Sparkle from the Past.

Here's a tablescape from last year that was full of sparkle. I don't think I will be using these dishes this year so I hope you enjoy a little sparkle from the past. 

For some sparkle, I used: 

crystal candle holders plus crystal beaded stems with lots of bling 

white deer glittered with lots of sparkle

silver ornaments and a Reed and Barton silver music box from my sister years ago.

My china is Spode Winter's Eve - Cranberry sitting on silver chargers.

A cranberry table runner to match the Spode Cranberry color.

My server at the end of the table featured more sparkle and Spoke with a silver tray and silver candlesticks plus some sparkle beading and bling. 

On the left side of the candlesticks sits a Fitz and Floyd vase filled with silver branches and clear wrapping paper with more sparkle.

Hope your holidays are filled with sparkle. I'm recovering from knee replacement so I'm not out shopping.  - Judy.

Masterpiece Monday at Boogieboard Cottage

Make-It-Pretty Monday’s at The Dedicated House

Metamorphosis Monday@ Between Naps on the Porch

Inspire Me Tuesday at A Stroll Thru Life on Tuesday

The Scoop 

You’re Gonna Love It Tuesday at Kathe With an E

Tweak It Tuesday at Cozy Little House

Wow Us Wednesdays at Savvy Southern Style

Let's Dish  at Cuisine Kathleen on Wednesday

Centerpiece Wednesday at the Style Sisters

Ivy and Elephants for What Is It Wednesday

Open House Party at No Minimalist Here

Tutorials, Tips & Tidbits @ StoneGable

Tablescape Thursday@ Between Naps on the Porch

Favorite Things Thursday at Katherine’s Corner

Home and Garden Thursday at A Delightsome Life

Home Sweet Home at The Charm of Home on Thursday

Feathered Nest Friday at the French Country Cottage

Common Ground for Be Inspired Friday

My Romantic Home for Show and Tell Friday

Jennifer Rizzo for Fabulously Creative Friday

Seasonal Sunday at The Tablescaper
Sunny Simple Sunday at Sunny Simple Life

A Beautiful Bride Plus A Fabulous Wedding

We had the privilege to attend the wedding of our dear friends' daughter recently. Take a look at the gorgeous couple.

 

The wedding ceremony was performed at the Morning Side Baptist Church in Atlanta, GA.

The reception was at The Georgian Terrace on Peachtree Street in Atlanta and WOW, what a party it was! For a surprise and bit of fun, the wedding party entered the room with sunglasses on and dancing to the Motown music. 

The bride and grown danced their traditional dance. I'll give you a little info about the Georgian Terrance in a bit, just think about Gone With The Wind.

Then the party began with the live band the Heather Hayes Experience, Heather and her band sang and performed the whole evening and what an experience they were. Heather is the daughter of legendary soul singer, actor and music producer, Isaac Hayes.The music was mostly Motown and they were really crowd-pleasers. 

Even my grandson and one of the groom's nieces danced. He had never met her before. He danced with her twin sister too!

There were several food stations. The biggest hit was the mashed potato bar. That was the first time I had seen one, usually, I have seen potato bars but the mashed was popular for the reception. Below is another bar, I think it was a pasta bar.

The tables were simple elegant.

The cake was beautiful, do you see the brooches on two layer? The cake was made by Frosted Pumpkin in Atlanta. The bottom layer was red velvet, the second layer was buttercream, the third layer was carrot cake and the anniversary layer was red velvet. 

Now for the historical information about the Georgian Terrance and the connection to Gone With The Wind. The premiere of Gone with the Wind was in Atlanta in 1939. All of the stars and the Director of the movie (with the exception of Vivien Leigh and her lover at the time, Lawrence Olivier) stayed at the Georgian Terrace. The Fox Theater is across the street from the Georgian Terrace. 

 

So just imagine, having your wedding reception in the same room where Clark Gable and the cast of Gone With the Wind partied. Wow, how special is that!!

The bride and her family are long time dear friends of ours and we were just thrilled to share this fabulous day with them.

Thanks for stopping by - Judy

Linking to:

Masterpiece Monday at Boogieboard Cottage

Make-It-Pretty Monday’s at The Dedicated House
Motivated Monday @ Be Colorful 
Amaze Me Monday @ Dwellings - The Heart of Your Home
The Creative Home and Garden Hop @ Creative Home Expressions

MetamorphosisMonday@ Between Naps on the Porch

Inspire Me Tuesday at A Stroll Thru Life on Tuesday

The Scoop at Confessions of a Plate Addict

You’re Gonna Love It Tuesday at Kathe With an E

Tweak It Tuesday at Cozy Little House

Tuesdays at Our House @ Our Home Away from Home

Rock N Share @ The Shady Porch

Fall into Fall @ DIY by Design

Wow UsWednesdays at Savvy Southern Style

Let's Dish  at Cuisine Kathleen on Wednesday

Centerpiece Wednesday at the Style Sisters

Ivy and Elephants for What Is It Wednesday

Open House Party at No Minimalist Here
Tablescape Thursday @ Between Naps On The Porch
Tutorials, Tips & Tibdits @ StoneGable

Favorite Things Thursday at Katherine’s Corner

Home and Garden Thursday at A Delightsome Life

Home Sweet Home at The Charm of Home on Thursday

Thanksgiving with Harmony

Soon be will be gathering around the table with our friends and family to celebrate Thanksgiving.

