“I’m as busy as a spider spinning daydreams,
I’m as giddy as a baby on a swing.
I haven’t seen a crocus or a rosebud
Or a robin on the wing.
But I feel so gay,
In a melancholy way,
That it might as well be spring,
It might as well be spring.”
Yes, the romantic in me has popped out…yet again, as I have been going around singing the lyrics you see above from the old, old movie “State Fair”.
Even though I do not watch much television, (never during the day)…Many of the evening TV shows are not appealing to me, so I have always resorted to watching old movies on TCM or even NetFlix…that is, if there is not a sports game on. 🙂
I can watch these old movies over and over again and even though they might be a bit corny…they don’t have that rough language and situations of modern TV today.
And I really love the musicals.
The above pic is Margy (Jeanne Crain) singing the Spring Fever song.
Perhaps it is not Spring in your neck of the woods just yet…and perhaps you are feeling a bit melancholy as you look at snow and ice…
…..and you are watching for the first signs of spring.
If so, than this is the day for you to visit a springtime busy bee tablescape.
And what better spring time event, than the buzzing around of little bees as they search out the nectar of spring flowers pushing up from the cool, dark soil?
This table can be described as the Bees Knees.
Ok, I never used the term “bees knees” before in my life, but people in a few of the older movies I watch, have. 😉
I title this Springtime Busy Bees Buzzing Around The Tablescape…
I started with a basic white tablecloth which is actually a lightweight throw that I have used in previous tablescapes…but I thought the pattern resembles a bee hive.
The dinner plates I adore, as they look like paper plates, but look carefully…they are ceramic with three buzzing bees at the upper rim.
I have positioned the bee dinner plates on round gold placemats.
Aren’t they the cutest?
Anyone who sees the dinner and salad plates have to actually touch them or pick them up to assure themselves that they are NOT paper plates. The resemblance is that remarkable.
The salad plates are exactly like the dinner plates as far as looking like paper plates.
They showcase a single bee surrounded by greenery and a rust colored ribbon.
The napkins are white linen and they have little bees buzzing around all over them.
They match up to the little bee hovering in the middle of a flower on the napkin ring.
Look closely and you will see the transparent wings of each bee. So sweet. (No pun intended)
The flatware I found last year at Horchow’s, the pattern is Wallace Napoleon Bee. The handles have little bees on them and I have been looking for an excuse to use them.
I found the La Rochere water glasses on line, but noticed that World Market had some on the shelf the other day.
The stemmed amber wine glasses are from the dollar store a couple years ago.
You will note two honey pots on the table,…
…..the busy bees have already filled that springtime honey pots with honey.
The centerpiece is three honeycomb vases with bright yellow tulips from my super market. Springtime tulips are very small here in Florida, but they are tulips.
I love the color yellow, especially in roses but with tulips too.
At one end of my table, a domed plate holds lemon cupcakes with little edible bees munching on the sweet buttercream frosting.
I am still working with the Russian piping tips I bought without a lot of success, as it appears it is a learning curve. I was hoping to make the cup cakes look like flowers for the bees to hover over but regular piping tips were used on these cupcakes.
Another sweet treat are the petit fours I found at the bakery.
Note the little bees waiting to fly to the sweets…these little bees are actually magnets, but I just placed them randomly around the table as if they just flew in.
You might have noted that I added them after I posted this post early this morning. You see, I had misplaced them, but found them in my napkin ring drawers.
The little yellow flowers sit on a petit four that in my opinion, resembles a bee hive.
I sat the small vintage plates that I found on line at AntiqueFarmHouse, just below the bees on the dinner plate because I did not want to hide the bees.
I also have four different bee motifs for additional sweets or just to look at. The first is a beehive or skep which is the actual term.
The second plate features a bee on the cover of a book describing the life of a bee…in 1867.
The third plate shows a bee in the center… and it looks like he is buzzing towards the little skep at the top of the plate.
The fourth is another skep with little bees swarming in and about.
So you are invited today to sit at my table and sip some lemon chamomile tea with a little honey and sample cupcakes and petit fours.
Has anyone mastered the Russian Piping tips? If so, any tips are appreciated.
