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Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Combination TT and FF Early St. Pat's Day!!!

I am going to do a combination post for St. Patrick's Day for both Tablescape Thursday hosted by Susan at BETWEEN NAPS ON THE PORCH
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and Foodie Friday hosted by Gollum at Designs by Gollum
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Neither my husband nor I have a drop of Irish blood, but we love St. Patrick's Day! I like any excuse to decorate and entertain and we both love the food!!!!

We decorate the whole house. I even fly a shamrock flag which I didn't take a picture of! I have pots of gold and leprechauns everywhere.

The Billiard Room bar
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The Billiards Room mantle
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Some closeups
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The Parlor Pump Organ
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In the Foyer
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My dining room
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Here is a closeup of my centerpiece against a red wall.
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Here is my sideboard ready for an Irish Feast!
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AND I promised to bring some food to Gollum's Potluck, so first off I will start with some store bought appetizers served on my pub table in the billiard room, served with Guiness, of course!

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Then for dessert, these are delicious and easy! It's not my recipe, but I have made them many times! I did take these pictures though! Click for the recipe: Irish Cream Brownies

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Are you still there? Sorry saved up so much for one big post. I will be out of town seeing my daughter sing a solo in a college play, so I will catch up when I get back! :D Jewel

57 comments:

Confessions of a Plate Addict said...

Very festive tablescape! And the food looks yummy!! Erin go bragh!...Debbie

JudyBug said...

Oh I am wanting something sweet so badly and there you go and show me those last pictures. Shame, shame, shame on you for tempting me. I MUST lose weight for kiddo's wedding.

Seriously, I adore the teaset and everything! Always a lovely post!
JudyBug

Ceekay-THINKIN of HOME said...

You really have some cute St. Patrick's decorations. Lovely table...and could you pass me a dessert PLEEESE!

Kathleen Ellis said...

Hi Jewel!
Hah...when I first saw "The Billiard Room" I immediately thought of one of my favorite games when I was a kid...CLUE!!!
anyway...FUN post for St. Patty's Day! and those brownies....I'll be right over! put the water on for tea!
Thanks for stopping by!
Happy St. Patty's Day!
;-D

ellen b. said...

Jewel,
Look at all your fun Irish goodies. I love it all. Fun times here. Happy TT!

Cindy (Applestone Cottage) said...

Hi Jewel,
You really outdid yourself here! Everything is so festive and fun, I love all your Irish Decor and that so cute shamrock tea pot and cups. Those brownies look like the most yummy ever. Bravo~ Cindy

Dream Mom said...

So many pretty things! I love all of the ideas-love the centerpiece, the jar with the candle tied with the shamrock ribbon and all of the decorations throughout the house. Those brownies looked awesome though!

xinex said...

Love your Irish collection! Beautiful and festive tablescape. The brownies look so good!...Christine

Bab's Kitchen said...

love the Irish tea set.

santamaker said...

Oh, how pretty all of your St.Patricks Day decorations are! Love the tea set and that cute centerpiece.

Kathy's Red Door Welcome said...

So many lovely St.Patty's Day things. Your brownies look yummy too.

Anonymous said...

Oh, my goodness! Your room and table is outstanding! I've never seen so many little Irishy pretties. Your table is lovely and the food just sets it off!
Be a sweetie,
shelia ;)

Deb said...

Very Nice And Festive! How cool is it that you found a nutcracker for St. Patricks Day! Deb

Candy said...

Green and Gold, very festive and those brownies look too good!
Cheers, Candy

Karen at Nittany Inspirations said...

Your whole house is just filled with cute St. Patrick decorations. I love the shamrock tea cup. I'll have to be on the look out for one. The little metal curly hanger is nice. I like how you can change it out for different occassions.

The Quintessential Magpie said...

Oh what a fun tablescape. It is so very Irish! Loved it all, and it is just delightful. Thanks for sharing with us!

Erin Go Braugh, and Happy Tablescape Tuesday...

XO,

Sheila :-)

Mid-Atlantic Martha said...

Oh my! I think I just took a trip to Ireland! Love it --- love it all!

Diana LaMarre said...

Wow, I guess you do go all out! You have some nice St. P Day items. It's all lovely.

susan said...

On St. Patrick's Day we're all just a little Irish :) Those brownies are so wonderful looking and sounding! You and Susan at Between Naps..have the same shamrock china. I think I need some! Congrats and good luck on the solo. How exciting!

Linda (Nina's Nest) said...

That is a fantastic display of Irish things....wow....good job! Linda

KBeau said...

Surely you have some Irish blood somewhere. You must with all of that green.

PAT said...

Wonderful St Pat's decor and table!!

Pat@Back Porch Musings

Miss Janice said...

Girl, y'all DO decorate for St. Patrick's Day! Love all your Irish goodies and your tablescape as well! Everything looks Sooooo festive!

Mary said...

What fun! Love all your decorations, and those beautiful shamrock cups!

Linda Q said...

Awww but I am feelin a wee bit Irish plus some here!
Lovely!
And I copied that brownie recipe, cause it sounds so good.
Linda Q

Kim @ Starshine Chic said...

I love your St Paddy's day decor. I really like the nutcrackers. So adorable. I might just have to make me some brownies. They look so yummy!

Susan @ A Southern Daydreamer said...

