Festive Tuesday Tablescape
I haven't done a tablescape in ages (go to Susan's Between Naps on the Porch for some more fantabulous tables in full festive glory) and this one I did at a hundred miles an hour, I literally threw it together I was in that much of a rush. I did though have time to think about it beforehand, in fact a day hanging around waiting for Miss Beach Cottage meant I had the table mentally planned out.
If you are over lookin at my white tables you might be thinking here she goes again but this plain canvas is still working well for me in terms of ease, budget and skill. And what's that saying? Don't fix what ain't broke...
This was really very easy and all the Beach Cottage trademarks (haha like I've got trademarks) - white, sparkles, more white, heaps of candles and tealights, a few white flowers and because I'm feeling decidedly jolly, a splash of red...I love how it turned out...would ya like to come over for some Christmas Pudding?
If you've popped by the Beach Cottage from one of the Christmas parties going on in blogland, welcome and here are a few other Beach Cottage festive decs...
I think those are agapanthus(sp)? Anyway, they are wonderful. I never thought of using them in an arrangement...I will now. Thanks.
Posted by: desiree | December 16, 2008 at 06:31 PM
Now that is divine! :) Have a good evening. :)
Posted by: Leslie Smyers | December 16, 2008 at 08:12 PM
That centerpiece is a stunner. I love it. Fresh flowers make a real statement. Your clear baubles and the ribbon around the stemware bases add punch to your table.
Posted by: Glenda | December 16, 2008 at 08:39 PM
Your table is beautiful. I love the agapanthus!
Posted by: Leisa | December 16, 2008 at 10:07 PM
I love your tablescape and centerpiece is eye catching:-)
Posted by: miss janice | December 16, 2008 at 10:45 PM
It is magical looking.
Posted by: Cottage Lifestyle | December 16, 2008 at 11:16 PM
Beautiful tablescape!
Posted by: Pat | December 16, 2008 at 11:42 PM
Wow girl, for someone throwing this together you did a marvelous job. I love all the crisp white and crystal. Your candles add a nice glow. I love the ornaments on the back of the chairs..truly eye catching..hugs ~lynne~
Posted by: lynne | December 16, 2008 at 11:50 PM
Very pretty & elegant in a "beach cottage" way!
Posted by: tardevil | December 17, 2008 at 12:03 AM
I love simple! Image how beautiful the food will look on such a setting! Love it!
Posted by: envoy-ette | December 17, 2008 at 12:46 AM
Easy elegance defined! Very pretty! Wintery!
Merry Christmas!
Posted by: Kathleen Ellis | December 17, 2008 at 12:48 AM
beautiful, i love clean crisp color! or should i say non color...
Posted by: jain | December 17, 2008 at 01:14 AM
Very elegant, clean and sparkly...all the components of a great tablescape! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Cathy Miller | December 17, 2008 at 01:27 AM
Oh my, Oh my, Oh my! ABSOLUTELY ADORE your table! Gorgeous!
Posted by: Lana G! | December 17, 2008 at 01:27 AM
I love your blog and your photos! You have accomplished beautiful work in your home!
Posted by: sue haiken | December 17, 2008 at 01:55 AM
Sarah, love your red & white wrapping paper! So pretty. Why don't you come on over & link up your tablescape post to my Christmas party tour. Let everyone see what Christmas in Australia looks like at a beach cottage!
Posted by: Rhoda | December 17, 2008 at 02:12 AM
Beautiful! I love the white with touches of red by simple ribbons. It's so beautiful! Deb
Posted by: Deb | December 17, 2008 at 02:33 AM
Love the all white theme with a touch of red. The use of the aggies is a great idea. One of the lesser known flowers, still one of my favorites. Usually they are found in periwinkle.
Very beautiful!
Posted by: White Iris Designs | December 17, 2008 at 02:43 AM
Simply Elegant! And YES I would love to come for Christmas pudding!
The touch of red was a nice touch.... oh and ah....
Posted by: LuLu | December 17, 2008 at 03:00 AM
I love the whte. Very elegant and classy looking. Great job!
Posted by: Ceekay | December 17, 2008 at 03:42 AM
I love all the ways you used the Christmas balls and that gorgeous ribbon. So pretty!
Posted by: Gina @ Six in the Country | December 17, 2008 at 03:49 AM
Lovely table.... I love white, it makes everything looks so elegant... ;)
cielo
Posted by: cielo | December 17, 2008 at 04:31 AM
You did a fabulous job. I just love the white and the lights and the red ribbon..everything is just beautiful. You really have a knack for putting it altogether just perfectly. A lovely beach table.
Thank you for sharing
Judi
Posted by: Judi | December 17, 2008 at 04:59 AM
Oh, this is gorgeous, so serene and elegant!
Posted by: Michael Lee West/Gollum | December 17, 2008 at 05:13 AM
Sarah,
Where did you find the white poppers?? Love everything. And the touch of red amidst all the white is super festive!
