Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Simple Changes.... a whole new look


For a mere $1.99 I changed this. . . .

in to this. . . .

Wanna see how?

First, I cleared the table.... added a tablecloth and flipped the tablemats over from green to brown!

then I added the candlesticks back, and placed pumpkins (from our garden!) on top of them

next I added my lovely new birdcage in the center and some silk fall leaves (that I took from the tops of my kitchen cabinets where I had just placed them for my fall decor)

What? you want to see a close up of the pretty birdcage (last one in Target for $16, I bought a few weeks ago), oh ok


after that, I added back the plates, flatware and glasses from last weeks tablescape

and then for added affect I placed the new napkins from a few weeks ago, under the plates

not forgetting a few pretty votives too. Now, this tablescape as seen above cost me $0 (I don't count the cost of the new birdcage because I bought that a few weeks ago without thinking of tablescapes). So what cost me $1.99?

New napkin rings, from Goodwill

I bought these this week (a set of 6) with the intention of using them on a tablescape ONCE I painted them black! But I thought I would add them to this table so I could place the yellow napkins back on the plates.

I love how this turned out. I think Imay leave this table set for a week or two until I can invite my inlaws over for dinner (not til next week because they will be out of town this weekend).

Enjoy the rest of the pictures. . . . I'm off to check out all the other lovely Tablescapes at Susan's blog :-)













27 comments:

Donna said...

I loved the way you did this post.
Very interesting. Great switch.

Sue said...

I really loved the picture of the table against the terra cotta wall... very beautiful! You truly have a gift my friend!! Glad you're having so much fun on your Thursday adventures - lol It would totally stress me out doing this every week - lol (the pressure of it all!!)

Love you xo

Deanna said...

I really like the little pumpkins on the stands! This is a great idea.
This is a warm and inviting table you have set.
Autumn Blessings,
d from homehaven

Marigene said...

Very nice fall table.

Lorrie said...

A great switch-a-roo!

niartist said...

Ooooo! This is great! You've given me all sorts of ideas - but the pumpkins on the candle holders - that one I'm borrowing for sure! Thanks for sharing! Come by and check out my giveaway - I think you'll like them! :)

Mid-Atlantic Martha said...

Oh pretty -- and a completely different look! Presto- chango!

Tammy said...

Very pretty, Denise! I will have to take notes. Someday I would like to do what you do with my table. It looks so elegant. Have a great Thursday sweetie. Big hugs!

"Blossom" said...

Great show and tell.

Signing Out said...

Denise, that's quite a transformation! It's amazing how table linens and accessories can really change the look of a tablescape. You've inspired me!

Jane

Sarah said...

Denise, you are a clever one. I like the way you shared the details of the change over. Both tables are so inviting. Your family is fortunate to have such a talented mom who enjoys setting the stage for a lovely meal. Don't you just love our rain? ~ Sarah

Cass @ That Old House said...

This is terrific -- I really enjoyed watching the step by step transformation. Wonderful autumn table.
Cass

xinex said...

Pretty birdcase. Actually, pretty everything on the table, love the warm colors of fall!!...Christine

Bill said...

Hi Denise,
This was so cleverly done! I liked seeing the step-by-step images. You really achieved two quite different looks by making subtle (and cost-effective!) changes.

The napkin rings added the perfect touch!

Bill

Mary Bergfeld said...

What a warm and welcoming table you've set for us. I loved watching the transformation of your table from summer to fall. That was a clever idea. I hope you are having a wonderful day.

Brenda Pruitt said...

Fantastic! You did yourself proud, girl! On the cheap, cute as can be, and what a transformation!
Brenda

Fifi Flowers said...

Love watching the transformation... FUN!

Tracey said...

Absolutely beautiful and so cozy and elegant looking! ((BIG HUGS))

Darylynn said...

Ms Martha Stewart! Great job and I always love your before and after photos! (((Hugz)))

Julie said...

Hi Denise,Absolutely beautiful ...Love Love Love the birdcage...
xoxo
Julie

Danna said...

Wow... I love how you did this and how you showed it to us. Very imaginative! HUGS

nenna said...

Wow Denise I just love this table setting and I can just picture me and Horhay sitting there on a lovely hot evening with you,can't wait , not sure when but I know we'll be back one day.Sis you have a gift and my only wish is to be there with you to share it but doing this on your blog for me is the next best thing. Love and Miss you always. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Mikki said...

Another BEAUTIFUL table setting!
Wish you could just pop over and do my house..LOL!!

Jessica said...

Adorable tablescape....don't you love using things from the garden! ")

Rettabug said...

What an amazing transformation!
What a cost saving method, too!

I'd like to try doing something similar very soon. Thanks for the idea. :)

Gail said...

Hi Denise,

Love your fall tablescape. Very creative with the use of your own pumpkins....love that idea. Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving such a sweet comment. Unfortunately, I don't have a tutorial on making the pumpkins topiaries. If you like I could write it up and email it to you.

Gail

Michelle K said...

Great fall transformation to the table. Nice job!