This is a reprise of a midsummer table from last year, I see it was as hot then as it is now! I hope you enjoy it for the first OR second time!
Hot days and humid nights. The weather tells me we are in the middle of summer! The heat these days chases me indoors but a relaxed late evening dinner al fresco is often doable. Just keep it fun and VERY simple! It is too hot to fuss!
The inspiration for this Midsummer's table were these fabulous zinnias. My favorite summer flower. They are so colorful, happy and sassy! I planted zinnias late this year so they are not this magnificent. These beauties came from Myers Farm Produce. See pictures and a write up about this beautiful and delightful family owned farm in my Foodie Friday post.
Using a tablecloth with a brightly colored pattern compliments the colors in the centerpiece and fills up a lot of empty space on the table. This is NOT a serene table. I want it to be flirty and hot just like the evening breeze.
Because the tablecloth is so busy each place setting is kept rather plain. A simple rattan charger~ I felt that the table needed a darker natural element to ground it~ a deep aqua blue dinner plate and a citron green salad plate. (It was not hard to restrain myself from stacking plates in my usual fashion. It was soooooo hot during set-up that I was happy to not have to lug heavy plates outdoors!)
Bamboo flatware continue the easy breezy feel.
Coral and lime green napkins caught up in a deep coral flower napkin ring are casually placed on top of the plates. No fancy napkin folding, they would have wilted too!
Icy libations are on the menu tonight! The stylized turquoise flower in these sublime margarita glasses echo the floral theme. They are just so fun!
The pedestal centerpiece is the same color and pattern as the dinner plate, picking up the deep aqua in the tablecloth.
I fashioned an arrangement using zinnias, marigolds, hydrangea, snapdragons and a little of this and that from my garden. The zinnias are the true stars!
Little paper lanterns bring the fun with them to this table!
The lanterns are staggered in height. Glass cylinders holding orange swirl margarita glasses are used as pedestals.
These radiant lanterns are battery operated! They also have a handle and hook for hanging! They just might become my go-to outdoor summer accessory!
As day turns into evening....
And the last remains of the day fade...
We dine amid lanterns and fire flies!
The Menu
Panzanella Salad ~ Recipe to be posted for Foodie Friday
Lobster Salad In Puffed Pastry Cups On Buttercrunch Lettuce
Sweet Homemade Pickles
Homemade Peach Ice cream
Margaritas
Iced Coffee
I am participating in TABLESCAPE THURSDAY at Between Naps On The Porch.
WOW..the flowers are gorgeous! And the little lanterns add that element of fun, just great! :D
ReplyDeleteI too love zinnias!! where did you find the battery operated lanterns? love them -- Beautiful post.
ReplyDeleteI have some of those lanterns!! Was wondering how I should use them, think I will borrow this idea for my family. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteYour table setting looks amazing! The lanterns are so fun and playful. I bought some for my daughters birthday party...I may have to bring them outside now! And lastly but certainly not least...your flowers are incredible and the menu sounds devine. Cheers, Stacey
ReplyDeleteLove your double napkins!
ReplyDelete(as well as the rest)
What a bright and cheerful table! Love the complete setting. The homemade Peach Ice cream sounds delicious!
ReplyDelete~Tracy
This table is so festive and summery! I love it Yvonne!
ReplyDeleteBut then again, I love everything you do!
I wasn't going to do a table this week, but then I realized it's BNOTP's 100th week, so now I have to come up with something! haha. Wish me luck!
PS: Your menu sounds yummy!
The table looks gorgeous...Kathy
ReplyDeleteYvonne, I'm with you on the zinnias for summer. These cheerful colorful blooms shout summer. Love the way you added the other flowers to fill in. It all looks fabulous in the aqua pedestal bowl and the lantern glow. A lovely table all around! You always make this look so effortless, but I know how much time and energy you give to these posts. I appreciate it every time I visit. ~ sarah
ReplyDeleteBeautiful setting as always, Yvonne. Your tables are always a delight to look at and enjoy. I love those lanterns. I was wondering how they were lit and then you said they are battery operated. May I ask where you found them? I don't do too many tablescapes, but have a post ready for this 100th celebration.
ReplyDeleteSimply gorgeous! You never disappoint! And the color combo is one of my absolute favorites! Love the aqua, green, and pink, it's so refreshing!
ReplyDeleteKat :)
I LOVE the bright and beautiful colors. And I NEED some of those lanterns. Did you say where you got them? I'll have to go back and check. Mahhhvelous dahling!
