So... last Saturday we hosted a casual dinner party for some of our closest friends who we don't see nearly enough. The menu was simple and intended to warm our wintery spirits: gourmet chili (a unique version with dill and lemon), homemade cornbread, sausage stuffed french loaves, and salad. The chili was delish - so much that a friend took home a doggy bag. I hope he's not too embarrased if he reads this!
Helping my sister register at Crate and Barrel for her wedding inspired me to set a smashing table. I adore the versatility of white dishes. With the help of new linens from Crate and Barrel and placemats from World Market, I was pleased with the result. The contrast of the brown placemats, salad bowls, and dark chairs against the white dinnerware and the mist tablecloth and napkins give me a feeling of balance and peace. If only I had a little more balance and peace in real life.
Oh yeah, here's what I don't like about entertaining. Ironing! It took forever to iron the tablecloth. And each napkin came out of the dryer like a shriveld up raisin. I spent at least an hour ironing. Next time, they go to the cleaners to be pressed.
6 comments:
How fun Julie!! And yes with little tornadoes...I forgot what a quiet dinner and a table set like that looks like too...LOL :) Looks Gorgeous!!
Beautiful table setting Julie and I love the way you photographed it.
Thanks Hayley and Ali! This table is usually buried in photography orders and packaging, so I had to excavate before I could even set the table. It's nice to have it back. But, I'm sure it'll be buried again soon.
You know, my napkins come right off the roll wrinkle free - lol. Beautiful table Julie. Sounds like a wonderful evening.
Beautiful plate setting Julie! These look like photos from a mag! Martha Stewart who? She aint' got nothing on you! :)
Oh Candy, you crack me up! Thanks Laura! You know, I'd love to have all you dear friends to dinner. And I don't iron for just anyone. ;)
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