Merry Christmas!
Dawn
Posted by: Dawn Gahan | December 17, 2008 at 05:29 AM
Your tables are always so unique and lovely. I love your style...
Posted by: ellen b | December 17, 2008 at 05:50 AM
Beautiful table!
Posted by: Susan | December 17, 2008 at 07:29 AM
Yet another beautifully stunning tablescape! :)
Posted by: Rachel~a*little*bit*vintage | December 17, 2008 at 07:44 AM
Beautiful and so simply elegant. Merry Christmas!
Posted by: Kim | December 17, 2008 at 08:46 AM
I love the simplicity and elegance of your decor! It is so calming and inviting. Thank you for inviting me into your home, please visit mine (if you've not done so already), and Happy Holidays! ~Arleen
Posted by: Arleen @ Seasons for All at Home | December 17, 2008 at 09:08 AM
Your tables always look so fresh and beautiful! This one is no exception. laurie
Posted by: laurie | December 17, 2008 at 10:05 AM
I really like it! I love the Xmas ornament on the back of the chair! I may steal that idea!
Posted by: Cindy~My Romantic Home | December 17, 2008 at 11:50 AM
This is my first visit to your blog. Your tablescape is beautiful! I love the clean look with little bursts of color. Thanks for sharing! Merry Christmas.
Posted by: Lydia | December 17, 2008 at 12:01 PM
You've been having great red-n-white fun! Beautiful!! Merry CHRISTmas!
Posted by: Deb | December 17, 2008 at 12:12 PM
How fresh and inviting. Thanks for sharing. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas!!!
Posted by: JenJen | December 17, 2008 at 12:14 PM
Everything looks really beautiful! Thank you for the tour, happy holidays!
Posted by: Caren | December 17, 2008 at 02:06 PM
Are you kidding? We NEVER tire of your gorgeous "white" tablescapes! You truly do have a signature style and I LOVE it! Everything looks so fresh and clean...just beautiful! Always soooo look forward to your tablescapes...they are always creative and just plain beautiful!
Posted by: Susan | December 17, 2008 at 02:21 PM
Love your decorations and your wonderful table scape!
Posted by: Jen R | December 17, 2008 at 04:10 PM
I think everything looks beautiful!
Posted by: Suzann Oppenlander | December 17, 2008 at 10:08 PM
Sarah,
Your table is GORGEOUS!!!!! I love the white - so fresh and crisp. I was once inspired to do a pure white THANKSGIVING table. Not too traditional for that holiday but the end result was beautiful. I love your site. I'll add it to my blogroll. Visit me sometime at http://colorsofchristmas.blogspot.com
Posted by: Alisa at Colors of CHRISTmas | December 17, 2008 at 11:05 PM
Merry Christmas; I really like you table scape, it has a beach y feel and a winter wonderland feel. I just love it. I have been looking at the old posts and the are so great, and the photos are so pretty.
Have a great week.
Hugs;
Alaura
Posted by: alaura parrish | December 18, 2008 at 12:26 AM
Gorgeous table! I love all the tiny bits of red among the sparkly-white.
Posted by: Jo - To a Pretty Life | December 18, 2008 at 02:15 AM
Well you've done it again.....this table setting is simple and elegant and I love the tiny splash of red for the holidays.
GREAT JOB !!!
Have a happy day.
Vicki
Posted by: vicki | December 18, 2008 at 05:20 AM
I'll be right over for dinner. What a gorgeous table. Love the white and simplicity of it all.
Posted by: [email protected] | December 18, 2008 at 05:42 AM
I love your decorations~absolutely adorable!
I hope you'll visit soon, I will have my last giveaway of December this Friday.
Posted by: Laura Ingalls Gunn | December 18, 2008 at 06:26 AM
Really lovely, for its simplicity and casual elegance. You really have such style, and I am always inspired by you. Hope you have a wonderful Christmas.
Posted by: Laura | December 18, 2008 at 02:09 PM
Beautiful tablescape. It's like a winter wonderland!...Christine
Posted by: Christine | December 18, 2008 at 05:21 PM
I thought I left a comment here already, but I must've gotten distracted. Oops.
I just love how you decorated your table. Everything is gorgeous, as usual! I'm so glad you joined my blog party and invited us in to see it. -Julia :-)
Posted by: Julia @ Hooked on Houses | December 19, 2008 at 03:24 AM
hi sarah, love the table, love white, love the silver accent, and really love the striped red/white ornaments in your very top post! lovely my friend! sandy
Posted by: sandy | December 22, 2008 at 02:02 AM
loving your style! so much eye candy on your site!!
Posted by: Amanda | January 28, 2009 at 06:22 AM
Wow, imagine how much work you put into this. I'd love to be able to do that one day but I would need to get a cottage first
Posted by: Halifax | January 28, 2009 at 11:36 AM