ReplyDeleteA very happy jazzy table. Love the tablecloth...bright and pretty. I think the zinnias are the best flower, so colorful and sweet. Love the arrangement and those lanterns are adorable.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty Yvonne! I LOVE that tablecloth, and the napkin rings are too cute! My zinnias are happy this year, always nice to have a bouquet on the table! Enjoy:@)
ReplyDeleteLove this table. I like the dark pink and aqua colors you used. The menu sounds amazing too! Where did you get the lanterns? What a great idea to make them battery operated!
ReplyDeleteBTW-it was Art Teacher girl not the bitty one that was having the birthday. Of course the bitty one does think that every day is HER birthday!
I love zinnias too. They are the epitome of summer flowers. The bright and cheery colors just make your table, along with all of your attention to detail, despite the heat and despite you stacking lots of plates! ;-) It's absolutely gorgeous. I for one would be more than happy to sweat it out at a table like this! ;-)
ReplyDeleteNancy
I love zinnias too! I love the bright, fun colors of this table; the tablecloth is gorgeous and matches everything so perfectly!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!!!!
Oh what color!!!!! I am envious of your photography skills, I would love to buy a new camera one day, would you email me and let me know what you use???
ReplyDeleteThose zinnias are gorgeous, they are such happy little flowers. Your table is so nice and cheery with all the colors...that tablecloth is really perfect for a summer table. Cute little Japanese lanterns, too. It is always a treat to open your TT post each week, Yvonne!
ReplyDeleteBonjour Yvonne,
ReplyDeleteThis table is "flirty"! Never thought of a table setting in that way, but you are exactly right. The zinnias are so pretty and shout summertime. The lanterns are a fabulous detail. How lucky to dine al fresco at that table!
Try to stay cool my friend. Hope all is well!!
A bientôt,
Mimi
What a fun table! The zinnias are an absolutely perfect backdrop and tablecloth is so bright and pretty! Well done, Friend.:)
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful colors, love the paper lanterns!
ReplyDeleteHugs
Charo
Lovely!
ReplyDeleteJust Lovely!
I enjoyed how the first photos were of daylight and as I scrolled down day turned into night.
I almost felt like I was there...
The colors are AMAZING!
The menu sounds wonderful!
GREAT Post!!!
I can't help but to smile when I look at the pictures of your table! Everything about it is so happy and cheery! And the flowers arrangement is the perfect centerpiece. Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteLove the lanterns!!
ReplyDeleteOoooh, Yvonne, that is my favorite tablescape so far. I love the colors. I can just imagine dinner among the crickets chirping and fireflies blinking. Carla
ReplyDeleteLove your tablecloth and your dishes, lanterns and the beautiful flowers are all so pretty and cheerful. Such a happy and beautiful table. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteBrilliant and beautiful. I can just see Oberon and Titania and that imp, Puck, cavorting about entertaining the diners. How I would love to be there!
ReplyDeleteBest,
Bonnie
Yvonne, what a beautiful summer party table. I love those lanterns very much, they seem so light and happy. And the Zinnias are such bright colorfull flowers. That all looks so nice.
ReplyDeleteGreetings, Johanna
Yvonne, this is so fun and cheerful! Just what I needed today- our tablescape will be VERY simple this week- it's been a looooong week :)
ReplyDeleteI love the lanterns and always keep a supply on hand for summer dinners- just perfect!!
xoxo Pattie
Hi Yvonne,
ReplyDeleteI just love your tablescape. Everything is just perfect from the cheerful Zinnias to the beautiful colored laterns!
I would love for you to visit my blog. I began a new feature called my favorite blog and I featured your blog today. I'm so happy that I have found you. Your blog is so insprational and your photographs are so lovely. Thank you for sharing a piece of your world with all of us to enjoy.
xx
Karen
The more tables of yours that I see, the more I want to come over for dinner. Dinner parties with you must be so much fun! - www.delightfulcountrycookin.com
ReplyDeleteoh FUN FUN FUN FUN FUN! i adore your style, i get so excited when you do a new post, i settle deep in the chair and wait for the magic to unfold and you have never ever disappointed! i love the lanterns and zinnias, stars are born, thank heavens you share! love it all, so vibrant and fun, thanks for always making me smile, living pretty is an art and you are the master~
ReplyDeleteEverything looks gorgeous! I have no inclination to dine out in this heat we're having...I admire you. I love the colors and it looks so festive. Menu sounds intriguing...thanks so much for sharing your lovely table.
ReplyDeleteBrightest blessings,
Pat
Happy 100th week of BNOTP's TT to you as I assume you'll be joining up with yet another fantastic example of YOUR talents! The floral centerpiece is breathtaking and you have coordinated everything else with it and the tablecloth so perfectly! I often shy away from printed tablecloths because I find them hard to "work" with but you have shown how the more simple/plain accessories work well with a "busy" pattern. Love it all!
