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Tuesday, September 7, 2010

Afternoon Coffee

Welcome to an afternoon on the patio. The weather is agreeable, only about 75 in comparison to the 100 degree norm. Table is set for 6, so there's a perfect place for you too. Come make yourself comfortable.

Table is set with traditional "Sammeltassen". Oh, let me explain. In Germany, these are given as gifts or collected. Trios consisting of a dessert plate, cup and saucer. Each one different. Each one unique. There are six sets on the table and I probably have 12 or 13 more sets. Some of which, I've collected. Some of which came from my maternal Grandmother. These are the direct reason I love dishes!





I've layered a crochet edged tablecloth under a German damask tablecloth for a bit more interest.

  In the center is an antique lace runner. And I spot a silver rattle used by my boys! A silver coffee pot.

Spooner filled with a gorgeous shade of almost antique pink roses. Creamer and crystal sugar.


 Gold flatware on crochet edged napkins.

Spooners make great vases too!

A crystal sugar.

The dishes:












Chair back covers home embroidered:






I think I left one out - oops!







The cast:
Ralph Lauren crochet edged tablecloth
German damask tablecloth belonged to my grandmother
Antique table runner scarfed up at an Estate sale
Dishes from German manufacturers courtesy of ebay and my grandmother
Gold International Flatware
Silver from grandmother and mother-in-law
Sterling rattle of unknown maker
antique keys collected over the years, monogrammed key gift from a dear friend
Crochet edged napkin blanks from Germany, crocheted by my mother
Chair back covers - embroidered in 60wt cotton thread on tea towels from Martha Pullen Co. 

Thanks for dropping in. I'm always up for a visit from friends and LOVE to read your comments. Be sure to check out the delightful tables at the magnificent Susan's Tablescape Thursday at Between Naps on the Porch. Just click the graphic below!









17 comments:

Kuby said...

Just beautiful, Marlis

Unknown said...

So elegant and delicate tablescape! Beautiful!

Anonymous said...

I love the table and all the delightful dishes, I'll be right over, save a seat for me.

Mary L

Jacqueline said...

Marlis, this is so gorgeous. I feel like I walked into another century.

I have never heard of a spooner, but I showed my husband yours and told him I wanted one of those. That is such a fun piece. I love how you put the roses in it.

The chairback covers are incredible. Did you make all of those. What talent. This was just a delight to see your table today, oh I forgot the china, what gorgeous pieces you have. That is so fun that they are all different. Thanks for sharing with us!

Lynn said...

A very pretty table, I love all of the different dishes!

xinex said...

Your table is gorgeous, Marlis. The dishes are stunning and so exquisite, so lucky of you to have so many pieces. What a beautiful setting out in the patio. Love the linen layers!...Christine

A Perfect Setting said...

This is just beautiful! Love it!

Chubby Chieque said...

I don't have any words to say without, SPLENDID!

Happy TS...

Greetings from Stockholm,
/chie

Debbie said...

It would absolutely DELIGHT me to show up for an afternoon coffee or tea at that table with all of the beautiful, individualized dish sets. I love that notion.

I really want to do something similar for my next luncheon club. Maybe for the dessert and coffee portion or something. REALLY pretty!

And I love those monogrammed chair covers, too.

Marigene said...

Absolutely beautiful, Marlis. I love that spooner. The linens are exquisite. Thanks for sharing!

Entertaining Women said...

What a special family heritage! The cups and plates are beautiful. Thank you for sharing your charming design. Cherry Kay

Barbara said...

So elegant! I love all the treasures you have. The linens are so gorgeous. I love setting a table like this outside. It seems to surprise everyone.

Tricia said...

Marlis, this table is just spectacular! Love those gorgeous chairback covers, and the lovely china and silver add so much elegance. What a pretty setting, too! Thanks for the lesson on Sammeltassen!

Gloria said...

Greetings - I've visiting for Tablescape Thursday. Your table is lovely, so classy with the silver. Love it!
Best regards,
Gloria

Gloria said...

Hi, Marlis! Thanks for your funny comment on my blog. If I get anything from Bill, I will be sure to definitely share. But we'd better not hold our breaths. LOL! I will be back to visit -- I became a Follower my last time, and I look forward to the great posts and tablescapes that I am sure you will have in the future!
Best,
Gloria

Yvonne @ StoneGable said...

You table is fit for royalty! So elegent and rich. You have such lovely things.
The china is one I would love on my table. So delicate and intricatre.
The beautiful centerpiece is amazing with those white creamy roses, so fitting on this antique laden table. I am wild over silver and this piece is a joy to see!
I just can't get over the chair backs. Perfection with this table. I love anything monogrammed and these are so lovely. I'm checking out the tutorial. Wonderful table full of beauty and inspiration.
Yvonne

Katherine said...

A beautiful and inviting table, just lovely :-)

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