Wednesday, November 4, 2009

An Outdoor Tablescape- Among The Fallen Leaves

AMONG THE FALLEN LEAVES:




I'm just a kid when it comes to colorful fallen leaves.  I like to play in them. But on this BEAUTIFUL fall day, I am doing it in a grown-up way.  The red maples are calling... Come romp! Setting a table al fresco, among the treasure of jewel-like leaves was a perfect way to play.








I found this little old table in my basement under all kinds of boxes.  It must have been there for years! I cannot remember where I got it. It might have been my grandmother's. It is perfect for outdoor use!













A burlap runner (Pottery Barn) continues the "earthy" feel of this tablescape.















The dishes are a mix of natural colors and elements.
















Acorn plates are perfect for the outdoor theme (Old Millhouse Shoppe)







Green "grape" plates with bronze rims  (HomeGoods) echo the pyrocantha and grass.




Golden Yellow plates add a splash of interest (Wegman's)




Large green "grape" dinner plates anchor the grouping












Bubble goblets are ready for a nice hearty burgandy wine!











The napkin is actually 2 napkins bunched together with a chololate colored satin ribbon and embellished with pyracantha and berries. Look for tutorial next week- very,very easy and can be done in many styles!













The centerpiece is an urn I am using on my Thanksgiving table, but it is making an early debut holding pyracantha, gourds and pumpkins.  The base of the urn echo it's contents. (Erma's Flowers, Quarryville Pa)















Because we are dining just before sunset, we need candlelight (really, any excuse for candles!). Brown stripped pillar candles repeat the color of the satin ribbon and some fallen leaves. The candles are set in green leaf dipping dishes.






A rusty- toned lantern on a crook gives extral ambiance.







Just before dinner!













For Menu see Weekly Menu 11-2 through 11-7-09. http://stonegable.blogspot.com/2009/11/sg-menu-for-nov-1-nov-7-2009.html


I am participating in Tablescape Thursday hosted by Susan @ Between Naps On The Porch. Thanks so much. Go see all the wonderful and creative tablescapes!













47 comments:

  1. susanNovember 4, 2009 at 8:30 PM

    Love the whole thing!! but I really love the pyracantha berries in the napkins and the burlap runner. Rustic and elegant!

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  2. MarthaNovember 4, 2009 at 9:17 PM

    A great table -- love an outdoor fall table! How great!

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  3. KammyNovember 4, 2009 at 9:27 PM

    Wow, very nice ! Love the setting and all the little touches !
    Kammy

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  4. Susan @ Oh My! CreativeNovember 4, 2009 at 9:34 PM

    It is all so lovely!

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  5. KathleenNovember 4, 2009 at 9:39 PM

    What a beautiful spot! The little table is just right. The setting is so full of earthy colors and textures!
    Great job!

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  6. Phyllis @Around the HouseNovember 4, 2009 at 9:44 PM

    I love the setting, how wonderful to be out in the open air with those beautiful leaves...I love the dishes, all the dishes and especially the acorns...The centerpiece is just so creative, love it...

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  7. AnonymousNovember 4, 2009 at 9:46 PM

    This is so beautiful!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  8. Dining DelightNovember 4, 2009 at 9:54 PM

    Words cannot express how impressed I am with this 'scape! The effort you put into it really comes across! The fact that you pulled out a table from your basement and how perfect it looks in that setting with the stools plus all the gorgeous dishes and accessories on the table surrounded by the natural outdoor landscape and leaves...it is all just breathtaking! I would love to sit there and have even just a hot chocolate let alone a meal. I LOVE THIS!!

    DD

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  9. SarahNovember 4, 2009 at 10:00 PM

    Thanks for sharing this fabulous setting with all the wonderful photos. The color, texture, and feel of this table for alfresco dining is sheer joy. I can't imagine a more perfect table for lunch outdoors in the fall. ~ Sarah

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  10. Mid-Atlantic MarthaNovember 4, 2009 at 10:07 PM

    This is a wonderful table among the leaves and pumpkins! I love fall tablescapes and this is just lovely on such a beautiful autumn day. That urn arrangement is stunning.

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  11. Yellow Rose ArborNovember 4, 2009 at 10:12 PM

    What a wonderful outdoor tablescape! Such a nice change from all the indoor TTs! The photography is beautiful! I really like the berries tucked into the napkins.

    Very creative!

    Katherine

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  12. Barb November 4, 2009 at 10:27 PM

    Yvonne. this is lovely....graceful, colorful, gorgeous!

    Barb ♥

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  13. SueNovember 4, 2009 at 10:37 PM

    You must have had such fun setting this up. I love the centerpiece. I can imagine sitting there, chatting over tea...it really is lovely.