I have my table set just a little early because I am making a trip Chicago, IL, so my table creation had to begin before the train leaves.

The stemware and the lidded jars seem to match perfectly.

Love the peacock feather in the centerpiece. 

The flatware is Wm. Rogers and Son Gold Plated Enchanted Rose Flatware and was a gift from my husband.

The centerpiece is a wreath/centerpiece as seen here.

My china is Harmony House - West End that belonged to my Mother. The charger is Pottery Barn from a few years ago. I thought it paired well with the woodsy wreath.

I hope your life is full of Harmony this Thanksgiving. 

If you are needing a little more harmony in your life here are ten steps:

I'll be back from Chicago just in time for Thanksgiving.

Don't forget to watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. The cast of reality show "Duck Dynasty" will quack their way through this year's parade.

Here's wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving and one that is filled with harmony. - Judy

Linking to:

Masterpiece Monday at Boogieboard Cottage

Make-It-Pretty Monday’s at The Dedicated House
Motivated Monday @ Be Colorful 
Amaze Me Monday @ Dwellings - The Heart of Your Home
The Creative Home and Garden Hop @ Creative Home Expressions

MetamorphosisMonday@ Between Naps on the Porch

Inspire Me Tuesday at A Stroll Thru Life on Tuesday

The Scoop at Confessions of a Plate Addict

You’re Gonna Love It Tuesday at Kathe With an E

Tweak It Tuesday at Cozy Little House

Tuesdays at Our House @ Our Home Away from Home

Rock N Share @ The Shady Porch

Fall into Fall @ DIY by Design

Wow Us Wednesdays at Savvy Southern Style

Home {work} Wednesday @ The Everyday Home
Let's Dish  at Cuisine Kathleen on Wednesday

Centerpiece Wednesday at the Style Sisters

Ivy and Elephants for What Is It Wednesday

Open House Party at No Minimalist Here
Tablescape Thursday @ Between Naps On The Porch
Tutorials, Tips & Tibdits @ StoneGable

Favorite Things Thursday at Katherine’s Corner
Grace at Home @ Imparting Grace

Transformation Thursday at Shabby Creek Cottage

Home and Garden Thursday at A Delightsome Life

Home Sweet Home at The Charm of Home on Thursday

Feathered Nest Friday at the French Country Cottage

Common Ground for Be Inspired Friday

My Romantic Home for Show and Tell Friday

Jennifer Rizzo for Fabulously Creative Friday
Sweet & Simple Fridays @ Rooted in Thyme

Bouquet of Talent @ Life on Lakeshore Drive on Saturdays

Seasonal Sunday at The Tablescaper
Twirl and Take a Bow @ House On the Way
It's Party Time @ Three Mango Seeds

Veteran's Day

I am honoring my Dad today. He served in World War II in the South Pacific and now is 92 and doing pretty good. I am lucky to still have him with us. Thanks Dad and all the veterans who have served our country.

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Met. Monday @ Between Naps on the Porch

Rolo Pretzel Turtles

I'm sharing a recipe that is super easy and delicious. 

Only three ingredients are needed to make these scrumptious bites.

Rolos, tiny twist pretzels, and pecans - how easy it that!!

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. We lined our baking pans with parchment paper. Place the pretzels on the pan, rolos on top. Bake for 3-4 minutes, just long enough to soften the rolos. Take out of the oven and press the pecans on the softened rolos and you are done. That was quick and easy. 

What an easy treat and so good to eat!

Thanks for stopping by - Judy

Linking to:

Masterpiece Monday at Boogieboard Cottage

Marvelous Mondays at This Gal Cooks

Make-It-Pretty Monday’s at The Dedicated House

Mosaic Monday at  Little Red House

Inspire Me Tuesday at A Stroll Thru Life on Tuesday

The Scoop at Confessions of a Plate Addict

You’re Gonna Love It Tuesday at Kathe With an E

Tweak It Tuesday at Cozy Little House

Wow Us Wednesdays at Savvy Southern Style
Fall Into Fall at DIY by Design

Let's Dish  at Cuisine Kathleen on Wednesday

Centerpiece Wednesday at the Style Sisters

Ivy and Elephants for What Is It Wednesday

Open House Party at No Minimalist Here

Tablescape Thursday@ Between Naps on the Porch

Favorite Things Thursday at Katherine’s Corner

Home and Garden Thursday at A Delightsome Life

Home Sweet Home at The Charm of Home on Thursday

Feathered Nest Friday at the French Country Cottage

Common Ground for Be Inspired Friday

My Romantic Home for Show and Tell Friday

Foodie Friday at Rattlebridge Farm

Jennifer Rizzo for FabulouslyCreative Friday
Kitchen Fun and Crafty Friday at Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons 

Seasonal Sunday at The Tablescaper
Sunny Simple Sunday at Sunny Simple Life