Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Simple Sassy Summer Table



When it's too hot or you are too busy to fuss the best thing to add to a simple table is a little touch of sass!

The dictionary defines sassy as: lively, bold, spirited, cheeky.


Today's table is simply set with great, yet inexpensive dishes in a brilliant aqua and white. A little bit of black and white is added for a sassy fresh look! 

I wanted to set a quick and simple table using everyday things that would still be fun, inviting and have a little WOW factor even though it was "fuss free".





 Easy breezy straw mats (Bed, Bath And Beyond) in a deep aqua define each place. They are topped by a white chargers (HomeGoods) aqua and white floral dishes (HomeGoods) and a black and white checked plates. These dishes were sooooo inexpensive! The dinner plates were $3.00 a piece and the small dishes were $5.00 for all 4! 






The aqua and white plates have a raised design that give it such textural interest! So pretty!



White ric-rac edged cotton napkins (Pier I) and black and white checked napkins work wonderfully together.  They are gathered up in white woven napkin rings.




Now this is SASS! Cute aqua daisies become part of the napkin ring!!!! The stems are pushed through the weaving in the napkin ring. Without water they will still last for hours.




Aqua bubble glasses (Bed Bath & Beyond) continue the "punch of color" theme!






My everyday coffee mugs (HomeGoods) sit on top of a small black and white floral accent plate.
Now that little plate has sass appeal!





The centerpiece is a white ironstone pitcher with 2 bunches of grocery store blooms in white, aqua and yellow. The pitcher sits on an iron base (Candle Barn). I have several of these bases. They come in handy as risers.







 I would usually pass these flowers up as tacky... but these brilliant aqua dyed daisies look great with this table. They go from tacky to sassy with the right elements!




This easy-to-set table is ready for an easy menu too!






The "No Fuss " Lunch Menu
Deli Pasta Salad With Add-Ins
Open Faced Tuna Melts On English Muffins
Assorted Deli Olives
Chocolate Brownie Parfaits
StoneGable Iced Tea


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56 comments:

  1. podsoAugust 17, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    Pretty, pretty! I love the aqua and it is a nice "splash" and different with the black and white!

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  3. The TablescaperAugust 17, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    Love the SASS! Perfect for summer.

    - The Tablescaper

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  4. Lana AustinAugust 17, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    Oh, I love me some SASS!!! I LOVE the aqua/B&W combo!
    Hugs/blessings,
    Lana In Italy

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  5. The TablescaperAugust 17, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    But I've got admit that it wasn't some fantastic table with a great view from your home in Maine. Do hope you'll be sharing some of those.

    - The Tablescaper

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  6. AnonymousAugust 17, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    What a fun table! I love the different patterns on the plates. I would love to have those black checkered ones. They are so very versatile! Great job!

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  7. a quiet lifeAugust 17, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    love the fresh bold look, fabulous as always!

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  8. Barbara F.August 17, 2011 at 6:53 PM

    Beautiful x ten, Yvonne. Love the color combo, the menu is perfect, and thank you for choosing to feature my mac & cheese Lorraine recipe from Rachael Ray! I am very honored. xo

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  9. Shannon @ Cozy Home ScenesAugust 17, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    Yvonne, the table looks great. I really like the aqua, black and white. The flowers are perfect for this setting.
    Shannon

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  10. Sonny GAugust 17, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    You've outdone yourself Yvonne and thats no easy feat.. That table setting is absolutely beautiful.
    Sonny ~ 155 Dream Lane

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  11. SewconsultAugust 17, 2011 at 7:03 PM

    What a fun and happy tablescape! I would love to dine at your table. I'll be right over... guess I'll need directions.
    Beckie in Brentwood, TN

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  12. PrimsueAugust 17, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS!

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  13. Barb @ The Everyday Home August 17, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    Just about the sassiest tablescape I have ever seen. I just adore it. I am amazed at your collection of dishes. I would love to come over and "play" with you one day. LOL

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  14. Tammy at Tammy Loves DishesAugust 17, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    Lovin' the SASS! These color combinations are just beautiful. What great buys you got on those aqua dishes, too. Fantastic tablescape and the menu sounds good, too.