    I don't know if I'm just in bad lighting or have old eyes, but I'm really having trouble reading your dark font against the brown background. Just thought you'd want to know.

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  14. SueNovember 4, 2009 at 10:39 PM

    Am I losing my mind? When I read this, it was all on chocolate brown. When I posted the comment it came up on a light background. What???

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  15. The Style SistersNovember 4, 2009 at 11:02 PM

    Stunning! Absolutely stunning. I love it all...the table, plates, napkins, napkin ring, burlap, runners, glassware, and of course the spectacular scenery!! Wow

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  16. Megan LeeNovember 4, 2009 at 11:21 PM

    Love love love your tablescape. I'm on the lookout for a burlap table runner myself. And those acorn plates are adorable.

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  17. nannykim/ spindle cottageNovember 4, 2009 at 11:30 PM

    YIKES!! THE pictures are gorgeous. Man just the table and the setting out of doors is AWESOME!! What a fantabulous job!!! it could be in country mag. JUST BEAUTIFUL!!!!

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  18. sherri@lavenderfieldsNovember 5, 2009 at 12:03 AM

    Beautiful little table! My hats off to you for taking it all outside. Not an easy task! Looks amazing! Happy TT and have a great week : )

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  19. food with styleNovember 5, 2009 at 1:10 AM

    be still my heart... it does not get any more magnificent then this is my eyes... i soooooooooooo love this!

    its as if you are speaking to my soul, your pics are just nourishing~

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  20. JulieNovember 5, 2009 at 1:41 AM

    What a beautiful spot to sit and talk and have lunch with a friend...
    xoxo
    Julie

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  21. UnknownNovember 5, 2009 at 6:14 AM

    What a wonderful setting for dinner. Everything was just perfect. Loved your napkins and the lantern was great. Thanks for visiting.
    Sandy

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  22. RettabugNovember 5, 2009 at 6:34 AM

    Yvonne, as soon as I clicked on this post & it opened, I said out loud "Oh MY!!" It is AWESOME, outside or in. I adore those little acorn plates & your arrangement of gourds in the centerpiece really says autumn beautifully.
    Burlap was the perfect choice for a table covering, too....and on such a special old table. Great choice!

    Most of all, I envy you all that wonderful open space!! (although I hope you had a cart to haul it all in & out with) LOL

    Oh & that hanging lantern makes the setting all that more special. OUTSTANDING TT!!!! *and photography, too*

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  23. AnonymousNovember 5, 2009 at 9:16 AM

    That is a perfect backdrop for your gorgeous table!! I really like the glassware and the dishes. The lantern adds something extra special to the tablescape.
    Susan

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  24. food with styleNovember 5, 2009 at 9:16 AM

    i had to come back for more...

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  25. Tammy518November 5, 2009 at 9:24 AM

    What a lovely spot for a bite to eat. Your fall table is gorgeous. I want those acorn plates! I've been looking everywhere for some.

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  26. MaryroseNovember 5, 2009 at 11:10 AM

    Hi Yvonne,
    I adore your fall leaf strewn tablescape. What a lovely place to dine and your dishes and table is so earthy yet so so pretty and elegant. Very pretty.
    Thanks for sharing
    Maryrose

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  27. UnknownNovember 5, 2009 at 11:16 AM

    I am in love with your gorgeous table. The scenery is perfect, the dishes are perfect, the urn with the gourds is perfect, the little shabby table is perfect, the burlap runner is perfect... you get my drift!

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  28. Dena PickleNovember 5, 2009 at 12:15 PM

    You've done it again! Absolutely spectacular!
    Dena

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  29. TerryNovember 5, 2009 at 12:29 PM

    Wow...I love the setting - I would love to join you out there! I grew up in Iowa, and I miss a view like this sometimes. Very pretty - every last inch of it!
    Terry in Milwaukee

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  30. PeggyNovember 5, 2009 at 1:07 PM

    FAntastic table! The colors and placement is fabulous. I couldn't get enough of looking at this great outdoor fall tablescape. Peggy from PA

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  31. UnknownNovember 5, 2009 at 1:56 PM

    Love your little table, Yvonne! Such a beautiful setting. Those little acorn dishes are precious.

    Blessings!
    Gail

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  32. DebbieNovember 5, 2009 at 4:06 PM

    Oh I could just imagine setting outside at your little table enjoying the fall smells and sights. This tablescape has to be one of my favorites.

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  33. CaroleNovember 5, 2009 at 4:35 PM

    Thanks for stopping by. Your photos are fabulous and I'm loving the whole outdoor tablescape. The burlap makes it homey and the color palette is perfect!
    xxx........C

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  34. The TablescaperNovember 5, 2009 at 5:06 PM

    Love it! It's rustic but elegant at the same time! Love that urn. Actually I love all of it!

