Monday, February 20, 2012

Springing up the Dining Room

That's right...it's been so unseasonably warm here, I've actually got myself 
believing that Spring is just around the corner.  With that in mind, I was inspired to add a 
little Spring to my dining room and lighten it up.  
As with so many of my decorating projects, it all began with a trip to Home Goods.  I found a tablecloth, runner and napkins in colors and in a pattern that I just loved.
The napkins will be pillows in the near future.

I started by adding a "runner" to my dining room table.
I created this runner using a tablecloth folded in thirds the long way 
and then I just pleated it at the head of the table on both ends.
  I added the real runner to my buffet. 
I just adore these colors.
Here is one side of the buffet...
here is the other side.
On the table I used two matching Lenox vases I had and filled them with my favorite flower...the hydrangea...even if they are faux.
The centerpiece is simply a cake stand with a ceramic basket with eggs in blue and green.

Can't wait to hear what you think of my little update.  I always love and appreciate your comments.

Have a great day!
-Judy


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26 comments:

  1. GinaFebruary 20, 2012 at 7:56 AM

    Your dining room looks so pretty. It's fresh & light...perfect for Spring. I love the pattern & colors of your runners.

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  2. DebbiedoosFebruary 20, 2012 at 8:08 AM

    Very pretty Judy. I love those colors too.

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  3. At The Picket FenceFebruary 20, 2012 at 9:05 AM

    spring is in the air...okay so not here but I'm ready for it! I love the colors, those cloths you found are gorgeous. Adore the eggs in the bowl. Heather

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 20, 2012 at 9:07 AM

    Your dining room is so pretty and Spring looking. Ah, Spring! Can't wait. Spring, everything starts to wake up, and we have a whole season (hopefully), of warmth, stretched out before us to enjoy! Can you tell I'm not so much a Winter person, lol!

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  5. UnknownFebruary 20, 2012 at 9:39 AM

    I love that pattern! And I love HomeGoods! Your dining room looks so soft and pretty, it was the perfect touch. XO Cindy

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  6. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsFebruary 20, 2012 at 9:56 AM

    Love it, Judy! I love your lamps and those prints, too, over your buffet. Is it okay to bring the eggs out? : ) I have a bunch I must buy everytime I see them on sale, forgetting the ones I already have at home. I think they will fit in my now empty apothecary jar {since I dumped out my dollar store plastic hearts}. I'm doing that today!

    The weather here goes back and forth from cold to Spring-like, but as long as the sun is out, I'm happy!

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  7. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeFebruary 20, 2012 at 10:41 AM

    So pretty, I love what you did with the tablecloth. Fabulous, you room is beautiful. Hugs, Marty

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  8. laxsupermomFebruary 20, 2012 at 10:45 AM

    Beautiful! Love going to HomeGoods for fun updates! Love the soft colors you've used! Thanks for sharing.

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  9. SusanFebruary 20, 2012 at 10:53 AM

    It looks gorgeous! I have been anxious to put out my Spring things too! I have been trying to wait until March............but if you did it?!? :)

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  10. Susan AndersonFebruary 20, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    Looks wonderful in the room, although I'm not quite ready for spring yet. We need a little more winter here first.

    ;)

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  11. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRFebruary 20, 2012 at 12:50 PM

    Judy, your dining room looks so pretty! I am in Spring mode, as well. The hydrangeas are my faves. I get them at my local grocery story year round. I have white ones all around the house.

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  12. PAINTORDIG.blogspot.comFebruary 20, 2012 at 7:02 PM

    Very pretty.I love the basket of eggs. I am so ready for spring.

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  13. UnknownFebruary 20, 2012 at 8:33 PM

    Everything looks really good. So clean and 'springy'. Very pretty!

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  14. Judy BiggerstaffFebruary 20, 2012 at 10:15 PM

    I love the look of Spring too, your dining room definitely looks like spring is on its way. Very pretty runner, love the closeup of it, so I can see the pattern and colors. I think the eggs add a soft touch too. Great job, Judy.

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  15. Pam - @diy Design FanaticFebruary 20, 2012 at 11:17 PM

    I love your new runner! The color and pattern are really pretty! Spring will be here before you know it!

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  16. ℳartina @ Northern NestingFebruary 20, 2012 at 11:34 PM

    Very pretty Judy! Lighter and brighter and definitely says Spring!

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  17. CynthiaFebruary 21, 2012 at 9:23 AM

    Love the new runner the eggs are pretty too. I haven't thought about Spring to much yet it is still to cold here in Jersey. I will start soon though.

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  18. Chubby ChiequeFebruary 21, 2012 at 3:42 PM

    Hi Judy...

    I drool to your runner. Love the colour.

    Spring mood for me isn't just around the corner. Hope it gets warmer here in Sweden.

    TY for your inspiration.

    Happy TTT...
    /chie

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  19. Tablescapes By DianeFebruary 21, 2012 at 5:06 PM

    Hi lovely lady.
    Your dining room is so pretty and Spring looking.I'am also looking for Spring! Can't wait. Spring will tell everything in my garden to wake up!! Can you tell I'm not so much a Winter person, I hope you have a wonderful week with your family.
    XXOO Diane

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  20. Michele OliverFebruary 21, 2012 at 6:13 PM

    Love your diningroom. The flowers and the colors are so pretty. Great!

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  21. An Oasis in the DesertFebruary 22, 2012 at 10:02 AM

    Love the new look! I guess it is the time year for "Spring Fever." Clever to use the tablecloth as a runner, & then be able to use it as a full cloth when needed. Adore that little ceramic basket.
    CAS

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  22. UnknownFebruary 23, 2012 at 6:32 PM

    Spring IS right around the corner! My bulbs are poking through. All my winter stuff is coming down this weekend! I do like the eggs in the bowl! Stopped in from At the Picket Fence.

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  23. A Perfect SettingFebruary 23, 2012 at 8:23 PM

    Elverything looks so pretty!!

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  24. Mid-Atlantic MarthaFebruary 24, 2012 at 9:35 PM

    How pretty. This is perfect for the "cusp" of Spring. So soft and lovely.

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  25. Sarah@budgetfriendlydecoratingFebruary 29, 2012 at 12:02 AM

    I love your spring decor. I am in Virginia and we are getting very unseasonably warm temps as well!

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  26. UnknownOctober 21, 2013 at 2:54 AM

    It looks gorgeous! i love those colors.Internet based furniture company

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