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Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Blast from Past Summer Tablescape



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When I found these dishes, it brought back memories of the late 60s and early 70s. But, this is 2009 and my 27 year old daughter thought they were great! She is a die hard orange freak and loves anything that looks like my era of teen years. I just had to buy them.

I have several tablecloths that just weren't the right shade of orange and then I found this vintage cloth at the Crisis Center Thrift Store. It is made out of a knit material and even has fringe along the bottom.

Here is a close-up of the plates.

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The plates are by Gibson and were found as a yellow line item (new) at Goodwill. The goblets came from Dollar Tree, the flowers from Garden Ridge quite awhile ago for DDs room, the vase was a repurposed one that I had, the placemats were on clearance for $4 at T.J. Maxx, the napkins were a thrift store fine and the flatware is my eveyday one. Memories---priceless!

I love a good bargain that comes together and makes me feel happy.

Thanks for looking and be sure to stop by Between Naps on the Porch to see Susan's exquisite Faerie Ball table and links to many more Tablescape Thursday photos.

Thank you Susan for hosting this fun event. I have been visiting for awhile, but today is my first time to participate.
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18 comments:

  1. DeannaJune 10, 2009 at 11:31 PM

    Hi there!
    Really like your Blast From The Past. How neat this is!
    So glad you stopped by my site and said hey.
    This Tablescape Thursday is alot of fun and a great way to get alot of ideas.
    Reading your profile...very sorry for the deaths of precious family members. May God comfort you.
    There was a year when 5 family members and friends of ours passed away. It's not easy.
    Blessings,
    ~D~

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  2. DawnJune 11, 2009 at 7:20 AM

    Wow! What a fun tablescape. The flowers are a perfect choice. I can't believe you found that orange table cloth. Don't you love it when it all comes together.
    Dawn

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  3. UnknownJune 11, 2009 at 9:51 AM

    How coloful and festive! You tablescape is so lovely! The flowers are a perfect compliment.

    I sure do miss Garden Ridge, and Hobby Lobby. We don't have them here in the SF bay area.

    Thank you for sharing

    Tina

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  4. AnonymousJune 11, 2009 at 10:08 AM

    Hello Dear Devil. You did good on your tablescape. I love the orange and pink. Who would have thought it a few years ago. Come visit in my neck of the Ky. woods. I will be back to visit with you. Blessings.
    QMM

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  5. AnonymousJune 11, 2009 at 10:17 AM

    Oh, I love your retro tablesetting! Those dishes are truly fab! LOL! Love all the bright colors! You've done a great job.
    Thanks for popping in to see me today and I like the version from Carol King too! I bought her album in the 70s and "You've Got a Friend" was on it! Groovy!
    Be a sweetie,
    shelia :)

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  6. MaryJune 11, 2009 at 10:19 AM

    Oh what fun!!! Those dishes are totally fab, and I love your bright and cheerful colors!

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  7. Kathleen EllisJune 11, 2009 at 10:30 AM

    What a fun and energetic table setting...love it! It looks so cheery! Both my girls would love this, too!
    Happy TT!
    ;-D

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  8. UnknownJune 11, 2009 at 10:54 AM

    Very retro and fun! It has a very cheerful vibe!

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  9. MaryJune 11, 2009 at 11:04 AM

    I think you captured the spirit of the 60's and 70's quite well with this tablescape, how fun! :O) Mary @ Boogieboard Cottage

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  10. Cathy MillerJune 11, 2009 at 11:33 AM

    Really cute! Great job. It's very summery looking..and very retro!

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  11. movingonladyJune 11, 2009 at 12:36 PM

    Love the retro look. Love the gerber dasiy's
    Very cute

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  12. KatJune 11, 2009 at 3:42 PM

    I love this! Reminds me of all the "cool" houses growing up. And I love the flowers. Kathy

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  13. PrintersdevilJune 11, 2009 at 5:19 PM

    I was in Dollar Tree today and saw some salad plates that look like these. Mine are Everyday Gibson and are very lightweight much like Corelle. The ones at the Tree are more of a stoneware.

    Thanks for all the comments and compliments. I love this party and finally participated.

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  14. NanceJune 11, 2009 at 6:39 PM

    Hi there, Felicia,
    I love your table arrangements! I am not a tablescape participants yet but is contemplating...not sure if i have time to do it every Thursday. You have a nice blog!

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  15. KathleenJune 12, 2009 at 9:03 PM

    Hi Felecia! Glad you joined in!
    Love your retro table..very colorful!

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  16. SouthernGalJune 12, 2009 at 9:44 PM

    Groovy man! Happy TT :)

    Christi @ A Southern Life
    http://asouthernlife.com

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  17. Ldy ~~ DyJune 13, 2009 at 12:38 AM

    Yup! Your tablescape takes me back to the early '70's! Remember the cool bright colored stationery? I think I had some with that flower motif that's on your dishes! Cool!!! Thanks for sharing and bringing back awesome early teen memories! Huggy Hugs!

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  18. Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net)June 22, 2009 at 12:42 AM

    Oh Felecia...love this fun table! The colors are awesome and it's inspiring that you found all these wonderful things without having to spend a fortune...good going! I know your daughter must have just loved it! :-) Thanks for a great TT! Susan

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