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Yvonne, write a book!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty! I just love the colors you chose, they seem so refreshing! Your zinnia's are gorgeous! Stunning actually! Love the laterns and the night photos too! Happy 100th TT Anniversary!
ReplyDeleteHi Yvonne
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful tablescape. I love the colors of the china and the beautiful zinnias anb the lovely fabric of the tablecloth. Everything is simply beautiful.
As always, this table is enchanting. I think it fulfills the Midsummer Night's theme perfectly. I feel the same about BNOTP. I read it every week like a little kid with my nose stuck up to a window.
ReplyDeleteYvonne, what a riot of rainbow colors you've created!! Its just BEAUTIFUL!!
ReplyDeleteI laughed out loud when I saw that you had used Chinese paper lanterns, too. We must be related somehow (I WISH!!)
Wonderful tribute to our sweet hostess, too.
fondly,
Rett
That looks lovely, Yvonne. The colors of the zinnia are wonderful and you have wrapped them into your table!
ReplyDeleteLove the lanterns too! A sweet touch of whimsy!
Hi Yvonne, your table scape is so magazine worthy....really it is! I love the color scheme. I recalled when you did your test blog way back when...when I first started blogging, I was your tester I think....now look at you over 700 followers later.....I guess no wonder I never saw you again you have been busy!!~:) Debbie
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love the paper lanterns and the fresh flowers. Very pretty!
ReplyDeleteYvonne,
ReplyDeleteYou always have the most special tables. I am always inspired.
Cynthia
Yvonne, thanks for stopping by. I love your lanterns and your table and your napkin rings and the glasses and the table cloth and and and.. its' charming and happy and so inviting. I have got to go get some of those lanterns.. Thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteI love the colors of your tablescape..they are so bright and cheerful. Zinnias are one of my favorite flowers. Yours are beautiful...but the lanterns were perfect! I need to find some of those.
ReplyDeleteWhat a marvelous bright and colorful tablescape! The centerpiece is so beautiful! Zinnias remind me of my mother, she always grew them.
ReplyDeleteKatherine
Well, I am so glad that you started your blog, because I read all of your posts! I am still wanting to go back and read past posts, but with three little kids, I haven't found the time yet! Maybe soon or when school starts! I am glad that Susan inspired you, because you inspire so many others...I tell so many of my friends, who don't even blog, to check out your beautiful site...it is a treat! I am so sad not to participate in BNOP's 100 tablescape...we were out of town all week, but I will certainly check out the posts! Take care! Christie at www.threepixielane.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteYou never disappoint us with your tablescapes! Spectaacularrr! Love it all!
ReplyDeleteKarin
Beautiful flowers! I love the way the cloth and the bamboo balance each other. So casual and lovely to look at. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThis one is going in my resource file! You have created an amazingly wonderful tablescape. The colors are spectacular, and I adore the Japanese lanterns...most effective use of these that I've ever seen. Thank you for sharing your design. I'm headed to become one of your followers. Cherry Kay
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, just beautiful. I love the flowers, the colors are fantastic and you arranged them beautifully. Of course the rest of the table is just as nice, I always enjoy my visits to your blog.
ReplyDelete{I'm excited that I have your silverware, now if I just had a little of your talent:-) }
The lovely colors on your table is enough to freshen the outdoor temperature, Yvonne. Everything is so pretty. The use of the paper lanterns is such a good idea....Christine
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun collection of bright and fun colors. I love the blues paired with the other colors. The lanterns are so fun. I haven't heard of battery operated ones. That looks like a young fun table that guests would be talking about for a long time.
ReplyDeleteWhat a feast for the eyes~ your zinnias, tablecloth & lanterns are show stopping gorgeous...I think I could completely forget about the heat, especially with an icy libation!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the inspiration & joy you provide each week :-)
As usual, your table is fabulous Yvonne! My idea of
ReplyDelete"not fussing" as you say is paper plates! You are a very good hostess to do this in the heat! The hot colors in your centerpiece are so perfectly balanced by the blue and green in the dishes. And using that table cloth was a great idea. I always have trouble with patterned cloths! Last night as I was about to post our power went out and I lost part of my post, and I am just getting around to everyone now! Stay cool if you can! Linda
You're right, those zinnias are the star of the show!!! They are SO beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThe whole table setting is lovely. And that menu, DELISH!!
As I've said before, I positively LOVE your blog. It is truly one of my favorites. I am adding your button to my blog.
