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Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Nutcracker Sweet Tablescape



This one's for you, Michael! A guy's table with his collectibles done up not so girly! I think I got it. 


Started with a Zina Vasi tablecloth purchased last year after Christmas - on deep discount sale!

Three nutcrackers comprise the center of the tablecloth.
I thought this tablecloth went so well with the Williams Sonoma Nutcracker plates. I assure you I have 6 different designs, but somehow.. #6 photo is AWOL. sigh.






Hopefully soon, I'll find some red flatware!



Collected some of his Nutcrackers, most of which are Steinbach's with an occasional imposter thrown in.

How many times have we seen lovely vintage candleholders at Bill's Affordable Accoutrements? Well you know, when I saw these at an estate sale, they just jumped in my arms..


Love the plaid plates behind the red rope edge of the Nutcracker plates. The plaid dishes are Nikko and available at Dillards. They have this sweet little holly/berry ring around the inside perimeter.



These sweeties were found at Michael's for 1 dollar each! Great as a take home give. I will be attaching some place cards to them also.
 This sweetie was found at an estate sale. He's really old.





 Handblown wine hocks from Mexico via Santa Fe, NM. The red bubble glasses were purchased at Stein Mart. last year.

Such a darling place setting.. don't you think? And certainly not "girly"!







Cast:
Tablcloth - Zina Vasi, Dillards
Napkins - from my mother
Dinner plates - Nikko, Dillards
Salad Plates - Williams Sonoma, last year
Flatware - Gorham
Wine hocks - Handblown in Mexico, purchased in Santa Fe, NM
Red water goblets - Stein Mart last year
Candleholders - estate sale
Nutcrackers - from my son's collection
Juniper - from the driveway

I'll be joining Susan's party at Between Naps on the Porch.
I hope to see you there!

40 comments:

Barbara F. said...

Beautiful table, Marlis. I always enjoyed seeing the Nutcracker ballet this time of year. It would always set the mood for Christmas decorating, etc. xo

Entertaining Women said...

I've been tempted many times to add this tablecloth to my linen closet. Your gorgeous tablescape might have finally sent me over the edge. Your nutcracker collection must transport you back with memories of your European heritage. Very very special design, Marlis. I love it! Cherry Kay

Alycia Nichols said...

Hi, Marlis! I have always been very afraid of nutcrackers (and clowns!), but I am starting to warm up to them a bit. They odn't make them as scary looking as they used to. The eyes and the mouths always freaked me out terribly!!! As I said, though, I'm getting better. In fact, I actually bought some nutcrackers at the end of the Christmas season last year that I am going to use in a tablescape...as soon as I work up the nerve to open the box! :-) Your nutcrackers aren't too scary. Those on the tablecloth don't scare me at all. It's beautiful! The plates are d-i-v-i-n-e!!!!!! I LOVE tartan plaid, and it looks really great with the holly garland plates. Not too girly at all! You scored another homerun!!!

xinex said...

This is a fabulously whimsical table, Marlis. I love it. I feel like I am in a fantasy land looking at it. I love the nutcrackers and the plates. So beautiful together....Christine

Jacqueline said...

I have been collecting nutcrackers for years and just still am fascinated by new ones. I love Steinbachs and "imposters" too! What a great tablecloth to go with it and your plates are just amazing. My grandkids are big fans too and I think this year I might wrap up some of mine and pass them on (so I can buy more!)

Jocelyn said...

How cool is that!! I love this masculine table. Very stunning.

Jocelyn @
http://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com

Tess said...

Great table...I love your plaid plated and I am nuts for nutcrackers!!!

Anonymous said...

Marlis your table is wonderful! I love the nutcrackers and I "need" the red glassware!:-)

Anonymous said...

Your table is beautiful, Marlis. I really like your new tablecloth. Gotta love a bargain! I have one nutcracker. Hubby and I found it in an antique store years ago. It was made in Germany. Your plates are gorgeous! Red stemware is on my shopping list this year!! ;0)

CJ Foss said...

Great job with the Nutcracker theme! I'm into plaid this year for some reason, so I appreciated their supporting role in this tablescape. Thanks for posting. ~CJ

Jewel Sauls said...

Love that tablecloth! Looks great with your nutcraker plates. The plaid chargers are the perfect accent!

Marigene said...

The nutcracker plates are perfect with the tartan plates...I love this table...it is so Christmas-y!

Mary said...

Hi Marlis~ What a wonderful collection of all things Nutcracker! I admired those plates at WS~ they are set off perfectly with your plaid Nikko dishes! A perfectly handsome table :)

Debbie@Mountain Breaths said...

Marlis, I have anticpated this nutcracker tablescape since you visited my nutcracker mantel post last week. You have tempted me to add a nutcracker tablecloth to my linens! Your nutcracker collection is very special. I feel a nutcracker tablescape coming on in the next couple of years!

Robin said...

What a great theme for a table with those great plates and the tablecloth. I love how all the nutcrackers are different too.

Robin
Robin Flies South

Liz@A Dish Here, A Glass There said...