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  15. The enchanted homeAugust 17, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    Sass with a lot of class!! When can I come over for lunch? Between your gorgeous table settings and fabulous menus, you are the ultimate hostess and have every detail covered!! This is so beautiful, so fresh and crisp and colorful...Mckenzie childs ish but like this better!!

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  16. Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and AcornsAugust 17, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    Wow, this looks great. I too pass on those flowers but now that I have seen what you do I may have to purchase some.

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  17. Rose H (UK)August 17, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    I'd NEVER have thought of adding the black Yvonne, super sassy! Looking great :o)

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  18. Bunny JeanAugust 17, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    You SASSY girl... that looks like a table with an attitude!

    I love tha aqua and black checks. It's just kind of...sassy.

    I know you have WAY over 500 followers and can't enter, but you can still come take a peek at the Bunny Hop Party links ;)

    xoxo Bunny Jean
    Wednesday Bunny Hop

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  19. KathleenAugust 17, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    Love the color combo! It is sassy for sure!

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  20. KathysueAugust 17, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    Yvonne I would say you do Sassy oh so well!!! What a fun table and I am sure your guest will oooh and aaaah!! Kathysue

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  21. Pamela GordonAugust 17, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    I absolutely love your sassy tablescape! Very very pretty.

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  22. suzyqAugust 17, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    Wow, what a great idea to add the b & w check to the aqua - just beautiful as always. Your tablescapes are the best of the best!
    Suzyq

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  23. Mid-Atlantic MarthaAugust 17, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    How pretty! Love your black and blue sassy table. Those dishes are just wonderful!

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  24. CathyAugust 17, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    I love it. I wish I had a room in the house to do in those colors. Beautiful..

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  25. MaureenAugust 17, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    Talk about no-fuss! This tablescape took some planning on your part to coordinate all these colors! It's beautiful, a feast for the eyes! It's fresh and sassy like you said. You are truly gifted and talented..Are you a stylist? If not, you should be! Love everything you write about. LIke someone said, the best of the best!

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  26. Linda @ A La CarteAugust 17, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    I love the sass and this table has it in spades! How cute and the colored daisies are a perfect touch. So much fun!

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  27. MarigeneAugust 17, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    What a fun table, Yvonne...love the aqua, white and black...dazzling!

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  28. A Toile TaleAugust 17, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    Yvonne -
    You outdid your sassy little self! This is total inspiration. I know I can count on you for true creativity, not copy cat work or trite offerings. Please don't ever stop sending these beautiful posts our way.
    Linda @ A Toile Tale

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  29. Susan Nowell @ My Place to YoursAugust 17, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    Yvonne, you can sass me anytime you want to! This is a great table, and I love that you used a not-too-common color combination. There's some really good late-Summer splash here!

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  30. GinaAugust 17, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    This is so pretty...I love it! The aqua & black are great together.

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  31. MaryAugust 17, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    You have out done yourself again! This is stunningly beautiful!

    I don't know how you do all you do, but I am impressed as always!

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  32. Pinky at Designs by PinkyAugust 17, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    I'd say, it takes a SASSY lady to make a SASSY table!!! I love this! I can't believe you actually found aqua daisies!!!! I thought for sure you sprayed them yourself!!! Love the B and W with the aqua! I love sass!!!!!!!! XO, Pinky

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  33. MarlisAugust 17, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    Oh Sassafrass.. this is such a sassy table.. Love the spunk and the colors and the textures you pulled together to make this work.. Love it!
    xo marlis

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  34. Entertaining WomenAugust 17, 2011 at 10:26 PM

    I agree; I would normally never buy dyed flowers...but they are perfection with your tablescape. This is darling at every level. Thank you for sharing your precious design. Cherry Kay

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  35. FABBY'S LIVINGAugust 17, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    A fabulous table and very sassy too!! I love the aqua you have used all over the table and the great elements, even the dyed flowers needed to be there, perfectly! Love the colors and all the textures in it and the BLACK! Thanks for sharing. Hugs, FABBY

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  36. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart)August 17, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    I love your "sassy" table. Your colors of blue and aqua are so cool and refreshing..the pop of daisy lends a bit of fun and fantasy. hugs ~lynne~

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  37. RobinAugust 17, 2011 at 11:29 PM

    A lovely tablescape....