    - The Tablescaper

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  35. dee deeNovember 5, 2009 at 9:01 PM

    What a beautiful tablescape! Your view form the table is so lovely and peaceful. The urn is to die for! Thanks for sharing... Dee Dee

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  36. JoNovember 5, 2009 at 10:33 PM

    Thanks for stopping by and commenting on my cake recipe. Some days its hard to believe my friend has been dead 6 yrs already. She was very much like a Mom to me. I always think of her at Thanksgiving when I make the recipe. I love your tablescape I wish I could be so talented. Every week I am in awe of what everyone does. Yours is just lovely

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  37. BarbaraNovember 6, 2009 at 12:07 AM

    Oh, Yvonne! What gifts you have been blessed with! I just sit in awe of your many talents! That tablescape/setting is too beautiful! My only disappointment is that I did not receive the dinner invitation. Was it lost in the mail? :)
    You inspire me by your blog postings and by teaching God's Word so winsomely.
    You bless my life!
    Barb H.

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  38. Anita DiazNovember 6, 2009 at 12:12 AM

    This is just gorgeous!! Every detail is perfect! I LOVE all the plates, and the color of the green is fabulous. The centerpiece is also fab and I would steal it of I had pyracantha! I used to! Thank you so much for visiting!

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  39. Natasha in OzNovember 6, 2009 at 3:49 AM

    Every week your posts just get better and better. I wish I could take photos like you. You have really captured the essence of a cool Fall afternoon with your colours, accessories and setting.
    Best wishes, Natasha.

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  40. GwendolynKayNovember 6, 2009 at 10:38 AM

    I would so love to sit at that table! You have done an outstanding job decorating it. Every little touch, and detail... It is stunning and gorgeous and beautiful... it should be featured in a magazine!
    Blessings!
    Gwen

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  41. MarshaNovember 6, 2009 at 2:19 PM

    This has to be one of my favorite tablescapes of all time. It being outdoors in a setting of rustling leaves is just the tops, I can almost smell them (one of my favorite scents of fall). Then the little white farm table, the urn & gourds and those BEAUTIFUL dishes...I so want to join you there. Fantastic post.

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  42. Lori ENovember 6, 2009 at 8:05 PM

    This makes me think of a dinner in a Tuscan vineyard. What a stunning table you have set. Just stunning.

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  43. AnonymousNovember 28, 2009 at 4:11 PM

    Absolutely lovely in every way! Love the acorn dishes and the green ones! Thank you for sharing.
    Toni

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  44. PinkyDecember 3, 2009 at 9:46 AM

    I LOVE this table setting! ADORE the acorn dishes! And the green leaf dishes as well! Now I know you must live nearby cause you mentioned Quarryville too! Please e-mail me at szpinky@aol.com if you will tell me what town you live in:) I am thinking we are neighbors! Pinky

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  45. Linda @ Life and LindaSeptember 14, 2010 at 8:07 PM

    Very rustic and charming. I love the whole idea of outside dining. You get to enjoy nature and use Nature's abundant joys. The lantern is wonderful. I really enjoyed your layering of plates. Very creative. Thanks for sharing. Enjoy Fall!

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  46. Norbridge AntiquesOctober 11, 2010 at 1:15 PM

    A gorgeous post. Thank you. I love the acorn dishes and all your details. What a pleasure to see.
    Kind regards.

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  47. Chari at Happy To DesignOctober 16, 2010 at 3:40 PM

    Hello Yvonne...

    My friend, I came over to your place this morning because I wanted to say thank you for your visit to my Autumn Enchantment table and mantel! Ohhh my...you made my day with your warm and generous compliments! I can't thank you enough, sweet lady!

    Anyway, I have been here ever since I first got here this morning! I have been enjoying going through all of your beautiful tables! Of course, I seen them when you first posted about them but I have sooo enjoyed looking again! When I look at your tables...I just savor each and every little detail!!! You are my most favorite tablescaper in all of blogland, Yvonne! I never miss your tablescapes! You are such a creative and talented lady, my friend! And...I am sooo glad that you share those talents with us through your fabulous blog!

    I just wanted to leave you a note on this beautiful autumn table! To me...it just sings what autumn is all about!!! It's true what they say about a picture painting a thousand words!!! Your spectacular photos do that!!! This table has the most perfect view...the autumn leaves laying about on the ground...the golden fields in the background...ahhh!!! Of course, your place settings are sooo pretty and sooo perfect! Ohhh...and I love, love, LOVE how you did the centerpiece with this beautiful table!!! Thank you sooo much for sharing your fabulous autumn table with us!!! This has been such a treat!!!

    Thank you again for your visit and sweet note, Yvonne! I really do appreciate your kind and generous words!!

    Warmest autumn wishes,
    Chari @Happy To Design

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