Have a wonderful day,
Patti (Fill My Cup with Beauty)
Dear girl, I think this is by far my favorite tablescape that you have done! My favorite flowers of the summer are zinnias too, all the hot pinks and oranges just Zing! I love the little touches of aqua here and there to cool it all off too. You are one talented lady and thanks so much for sharing your talents with the rest of us.
ReplyDeleteYvonne, this table is just spectacular! Nothing simple about it! Zinnias are my favorites, too, and you have highlighted your beautiful arrangement perfectly with the floral cloth and colorful lanterns. Just breath-taking! Thank you for commenting on my table this week!
ReplyDeleteOh, what a lovely table! I always struggle with patterned linens and I feel so inspired by your post. The colors are so fresh and summery. Your flowers are wonderful. Love those lanterns. You are truly an tablescape artist!
ReplyDeleteThe colors on your table are breathtaking. I love the flower arrangement and how you've added the lanterns. The whole picture is beautiful. I always look forward to your menus too. Thanks so much for all the ideas!
ReplyDeleteYvonne, your zinnia table was a joy to look at! You have so many colors going on and they all work so well together! The paper lanterns just top it off! Joni
ReplyDeleteWhat a happy table! I just love the colors! Your centerpiece is so beautiful! I love your tablecloth too! Thank you for sharing...
ReplyDeleteYour tablescape and photos are stunning Yvonne. Those gorgeous, colorful zinnias and little lanterns create a magical scene. Despite the heat it would be a joy to sit at your table.
ReplyDeleteOhhh, Yvonne, this is one of my favorites. Loving the pink flowers with the staggered lanterns...just so so pretty for a summer's day. I save your posts in my inspiration file...you have your own "YVONNE" folder. I have a new baby granddaughter, born 1 hour ago, you are the 1st to know. Sending love....
ReplyDeleteLOVE the flowers! I have all of those flowers in my garden, but I am not that great at arranging them. You should do a tutorial on creating that center piece. It is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteOh how I love your tablescape.. It is beautiful. The Lord has given you a real talent for entertaining. You are truly that Proverb Woman, in the Bible. Love the colors. Always love your Blog and your recipes. So does my husband, son and his family.. Your Taco Soup(I know don't mention soup in this heat)is a favorite of theirs. Question: Where did you get those sweet lanterns..I live in Culpeper, VA - so we are a long distance neighbor..lol. God Bless and try to stay cool.
ReplyDeletePhyllis
Yvonne, you have got to be TT's best blogger of all times. I am yet to see one of your tablescapes where it wasn't by far the prettiest one on the list!!!!
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love it! I'm all about color girlfriend, and you have it going on here. I want the lanterns...where do I find them? If it ever cools off I'm having an outdoor dinner party and I need those lanterns. Of course I love the flowers and all the color is so summer and so much fun! This is one of your best!
ReplyDeleteOh to have your talent, Ms. Yvonne! I always love coming to see your latest tablescape. Two things we have in common ~~ I adore zinnias AND I believe I have those pretty napkin rings. Mine are from Pier 1~~ yours too?
ReplyDeleteThanks once again for more inspiration. You are a true talent.
Fondly,
Donna
OOO, I keep staring at all this...it is just STUNNING. Your photos are so beautiful...love everything..the lanterns are so adorable...and the flowers!! Magnificent!!
ReplyDeleteOh, and here, in the middle of the day, I made your breadstick cinnamon rolls and Mr. Sweet and I are about to make ourselves SICK...these are WONDERFUL, girl. No waiting for rising or anything. Great balls of fire..they are delicious. I am on my way to the store to buy fresh oranges to squeeze into the icing...taking a pan of them over to a friend that's down.
Thanks so much for this "recipe"..:)
xo bj
Beautiful tablescape! I too love the lanterns and would like to know where you found those. I love that the lights are battery operated. Everything was just perfect, and the menu sounds worth lingering long past sunset.
ReplyDeleteI just love your colorful table! The paper lanterns are just perfect!
ReplyDeleteDonna
Gorgeous! Love how you arranged those floral beauties in the pedastal bowl. Your tablecloth is fabulous. This tablescape is charming.
ReplyDeleteAll the Best,
Requi
Gorgeous! Love how you arranged those floral beauties in the pedastal bowl. Your tablecloth is fabulous. This tablescape is charming.
ReplyDeleteAll the Best,
Requi
I LOVE this table setting! Such pretty, bright summery colors - the tablecloth is perfect with your beautiful floral arrangement, and I love the idea of the paper lanters on the table. laurie
ReplyDeleteYvonne,
ReplyDeleteDo you ever sleep? Well you must because you dreamed this one up! It is absolutely the most gorgeous table I have ever seen. I'm starting a new feature next week and will link back to you! You could be a rich event planner, but thanks for sharing with all your blog fans like me! Love the flowers and lanterns!
