love them! Honestly, you should tell anyone that’s special just how special they are and how…

Now that we are headed into the Valentine’s Day countdown, here’s a romantic blush and gold formal tablescape idea. Blush is a very delicate color and it’s very soothing to…

Today I’m sharing my Valentine’s Day Coffee Table Picnic with you. As you’re planning your Valentine’s Day celebration, there may be a number of reasons why you can’t dine out…

Ah! Christmas morning. This has to be my favorite breakfast of the year. It’s one I look forward to all year long and I cherish more than any gift. There’s…

Christmas, my favorite holiday. Have I said that before? The joyous celebration of the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, is the happiest and most joyful time of…

Here’s another fun and easy tablescape for four. Cross two table runners and use the ends as a placemat. A few brass candlesticks and tapered candles make this tablescape a…

Welcome fall! I love simple and uncomplicated tablescapes. This setting pulls in a pumpkin color and natural elements. Add in a little glow for extra sparkle and you’re all set.…

Halloween is a holiday with a flare for fantasy and make-believe. Everything about it screams of things that scare us and excite us simultaneously. That same spirit and creativity should…

Decorating a table for any event always makes the event extra special and sets the party spirit! This year our traditional BBQ pool party with family was scratched due to…

As we spend this Easter under quarantine due to COVID-19, we need to make do what what we have and avoid unnecessary trips to the grocery store. Living in a…

What to make on game day…hmmm. Not just any game day, thee game day – the Super Bowl! I could have made a full Cuban menu since the host city…

As much as I love to cook and entertain, I’ve never been one for large crowds – especially over the holidays. My idea of ringing in a new year is…