I got those plates too but I hadn't considered the idea of using my nutcrackers on the table with them! What a great idea! Your tablecloth made me take a double take I thought I was the Williams Sonoma one to go with the dishes but when you called it out as a Zina Vasi I had to take a double take! It's quite perfect! The tartain design underneath them is awesome, what a great combo! The best selection of red flatware I've found is at Horchow's or Neiman Marcus. Some are a bit pricey and some are reasonable. I love Dillards for their different selection of dishes! Great job all around!

Kim @ Savvy Southern Style said...

What a cute table. Love the nutcrackers theme setting. The plaid plates pair so well with the nutcracker plates. I have a small collection of nutcrackers,too.

Red Couch Recipes said...

Marlis -- I just love your Nutcracker table. Wouldn't it be fab to sit at your table and then attend a performance of the Nutcracker? I love the plaid with the nutcracker plates and the table linen too -- love the red water goblets too. Joni

Sandra said...

Your Nutcracker table is fantastic!! I love those red glasses, too! Everything is just beautiful! Have a Happy Holiday!

Yellow Rose Arbor said...

I love this! Just beautiful! The Nutcracker theme is wonderful, those plates are as well!

Katherine

A Toile Tale said...

I love this one! You hit the right note with the ungirly theme tonight. We're nutcracker people here, too. I have quite a collection and the girls and I have all danced in the nutcracker ballet productions. I have probably seen the Nutcracker a thousand times. Quite a fun table. Happy Holidays, friend.
Linda @ A Toile Tale

Meredith said...

What a beautiful collection!!! Your stemware just sets it off so nicely!

Elaine said...

Haha! Like Alycia, I have always been afraid of nutcrackers. But, I have to say, you have some very cute ones (sorry, that isn't what a man wants to hear!) and all the different styles are very interesting. The plaid is great and the stemware is beautiful, too. I love Santa Fe!

Elaine
Creating Wonderful Spaces

FABBY'S LIVING said...

Stunning nutcracker tablescape Marlis, it's totally fabulous, I love it!! I have two nutcrackers and a couple of cute ones on the tree, love them. Beautiful dishes and stemware, very whimsical too. Merry Christmas. FABBY

Rettabug said...

What a fun way to display & use Mike's collection of darling nutcrackers! I own exactly TWO...that's it! LOL

The tablecloth is the perfect backdrop...great score!
I have some red flatware but lack your red goblets...wanna share???? LOL

Hugs,
Rett

Babs said...

Marlis, Great look and perfect for Christmas! Love the tartan plates and red stemware. Great job, Marlis...I'll bet Michael loved "his" tablescape. Hope you find some red flatware. I actually saw some a couple of weeks ago, that looked pretty nice at Wally World,of all places.

A Perfect Setting said...

Hi Marlis, this is just darling!! I so love the tablecloth and those Nutcracker plates sent me over the edge! You have a wonderful collection!!

Unknown said...

You have a lovely collection of nutcrackers! I love the tablecloth and your dishes. What a fun table to sit at during the holday season.
Thank you for sharing.
Blessings My Friend,

Kuby said...

What a beautiful fun table! Love the nutcrackers and the plaid plates. It is delightful

Michelle @ Sweet Something Design said...

Hi Marlis!
What a wonderful table! I love nutcrackers and they are perfect with plaid, great job!

Tea in Texas said...

You table of Nutcrackers is lovely and so great for your guy! The tablecloth and plates are just perfect together. Happy Tablescaping! Pam

Anonymous said...

Omigosh, what a fun table with, as always, every detail perfect. I don't have enough nutcrackers to call them a collection....I should send them to you.

Susan Nowell @ My Place to Yours said...

I don't own any nutcrackers, but I love them. Thanks for sharing yours!

Zuni, Chickadee Home Nest said...

Hi, Marlis. I'm a bit behind in my blog visits...thank you so much for visiting me and commenting on not one, but two of my posts! And your visits brought me back to you and your absolutely darling nutcracker tablescape. Both plates are beautiful, and they make a great, great holiday setting. Oh, and the tablecloth--how perfect is that? Wonder which was your inspiration, the plates or the tablecloth? :) I'm following you now. Glad I checked; for some reason I hadn't done that, but thought I had. Good to follow you! Merry Christmas to you and yours. ~Zuni

Debbie said...

Marlis, I love this one! My favorite part is the way the plaid looks against the nutcracker plate. It's just perfect. I also love those red bubble glasses.

Your nutcrackers are wonderful. My sister collects them. I need to send her this way.

Sorry to be so late getting around. I am having major stupid computer issues. UGH.

Tammy at Tammy Loves Dishes said...

Your new tablecloth is the perfect backdrop for this beautiful table! The plaid plates frame the nutcracker plates very nicely. I just love the nutcracker collection; they are all so interesting.

What a fun table at which to celebrate with friends and family!

All The Pretty Dishes said...

This is a wonderful tablescape! The plates are really great!

Unknown said...

Lovely table! love those plates!Thanks for sharing Joann

we three dogs and me said...

Sorry due to illness have not been commenting so catching up. Your tablescape is absolutly fabulous love all your nut crackers.

swedecollection said...

Marlis, Sorry I'm so late looking at last Thursday's posts. I've been out of town so didn't do one. This is the most creative theme on nutcrackers I have ever seen - ever. Love the tablecloth [congrats on getting it on sale] and the plaid plates. It is so hard to do a table for guys, but you knocked it out of the park. You always inspire me and give me great ideas.

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