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Thursday, June 28, 2012

One if By Land - Two if by Sea!

It's Tablescape Thursday sponsored by Susan at Between Naps on the Porch!

Sharing an old post today for the 4th of July!


I really do know that Paul Revere's ride didn't happen in July or in 1776 for that matter, but I thought this lantern would make a nice centerpiece for my 4th of July Tablescape. So I am calling this Tablescape "One If By Land."

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I found this little lantern last year at the Target One Spot. I thought it looked like DH's re-enacting lanterns, but he said it was too small, flimsy, etc. So I saved it for just such a tablescaping occasion!

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DH loved the idea for this table and even added the little Revolutionary War Soldier ornament that he was given at some point! I think he added the perfect touch!

Here is the table without the dishes. I got these placemats and napkins from our local DAR chapter after letting them use our home for their meeting and letting DH give their program.

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This is my dining room mantle with the nutcrackers.

Next is my parlor.


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And some patriotic decorations on the parlor pump organ.

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Now head over the Susan's for more great tablescapes!

Happy Fourth of July! :D Jewel

5 comments:

Alycia Nichols said...

Wow, Jewel!!! You have a lot of Americana-inspired treasures!!!! It's so fortuitous that your husband wasn't able to use that lantern so that you could have it free and clear for your tablescaping!!! The nutcrackers on the mantel are really great!!!!!! Try to stay cool this weekend!!!

Marlis said...

So cool you got to keep the lantern for yourself. Love the placemats! Lucky you. Your home is really decorated beautifully. happy fourth. xo marlis

Chubby Chieque said...

Great job. It is amazing you have collected some of those lovely collection.

Happy w/end.
/CC

Miss Janice said...

Love your 4th of July tablescape...the placemats are fabulous. Of course, the nutcrackers are statement pieces and I love them also! Happy 4th of July!

Gayle said...

Just found your blog and love the tablesetting.Your home is beautiful,the wallpaper is so pretty.Have a very happy 4th!