Saturday, July 9, 2011

Watermelon Tablescape

Homage to watermelon . . . one of the joys of summer!




















“When one has tasted watermelon, he knows what the angels eat.”
                                                     —Mark Twain

I'm joining Susan at Between Naps on the Porch for the fabulous weekly tablescape blog party.  Please stop by and visit.  Be amazed at the talent of these bloggers.

23 comments:

janie said...

Splendid! This table setting screams SUMMER.

pat said...

What a lovely table setting! Just the perfect thing for a nice evening dinner on the patio.

Barb said...

Very cute! And, how nice to be able to sit outside.

Yolanda said...

I always love your tablescapes! Love the watermelon napkins!

René said...

Your table scape is very pretty Maria and I love the Mark Twain quote. I hope those boxwoods grow quickly for you :)

Tracie said...

What a beautiful table!! I would love to eat at it :)

Amanda said...

You make me want to throw a dinner party :) Lovely settings that are just perfect for a summer-time dinner with friends!

Marlis said...

ooh what a lovely table.. I made watermelon lemonade this afternoon, ate some watermelon, so I think I need to come over and share the goodness. Your table is beautiful.. love those napkins! Many blessings, and thanks for your kind visit.

Linda (More Fun Less Laundry) said...

I am a watermelon fan too! We used to have seed spitting contests with my dad when we were little although my mom disapproved of that activity! I always look for the watermelons with seeds now and I think it's juicier. Your table is so pretty and cooooool! Those cupcake holders are cute too. Linda

Angela2932 said...

Maria, these photos are so mouth-wateringly beautiful! They're reminding me that I have not yet had watermelon this year, which is a true travesty. Sadly, I'm not likely to eat it outside because 1) our outdoor area looks to junky; and 2) the mosquitoes would most likely capture me and hold me hostage, demanding not payment of my camera, but the blood of all my loved ones. (This would include you, and I'd NEVER sacrifice you for mere watermelon, so I'm opting to enjoy this delicacy indoors!)

Anita Diaz said...

Maria, what a lovely. lovely table!! Those napkins are so pretty with all that color!! Beautiful!! Thanks for stopping by and you do not need an invitation!! The scones will be ready:-)

Anonymous said...

SO cute! I love all the colors! You did a great job!

L'Heure Bleue At Home said...

Your watermelon theme is so cute and colourful! Thanks so much for dropping by L'Heure Bleue At Home

Tricia said...

What a gorgeous table -- and a stunning setting. I love your view! But the watermelon-themed table is just so perfect for summer -- love the pink and green together, and your green stemware is so pretty with it!

Wendy@~Chez~La~De~da~ said...

OK I must admit I was a skeptic, watermelon? You blew me awaaaay!!! It is fantastic, fresh and breezy! Cool and chilly just like you WANT a summy day to be :) Gotta follow you now because I am curious to see what other suprises you have up your sleeve.......new and fresh!

~~Wendy

Anonymous said...

So much fun. I love the napkins, did you make then?

Alycia Nichols said...

I really love the quote! That's pretty great. Lovely, soothing table.

Monica @ Happily Playing with Dishes said...

Love the napkins. I create a watermelon themed table a few weeks ago also.

Nicki said...

Love the colors, the homage to watermelon, the watermelon, the setting, everything. This is so very Summer.

Entertaining Women said...

Wonderful! The goblets are the perfect shade of acid green. I love it! Thank you for sharing your marvelous design. Cherry Kay

Anonymous said...

Thank you for your sweet comments on my tablescape. I just had to pop over and check yours out. We were certainly on the same wavelength, weren't we? I really like your napkins and how you have them placed across the plate with the silverware on top.

Those sweet little cupcakes are adorable! The watermelon slices add a nice touch and a freshness to the setting. Really beautiful!

Tenley said...

Your tables are always so amazing!! Your watermelon tablescape is SO inviting, especially to a "watermelon lover" like me! You might be interested to know that I purchased an entire set of watermelon dishes from my sister's estate sale a few years ago, but even with those, I don't think my table could ever look as lovely as yours!!

Jewel Sauls said...

Thanks for stopping by my blog! I had to find your watermelon table and I love it! Love the napkins (which are like my "runner") and the little watermelon toppers on the cupcakes are great!