Robin Flies South...

A blog about decorating and tablescaping with an emphasis on creativity and smart shopping over cash!

Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Fabulous Fruit

Last week was all about greens and browns in my Tropical Destination tablescape but this week it's bright colors and fruit.  Lots of fruit.  Fruit on the placemats.  Fruit on the napkins.  Fruit in the centerpiece and even fruit napkin rings.  This table reminds me of the 50's and all the great vintage tablecoths with fruit on them but there's something more contemporary about it too. 














So where did it all come from???

Placemats and matching napkins.....Domestications
Glasses.....Dollar Tree
Flatware.....BJ's Wholesale Club
Chargers.....Pier One bought at Goodwill and painted by me
Dinner Plates.....Dollar Tree
Salad Plates.....Ross
Napkin Rings.....Goodwill
Tray.....Villeroy and Boch Outlet
Pitcher.....Ross
Lantern.....Ross
Fruit and Faux Flowers.....Dollar Tree, Goodwill, Walmart

 
"Don't be afraid to go out on a limb.  It's where all the fruit is." 
Shirley MacLaine

 
My fruit will be making things sweeter at the following parties...

Let's Dish at Cuisine Kathleen
Tablescape Thursday at Between Naps on the Porch
Wow Us Wednesdays at Savvy Southern Style
What's It Wednesday at Ivy and Elephants
Open House Party at No Mininalist Here
Centerpiece Wednesday at The Style Sisters








21 comments:

allisamazing said...

I just love all the bright colors on your fruity table :)

PAT said...

I love the colors of your gorgeous table!

Sarah said...

What a fun, colorful table. This one makes me smile!

Aledia said...

What a fun tablescape! Love the colors and your place mats & napkins are so pretty! Very lovely centerpiece as well!

Have a wonderful night!
(hugs)
Aledia @ Plum Perfect

Marlis said...

A fun fruity table.. Love that you painted the chargers! They look fabulous. Loving the striped plates too. That is a wonderful centerpiece.. Great job.. so fresh and fruity... xo marlis

Mary said...

What a bright & festive table! Your centerpiece is a fun mix of elements! I love Shirley MacLaine's quote :)

Jocelyn said...

WOW love the punch of color!! Beautiful table setting.

Jocelyn @
http://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com

Nicole said...

That is all so lovely and cheerful. I love the nice bright colors!

the cape on the corner said...

whoa! what a fun, fruity, and vibrant tablescape!

Tricia said...

Robin, this is so cute! Great idea, to pile fruit in a tray to continue the theme set by those fabulous placemats and napkins! Your table looks so summery!

Elaine said...

WOW!!! You finally found a way to brighten up your kitchen dining area! Everything is so fun and cheerful! LOVE the centerpiece--complements the place settings perfectly!

Alycia Nichols said...

Oooh, you're right...it DOES kind of take me back to the 60s while keeping a solid foothold in the new century! ;-) It's a very chic retro look!!! Carmen Miranda and the Fruit of the Loom guys would be humbled! :-) Have a great weekend!

Entertaining Women said...

Such fun. Great design concept on your centerpiece. Amazing look created from amazing bargains. Thanks for inviting us for a peak. Cherry Kay

Gina said...

Such a fun & colorful table. It's a feast for the eyes! I love the placemats & napkins.

Marigene said...

Gorgeous...love all the bright colors! Love the linens.

Kathleen said...

Rootie Tootie, that's fresh and fruity!
Love it! Napkin rings are so cute!
Retro and yes, modern too!
Let's see, veggies, now fruit, will next week be meat?
Gaga will go gaga over it if you do! :)
Thanks for linking to Let's Dish!

xinex said...

Your table is not only beautiful, it's delicious too. It looks so happy and cheerful....Christine

My Dream Canvas said...

Beautiful tablescape!!

momto8 said...

gorgeous...love the colors!

Kathleen said...

Where have you been? I hope all is well!

Kathleen said...

Happy Thanksgiving, Robin. We miss you!