If you have been reading The 2 Seasons for a while, you know that I am on the look-out for a less formal dining table to put into the dining area of our great room. I think I have found THE ONE, but it’s such a commitment. I haven’t gotten up the nerve yet to push the “purchase” button. Meanwhile, I am still using our investment table and coming up with vignettes for it that will make it a little less country club looking.
You know I like to shop the house when changing things around, and that’s what I did this time, too. When I was looking at my photos, I realized the vignette would probably look better with something grounding it like a tray or a runner. That didn’t happen, though.
The plate’s pattern is Princeton by Johnson Brothers.
My grandmother had this pattern, and my mother gave me just one of those plates. However, I have found a few pieces on ebay from time to time and really enjoy owning them. This meat platter is really a beauty.
These faux lemons are the most realistic fakes (I love a good oxymoron) that I have ever seen. I have had them for years, and they are always turning up in different places around the house.
The books came from our public library’s annual book sale. I bought a whole set of them because I loved the bright colors.
I stole borrowed the magnifying glass from Mr. Right’s desk. Shhhh….don’t tell him.
And of course, you all know what this is. I have several old wooden spools in different sizes and colors. I chose the yellow one for this display because it goes so well with the lemons.
I love the freshness and colors in this tabletop grouping and plan to leave it like this for much of the summer. However, I might just put them in a tray or a basket for a more unified look.
Take care.
Today I can start taking orders for these amazing new engravables. (We’re doing our blog’s initials). They are not available on the website, only through a stylist. Want one or more information? Email me the2seasons@yahoo.com –Jordan