Beautiful table! Happy Tablescape Thursday ~ Susan

A Hint of Home said...

Your table is so pretty and I just love your tea pot set.

Kathleen said...

That was fun! i AM Irish, so I have a lot of hmmm, ♣"things"..
I loved seeing all yours, and you reminded me of a pitcher I didn't put out!
If you like Irish things, drop in my blog...I started the party on the 1st and will end on the 17th..
Look fwd to your visit!

Michelle, All Home and Love said...

Everything looks so festive, great job on the decorating! The brownies look amazing, I'll have one with some coffee. Yum!
~Michelle

Martha said...

What great St. Pat's decorations -- your brownies look especially yummy!

Bargain Decorating with Laurie said...

Love all of your St. Pat's decor! Those nutcrackers are great, and the little Irsh guy with the beer. And the pretty shamrock tea set. I love it all. Your tablescape is beautiful, and that desert looks so good. laurie

Femin Susan said...

Hi..
Love your Irish collection! Beautiful and festive tablescape.

Susan @ A Southern Daydreamer said...

irish cream brownies...yumm
Happy Foodie Friday!~ Susan

a quiet life said...

very cute, i was thrilled with the nutcrackers, then i saw the brownies, true love instantly!

Kathy said...

I love all of your Irishness and those Irish Cream brownies look so good I am gonna try those to be sure. Kathy.

Missy Wertz said...

I love the nutcrackers. Lovely SP tablescape.

Foley said...

For not having any Irish blood you have the most fantastic dishes and decorations!! Brownies look absolutely yummy...

The Quintessential Magpie said...

Girl, I am back to gaze on this feast for the eyes again! And those Irish Cream Brownies are still calling my name! I really love your tablescape, but I also love your bar. It is the bee's knees!

Happy FF and St. Pat's!

XO,

Sheila :-)

Anonymous said...

I can't believe how much Irish decor you have. I love the tea set with the tiny shamrocks and the brownies look really tempting.

Nancy Jane said...

Those brownies look great. And I have a whole bottle of Bailey's! :)
Nancy

Bo said...

Hi Jewel..your home looks so festive all decked out for St. Pat's Day...I do love brownies & these sound delicious...I'll be trying them for sure! ;-) Bo

Kat said...

Your table is lovely, and I love the centerpiece. And Irish nutcrackers - love them! The brownies look delicious. Have fun and congrats to your daughter on the solo! Kathy

Happy To Be/ Gl♥ria said...

WOW!! you might not be irish but you sure have it all looking just so pretty..love your blog and your home is beautiful girl..I will be back just to check out your antiques which is one od my passions..thanks for sharing hugs and smiles Gl♥ria

Chandy said...

Such a yummy post! Very yummy! Thanks for sharing and Happy Friday!

Anonymous said...

I Dont think I have ever seen so much St Pat decor!! How very fun!! My shamrock cup and saucer is similar to yours!

Enjoyed all the pretties- no it wasn't too long! THanks for sharing!

blessings
mary

Rattlebridge Farm said...

I'm swooning with joy. This is fabulous! I am going to start looking for St. Pat's ornaments THIS INSTANT. I love everything.
The brownies are stunning with the white icing and chocolate garnish.
What a beautiful post!!!!!

SavoringTime in the Kitchen said...

I think you'd better go back and check your family tree again! It sure looks like you're Irish ;)

Fab looking brownies!

bj said...

I don't have a single thing in my house that has to do with the Irish..but after seeing how beautiful yours is, I'm going to get at least a few pieces!
Wonderful post!!

Paula Bee said...

I love your dining room table and your gorgeous china, but then I think I have told you that before. Everything in your home looks lovely! Somehow I don't have any St. Patricks day decorations, thus the less than festive post of mine. Oh well. It is always nice to check in on you! Thanks for the festive and lovely post. Love, Paula

Sue said...

Fabulous!! your furniture is gorgeous..I love it all and your nutcrackers...I'm a nutcracker collector for over 30 years...they are so cute...I almost didn't see the tablescape...but I did notice and drooled a bit over those brownies!! Have a great weekend.

kari and kijsa said...

Love all your St. Pattie's day goodies..and chocolate too..we are in heaven!
blessings,
kari & kijsa

Lady Katherine said...

The dip and cracker,brownies, Yummy! Love the hat, the tree, and tea set! Love the bar! I have one hidden in a hutch, in the family room. Your table is lovely! The chairs so lovely with the doilies! All the same! Just wonderful!

Anonymous said...

Your tablescape is just beautiful and I love all of your decorations. Everything is very pretty. I'm so glad I stopped by :>)

Simply Debbie said...

DEAR JEWEL,
HAVE FUN LISTENING TO YOUR DAUGHTER SING.
WHAT A FESTIVE ST. PATRICKS POST.
THE TEA SET IS PRETTY.
YOU DID A WONDERFUL JOB.
BLESSINGS
debbie

Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net) said...

Girl, you know how to St. Paddy's up just right! Are you sure you aren't Irish? :-) I love all the green...soooo many fun things to see! Of course, you know I love your shamrock china set...so pretty! And the dessert looked totally yummy! Thanks for a great TT post! Susan

Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net) said...

Forgot to say...I LOVE the sideboard/bar in you billard room...gorgeous piece!