Saturday, May 14, 2011

A Casual Dinner With Family

  Last night I had my cousins come over for a visit and a nice casual dinner. It was a night of good food, good wine, and lots of laughs! On the menu was spinach lasagna, salad and dinner rolls. It was delish and it's so easy to make! My tablescape idea was from all the inspiration I get from you guy's! Had a problem with blogger yesterday it deleted this post, anyone else having problems?


My newest rooster from Home Goods and an ivy plant in one of my copper pieces  was used for the centerpiece, along with the candle votive holders I wrapped in burlap.





Chargers came from Nell Hills, green dishes from JC Penny's a few years ago and the yellow salad plates came from Home Goods

 Wrapped the silverware in a white paper napkin and tied it with twine. I told you it was casual.






I can't believe how fast the weeks are going! Have a great weekend, and thanks so much for stopping by,  Martina

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21 comments:

  1. DebbiedoosMay 13, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    Blogger finally up and running. I was able to view your post yesterday and thought my comment went through. Your table was looking great. THe food sounded wonderful too. Not to mention laughter and wine!

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  2. KathyMay 13, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    Wow so pretty over here and I just love those dining room chairs girl!

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  3. Nancy's NotesMay 13, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    Beautiful setting and your menu sounded scrumptious!

    Nancy

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  4. PamelaMay 13, 2011 at 9:03 PM

    Beautiful table setting Martina!
    Yes we all had problems with blogger so glad it's fixed!!

    Have a wonderful weekend!
    Pamela xo

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  5. Ricki TreleavenMay 14, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    Your centerpiece is perfect. I love the copper and the rooster! Your chargers are so gorgeous. Is this the same Nell Hill that has written all the decorating books? I would love those chargers. What great texture they bring to your table!!! :D

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  6. Ricki TreleavenMay 14, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Oh! I am your newest follower.

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  7. Becca BertottiMay 14, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    Beautiful tablescape, Martina! Your rooster is too cute ... serves as the perfect centerpiece. Love how you wrapped the silverware with twine ... and, I have those same yellow plates from Home Goods. I hope you had a wonderful dinner with family !! xo

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  8. AnonymousMay 14, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    Hi Martina! Yay, I can finally comment on your post. I love your pretty table and the Rooster/chicken, sometimes I just can't tell the difference, is darling!
    Your menu sounds so good and I love lasagne!
    Be a sweetie and thanks for popping in to see me.
    Shelia ;)

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  9. Audrey PettitMay 14, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    Your table setting looks just fabulous! I love the yellow and green dishes, and your hen is the cutest addition. :)

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  10. Savannah GrannyMay 14, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    So Beautiful and creative. Love the look of the burlap and the napkin rings. Love the soft muted color scheme. Perfect for casual family setting. Great job. Hugs, Ginger

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  11. GinaMay 14, 2011 at 10:26 PM

    Your table looks so pretty & the food sounds delicious!

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  12. Laurel@ChippingwithCharmMay 15, 2011 at 7:35 AM

    Your table looks lovely :) Laurel

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  13. AnonymousMay 15, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    Your table is beautiful, Martina!

    I just bought those chargers, from Nell Hill's. Arrived last week and I used them on a table Friday. Will post later this week. I bought one set of round and one set of square and mixed them for the big table. I "need" to make a little trip to KC, for an up close and personal look at the Nell Hill's stores. It's been three years since I was at either one of them.

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  14. Pam - @diy Design FanaticMay 15, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    What a lovely table, Martina! Your rooster goes so well with you dishes!Glad you had a wonderful time!

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  15. A Hint of HomeMay 15, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    Everything looks lovely, Martina! I love the pastel plates!

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  16. xinexMay 15, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    Simple but really cute, Martina. Love the plate chargers....Christine

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  17. DebbiedoosMay 15, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    Thanks Martina!

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  18. MarianneMay 15, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    What a beautiful tablescape Martina. Just love your Roo and those chargers.
    Marianne :)

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  19. FABBY'S LIVINGMay 16, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    Yes, simple, but fresh and with an aura of fun and coziness! You guys sound like you had a great time among cousins, food and wine! Thank you for coming by and for the lovely comment you left me!
    Hugs
    FABBY

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  20. OliveMay 16, 2011 at 7:24 PM

    Your table is beautiful and I think twine is elegant this way.

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  21. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMay 16, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    I love your green hen, and your tablescape is fabulous. The dishes and your accessories are perfect. How clever to use twins to tie the napkins. It looks wonderful. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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I love reading your comments! Thanks so much for stopping by, Martina