The inspiration for my post today came from right outside my kitchen window. My lilacs are in full bloom and the aroma is incredible. I'll open the shade and give you a quick look at my tablescape and a view of my lilacs in bloom in the yard.
I have been waiting for them to bloom so I could create a lilac tablescape. They are Dwarf Korean lilacs and generally bloom in late spring. The flowers are very fragrant and beautiful and since we are having an early Spring, they are blooming a bit early.
I am using my silver plate footed water pitcher (International Silver Company) as a vase for the lilacs. Most of my silver is packed away but I got lucky and found one box and this silver piece was inside. It was totally black, so I spent about thirty minutes polishing. I also placed a glass inside the pitcher to serve as a vase-in-a-vase. I do love the lilacs and the silver together.
The stemware is Fostoria and the vintage silverplate flatware is the Daffodil pattern by Rogers Brothers. My Dad bought the flatware for my Mom years ago and after she passed away, he gave it to me. So sweet and now such a special treasure.
I made a small bouquet of lilacs tied with a lilac ribbon for the center of each plate and tucked another in each napkin.
I'll take you out to my yard for a few photos of my lilac bushes. I was so excited as I got close to the bushes and there was a Black Swallowtail butterfly on the blooms.
The napkins are lilac hemstitch with silver Godinger napkins rings. My white dishes are inexpensive but I am happy with them in this tablescape especially since they are the only white ones I have at this time. I have never collected white dishes but I may work on that.
I am very happy with my lilac tablescape, it seems so elegant and serene. You are welcome to stop by any time and sit at my table - Judy.
Linking to:
Amy at Home Happy Home for Whimsy Wednesday
Honey at 2805 for Potpourri Friday
