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Monday, May 30, 2011

OLD QUILTS AS TABLECLOTHS


Yet another wonderful tablescape from the recent garden tour.


Isn't this lovely, with the old layered quilts? They were so soft and really they were ragged in places, but so beautiful. And I love the green and white dishes and the accents of pink and blue in the serving dishes and vases. So romantic looking. I could linger in the garden over this luncheon table anytime. I am joining Marty at http://www.astrollthrulife.blogspot.com  for Tabletop Tuesday and Susan at http://www.betweennapsontheporch.blogspot.com  for Tablescape Thursday. Go visit these lovely blogs and be impressed.I am also joining Katherine for Tea Time Tuesday at http://www.ladykatherineteaparlor.blogspot.com

21 comments:

Anonymous said...

Love your idea for using the quilts! Your table looks so pretty too.
be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

Ann@A Sentimental Life said...

I have seen them used before and I love the idea! just don't want to use my quilts to do it! guess I will have to find some.

On Crooked Creek said...

Vicki,
I adore the use of vintage quilts for their textile appeal. Your choice of color palette is stunning for the season. Each vase adds to the overall theme. Thank you for sharing your creativity and inspiring me to get those quilts out of the closet! HA!
Fondly,
Pat

Donnie said...

They look so pretty there. Your color palette is so soft and romantic.

Country Wings in Phoenix said...

Oh Sweetie...
Love the table, and yep I have been using quilts for some time now. Love it. I have bought several crib quilts and put them on the table, cross ways like a runner, and I love it. I bought 3 at the thrift store and didn't pay over 4.00 for any of them. They are just the perfect touch. I love that country look and feel that they give.

Your table looks gorgeous and the colors are perfect for a garden setting. Just beautiful sweet friend. Love those green dishes as well.

Many hugs and much love, Sherry

Karyn said...

Thank Goodness I can leave comments again :) I love the look of layered quilts as tablecloths. It's so much fun! And colorful too.

Karen

xinex said...

Thanks for sharing, Vicky! I really like quilts used as tablecloth and this table is just lovely...Christine

Linda @ Life and Linda said...

Beautiful tablescape. Love the quilts. The garden setting is perfect for spring.

Pattie @ Olla-Podrida said...

I LOVE the idea of quilts as tablecloths. I first saw this done years ago when a friend of mine did it and have been in love with the idea ever since. I've been known to use tartan plaid afghans as well. Such great looks can be achieved as you've shown here.

Marty@A Stroll Thru Life said...

Such a lovely tablescape. Love the dishes and the linens are perfect. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

Ceekay-THINKIN of HOME said...

I always love the idea of quilts for tablecoverings...I am just too chicken!! Love the look though

jessica said...

OOOHHHH!!! I love the old quilts as tablecloths!! My mom and I actually did that for a ladies tea gathering at our church a couple of years ago. It turned out so pretty! You did a wonderful job!

FABBY'S LIVING said...

I love quilts on a table! Yours are beautiful! Lovely table with such pretty dishes. Everything is great! I'm also at TTT. Hugs.
FABBY

Arabella said...

YES!! I love using quilts as tablecloths and these look fabulous ~ great job!

Thanks for visiting today! Hope you have a fabulous week.

Hugs,
Marie

a quiet life said...

very pretty, love pink and green~

Kathleen said...

I love quilts as table cloths. They add so much character!

Marlis said...

I so will have to dig out some quilts to pair up with dishes. So pretty. Thanks for sharing.
many blessings, marlis

Anonymous said...

Love your soft colors, the dish and coffee cup are adorable. I have them in blue, but now I want them in green too :D
Thank you for stopping by my place and leaving a sweet comment!!

Mid-Atlantic Martha said...

How pretty -- this is especially wonderful in your outdoor setting. And, of course, I LOVE the pink and green!

Entertaining Women said...

I buy quilts often to use as tablecloths...often solid colored ones...Tuesday Morning is often a good resource. The table that you shared is lovely. Thank you...I'd be lingering in that garden with you. Cherry Kay

Shabby Marilyn said...

Love your idea for old quilts on the table! New follower, come visit, seeing your quilts inspires me to get back to my quilting!