    Have a beautiful day

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  38. LizabethAugust 17, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    Love the colors! The blues/aquas are a nice cool color...this is very cheerful and fresh! Loving the blue glasses!

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  39. Belle Inspiration MagazineAugust 18, 2011 at 1:59 AM

    Very sassy indeed Yvonne - I love how you put all the different color and designs together so beautifully. You always show us how to fun at the table!
    What lucky guests!
    Big hugs,
    Mimi

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  40. MaryAugust 18, 2011 at 5:18 AM

    I so look forward to seeing what you bring to the table! LOVE, love, love your layers of turquoise and black & white! Those dyed daisies are too fun and are the perfect definition of sass :)

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  41. LisaAugust 18, 2011 at 7:37 AM

    Oh my, one of my favorites of all time! Love the unexpected color combo.
    Lisa

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  42. SuzyAugust 18, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    Oh Yvonne - this is so sweet and pretty! On of my favs of yours! I snagged a couple of muggs at TJ Maxx a while back that match your dishes. I ask myself everyday - why oh why didn't I buy more of them!

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  43. Alycia NicholsAugust 18, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    Sassy indeed!!! Tossing that brilliant aqua color in with the black and white makes all the difference here! I love the raised dots on the flowers of the dishes! That is so cool!!! The colorful daisies are the perfect centerpiece!

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  44. JudyBugAugust 18, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    I have a dear friend who calls things "sassy" and I just love it! I'm just drooling over those aqua bubble glasses. Oh I how need those!

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  45. under spanish mossAugust 18, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    We love the pops of blue. The lunch sounds delicious. We would need a nap following!
    XO Angela and Renee

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  46. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenAugust 18, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Oh what fun to be a guest at your "Sassy" table...love the color combos!!!!

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  47. UnknownAugust 18, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    Beautiful as always! I love the colors..
    Blessings My Friend,

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  48. BarbaraAugust 18, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    Oh, do I love these colors! So fresh and inviting! The black and white bring a touch of classic with the sass - a wonderful combination! I bought those placemats too but struggle every time I try to use them. I've only tried with white. You have inspired me! I love your blue and white dishes. Home Goods finally opened a store close to me. I know I am in trouble.

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  49. Decor To AdoreAugust 18, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    So cool and refreshing for summer!

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  50. janice15August 18, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    Very refreshing...love the black and white with the turquoise...just nice...Happy Thursday!

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  51. Karin Şen CankanAugust 18, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    Fresh and breath taking loved the setting.

    Dyed flowers looks great but not a mother nature thing but I till like it and it look perfect with your table.

    Hugs,

    Karin Şen Cankan
    karinsfairytale@blogspot.com

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  52. RettabugAugust 18, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    Yvonne, you take "fuss free" to a whole new meaning, Honey! This is such a happy table full of my favorite color...turquoise! (It matches my eyes, ya' know)

    I love how your bubble glasses pick up the color so beautifully. I don't have that shade...YET! ;-)

    You make even the simplest table look incredibly beautiful. Thank you for sharing ALL your ideas.

    fondly,
    Rett

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  53. Linda @ bushel and a pickleAugust 18, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    Love your little bit of sass. Now what would your momma say?

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  54. niartistAugust 19, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    Will you check out that color!?!!?!? Wow Yvonne! Just beautiful, what time should I arrive? LOL! I love your setting, and the china is just glorious. You always do such a good job with these tablescapes - inspirational for sure!

    Listen, I have a new series on my blog called: "A Picture is Worth ..." I'm trying to get back to posting pictures about my house, and I'd love it if you'd come by and see the bar in the dining room! :)

    xo,
    A

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  55. On Crooked CreekAugust 19, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    Yvonne,
    You are one sassy lady, darling! I adore the black and white and that aqua blue definately gives is some sass!!! You have, once again, brightened my day! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  56. Holly LefevreAugust 19, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    Gorgeous - loving this color scheme! That turquoise blue pops so nicely against the black and white. You have done it again!

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