Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Tablescape Thursday: Autumn Luncheon




It's beginning to feel like autumn here in New Jersey, although I could stand the temperatures to be a bit cooler. The fields are filled with goldenrod, though, and the sun slants at a different angle in the sky, and the farm stands are filled with corn and tomatoes and zucchini. So I put together a small lunch for my friend Toni Anne.




A flowered tablecloth from Ralph Lauren set the stage with it's autumn hues, and made a nice backdrop for the simplicity of creamware serving dishes and pitchers.




You've all seen my dishes by Atelier at Home, and my assortment of thrift store and antique flatware before. :)




Napkins are cotton damask, with antique silver napkin rings that I love to leave in their untarnished state. Goblets are pressed glass, and belonged to my mother, as did the creamware pitcher holding goldenrod, queen anne's lace, chrysanthemums and dried seed pods.




Lunch included a salad of mixed greens with yellow pear tomatoes from the farm stand,




and orzo salad with roasted cherry tomatoes, zucchini and corn. This was a sort of fly-by-the- seat-of-your-pants creation, and I'm proud to say that it turned out quite tasty. In fact, I ate the leftovers for breakfast the next morning. lol




Many thanks to our wonderful Tablescape Thursday hostess, Susan! For more lovely tables, please visit Susan at Between Naps on the Porch.

48 comments:

  1. Beautiful table setting Mary.

    Carolyn/A Southerners Notebook

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  2. Hi Mary,
    I agree..still a bit warm in our region..humid today..had to have he AC on.
    Love your table.. you have such pretty pieces..
    so welcoming!

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  3. This ia all so lovely -- the white dishes on that rich hued tablecloth look so pretty -- and the food looks delicious too! I want some for breakfast!

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  4. What a simple but elegant table. Love your flowers in the graceful pitcher.

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  5. So beautiful Mary! Love it all the white on white and those great goblets :0)

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  6. Absolutely beautiful. I'm in NJ too, what is up with this 80 degree humid weather?!

    Again, simply gorgeous. You should have your own magazine. haha

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  7. Oh my...when is lunch? Just lovely Mary!

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  8. Wonderful table setting and the salad looks very delcious. Thanks for sharing and have a great day!

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  9. What a lovely table. I am just crazy about your pretty dishes with the little birds. Who makes those? Everything is gorgeous, and the food looks awesome. Thanks for sharing. Hugs, Marty

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  10. I saw that same tureen with the bird on it earlier this month! It's on my Sept. 15th post, the 9th photo down! I love it! Now that I see it on your table I wish I would have bought it, although I don't even remember how much it was!

    Your table looks so gorgeous!!!

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  11. Wonderful setting Mary! Love the pheasant soup tureens! Great job!

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  12. Oh mary. Great job!
    Yeah, it could be cooler here too! It was 102 today! UGH! Too hot for So. Cal.
    Delightful post!
    Karen

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  13. Your table is so very pretty!
    I've never had yellow pear tomatoes...will have to try some. Are they sweet?

    Enjoyed seeing your lovely table.
    God Bless,
    d from homehaven

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  14. Morning Mary

    It is a lovely table setting and I am so pleased to see that it was used for lunch, it all looks so tempting. The Ralph Lauren tablecloth is so warming and Autumnal. Jackie.

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  15. beautiful table setting!!...plus..I always enjoy getting a sneak peek of your beautiful home in the background..your home is truly an inspiration for me..it's always so warm & comforting...thanks for sharing..lacy

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  16. Gorgeous table...i love the white dishes with the autumn colors. Great food shots! Mumzie :)

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  17. Always a treat to come to the Little Red House;)

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  18. Good Morning Mary,

    Your table setting is so lovely. The creamware looks like poetry against that tablecloth.

    Hope you are having a great week.

    Hugs,
    Dena

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  19. It's so lovely, Mary! Your setting is simple but elegant! Just perfect.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia :)

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  20. This table just glows! I so love that bird soup tureen and the lovely combo of colors you used! Cindy

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  21. Mary, everything about this luncheon is beautiful. I know Toni Anne felt special with all this attention to detail just for her. I'm in love with that soup tureen. Can you tell me the details of it? I always adore your mixed vintage flatware. I'm going to start a collection for myself. ~ Sarah

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  22. What a lovely luncheon table. I love how you've combined fall color with the white china and given the whole a warmth that is very inviting. I hope you are having a wonderful day.

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  23. That fallish tablecloth just sets the theme for this tablescape, which is very elegant and pretty! But Mary, you never do anything that I don't consider elegant and pretty! Lucky guest!
    Brenda

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  24. Mary, altho I am not a member of this wonderful group, I wanted to come and say something about your table. I love it, it's beautiful and simple, warm and inviting. I have seen some that love to put everything out there, I like a little, it packs a wallop of a statement, Char

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  25. A BEAUTIFUL table and your luncheon looks delish!!

    Blessings!
    Gail

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  26. What a lovely setting Mary! Your meal looks great! Pretty flowers.

    Thank you for sharing!

    ~ Tracy

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  27. How truly lovely Mary! Always a dear and oh so pretty table, one I would feel so happy to share!
    Your home is beautiful all through the year but absolutely glows in the Autumn.
    I hope you are well...
    Love,
    Sue

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  28. Beautiful table Mary! Lunch looks delicious!

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  29. Everthing looks delightful for lunch!!!

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  30. Always lovely and perfectly placed.
    Enjoy your day,
    Elizabeth

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  31. Simply elegant, inviting, and beautiful! I wanted to sit down and share in all of the lovliness of the event. Your friend must have felt so special.

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  32. Hi Mary, Love the pheasant soup tureens.... the table looks wonderful...
    xoxo
    Julie

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  33. Mary...love your beautiful tablescape! Love how your colorful fall tablecloth looks with the creamware...beautiful combination! I'm glad to hear someone else eats non-breakfast foods for breakfast. :-) Your orzo salad look quite tasty! Always enjoy seeing your vintage flatware...what a lovely lucheion you planned!
    Susan

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  34. Just beautiful! Your home always looks so inviting and warm!

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  35. What a beautiful table, Mary, and a wonderful luncheon for your friend.
    xo...Kathy

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  36. So sweet and cozy. I've missed your tablescapes lately. So glad to see another one.
    Dawn

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  37. This is the most gorgeous table! I love that tureen but I really love the creamware dishes. and the tablecloth, and I would eat that salad, yes I would! Can I come over?

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  38. Love your R.L. tablecloth, perfect colours for fall! Your food looks yummy - sometimes the best creations are things we throw together!

    DD

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  39. Such a warm looking table for those coolish autumn days. Love the tureen with the pheasant on top. Sorry I'm a little late getting caught up with my blogging searches.

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  40. Hi Mary
    Your table looks beautiful. The salad looks delicious and I love the tureen with the bird on top.
    Hugs, Rhondi

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  41. Beautiful and so serine. Mary, your photos are breathtaking! May I ask what kind of camera you use? I am in awe......

    Becky

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  42. Was wondering through your blog and found this beautiful tablescape. Just lovely.

    Sorry I missed it the first time round.

    - The Tablescaper

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  43. I have the same goblets.... love it!!!

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