Oh how pretty this is! Love your lanterns and the colors --- oh my! Those wonderful colors -- you've blended and picked up such a wonderful array -- the cloth is lovely, the dishes are wonderful -- everything looks like a dining delight!
ReplyDeleteHi Yvonne! This is sooo beautiful! I'm crazy in love with those lanterns! Your tablescape is sooo perfect for a summer evening of dining. I love all the fabulous color! Thank you so much for those kind words. I'm just honored to have met you and to have the opportunity to feast on your amazing talent! Here's to another 100 Tablescape Thursdays! :)
ReplyDeleteYour table is spectacular! You are a great designer in all aspects of your blog posts. I especially like your perky font and color changes. Your personality shines through so beautifully. Your tribute to Susan was so touching.
ReplyDeleteOh Yvonne! I JUST got home from a week at the beach (HOT down there too)!!!! I just had to go to Susan's 100th party to see her celebration table and then YOURS is the FIRST table I came over too. I do that every week! This one is spectacular! I adote those lanterns! Everything looks so refreshing in this hot weather! Your centerpiece is magnificent! Thanks for sharing your amazing talents. OH! I made the breadstick buns at the beach for the girls (6 of us went) and they LOOOOVED them! Thanks so much for that too! Stay cool:):) XO, Pinky
ReplyDeleteWonderous table. So full of life and color!I have been eyeing those glasses at Pier 1, but have resisted so far!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to seeing you at Summer Sundays.
- The Tablescaper
"Sassy" the perfect word for Zinneas! You just out-do yourself each time you post! I am amazed at all your talent!
ReplyDeleteI love it all!
Mary
From Virginia
p.s. I just from visiting with our friends in the Lititz-Manheim area.
WHERE can I find the lanterns? I'd like to use some this summer. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI loved it the first time and still do!!!!!!!!!! The zinnias are so gorgeous, I wish I could grow them! LOVE the lanterns and of course, the setting! You are the best my friend!!!! XO, Pinky
ReplyDeleteI sure hope I didn't miss the pictures of your new kitchen. I have eagerly been waiting for the big reveal.
ReplyDeleteYour table is beautiful as always, the colors are simply divine.
Mary L
Gorgeous, gorgeous!! The zinnias are stunning and you're right, they're a beautiful summer flower! I love your fabulous tablescape, the colors are wonderful and the paper chinese lanterns are terrific! Hugs, FABBY
ReplyDeleteEverything in this post literally shouts to me to hop in my convertible and drive at a fast speed directly to your home and just sit in one of the chairs and inhale!!!! Can I?????
ReplyDeleteLove your cheerful summer table, love the colors and the beautiful paper lanterns!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty!
Hugs
Charo
i adored this the first time, one of my favorite tables of yours.. but then again i bet i could say that about ALL you do!
ReplyDeleteIt is simply gorgeous! You are truely one gifted lady, Yvonne.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing so graciously always.
Shel x
Your tablescapes and the photos of them always take my breath away and this week is no exception. I love these summer colors. I am in love with those napkin holders!
ReplyDeleteOh
ReplyDeleteYvonne, every time I see one of your stunning tablescapes, I want to make matching cookies! I could see darling little zinnia cookies as favors. Wish you lived next door...
Hugs,
Lisa
ps. I think I posted my black and whites two weeks in a row by accident - sorry :(
My, you have outdone yourself this time around. Seeing your reference to midsummer makes me wonder what is happening to the time.
ReplyDeleteYou succeeded!!! Both flirty and sassy!!!!! Beautiful and fun!!!! For sure a summer pick me up!!
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure that I can come up with another glowing adjective to describe this table! It is so full of joy and life!!! The zinnias are so healthy! It's so hot here I can't even grow weeds!!! :-) Beautiful, Yvonne!!!
ReplyDeleteStill love it, such great colors!
ReplyDeleteSTUNNING!
ReplyDeleteA reprise of zinnias is ALWAYS fine with me! I missed this table the first time anyway, so it's a real treat. So cheerful! The rattan chargers were exactly the right choice, too.
ReplyDeleteStop by if you get a chance. I'm celebrating my first year of blogging with a Vintage Linen & Dish Auction ... going on now!
Yvonne:
ReplyDeleteI LOVE this table!!!! It is so vibrant and full of life. You couldn't have complimented the zinnias better.
- The Tablescaper