Remember to take a look at my Instagram by clicking here and my Pinterest by clicking here.
I want to thank Chloe for putting together this Springtime Tablescape Blog Hop where other talented bloggers can post their pretty Spring tables.
If they are like me….they love to play with dishes too.
Blessings Always
And Have a Great week-end!
Monday
Red Cottage Chronicles | Everyday Living | Belle Blue Interiors | Home is Where The Boat Is | |From My Carolina Home
Tuesday
Life and Linda | Our Crafty Mom | Corner of Plaid and Paisley | The Little Yellow Corner Store
Wednesday
Bluesky at Home | A casa di Bianca | The Painted Apron | At Home with Jemma | Knock it Off Kim
Thursday
Panoply | My French Twist | Around my Table | Loveland Lodge
Friday
Rustic & Refined | Celebrate & Decorate | Living With Thanksgiving | Me and My Captain
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My goodness, Kari, this table is adorable! There is just one sweet element after another starting with your silverware. I especially like your themed sweets!
Thanks Kim….Isn’t it fun to play with our dishes? I especially enjoyed putting together the bee tablescape. thanks for stopping by.
I love everything about this cute bee tablescape. Your use of variation of textures and attention to details is amazing. The little bees on your cupcakes, napkin rings, flatware, plates, napkins and jars is so well paired. I feel like I was a “beekeeper” at your table. I am so glad to see your appreciation of bees can inspire a beautifully done tablescape such as yours. So well done and nicely coordinated. Happy Easter.
Thank you Marsha, I really enjoy putting together a themed tablescape. I don’t want to grow up as I love playing with dishes.
Kari, I cannot say enough good things about your beautiful Spring Tablescape! I didn’t want your pictures to end! I was so intrigued and inspired by each one. The bee Theme was too cute & don5 even get me started on the cupcakes, lol! Amazing!
Thank you so much Michelle…I really enjoy putting tablescapes together, and the little bees seem to be saying Spring is finally here. Thanks for stopping by. It has been a pleasure to blog hop with you.
Kari, your bubble bee theme is just so precious. Original and cute as can be. Love the cupcakes and all the BB pieces. The napkins are really sweet. I’ve never heard of Russian piping tips, even in my pastry classes in culinary school. I’d love to know about them.
The Russian tips are quite popular and the results are so cute. I think the tip from Mary regarding the stiffness of the buttercream is the secret. We shall see. Thanks for blog hopping…it is always such fun.
Kari, your bee table is the perfect thing to welcome spring! You have thought of every perfect detail! Everything looks absolutely beautiful! Those dishes are so pretty, and I have been wishing for that Napoleon flatware for sometime. It is one of my favorites. It is always fun blog hopping with you. Happy Spring!!!
Thanks Shannon, I had those Napoleon Bees on my radar for some time and last year when I saw a sale…I jumped on it. They are expensive for an occasional tablescape use or luncheon/dinner, but it was one of those “had to have”…thanks for stopping by.
Bellissima la tavola con tema “apine”🐝👍👍
Thanks Marina….so glad to have you stopping by. Happy Springtime.
Wow Kari, you have created such a fun and beetiful table…..Love so many elements you have added. Your attention to detail is so perfect from the plates, straws, cupcakes and glasses, plus more. I have the Horchow bee flatware too. Adding the yellow tulips is perfect with your bee theme. I am so crushing on your beautiful spring table.
Thanks Linda…like you, I love to play with dishes and themes. It is always a pleasure to blog hop with you.
Such a sweet, whimsical table! Melissa means honeybee so I’m always looking for bee-themed decor. I do have the flatware from Horchow. I need to buy some more the next time it goes on well. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you Melissa. I didn’t know Melissa means honeybee, how sweet is that. I have never checked my name’s meaning…probably it is best if I don’t, unless I can be assured of something as cool as yours. Thank you so much for stopping by my blog.
I love this bee inspired tablescape. Such a clever and unique idea. There are so many fun things to look at from the plates to the napkin rings. The yellow tulips were the perfect pairing to finish off this fun and lovely table!
Thanks Chloe, I am still swooning over your wisteria hanging from the chandy….I might have to try that as I have only had Christmas greenery hanging from mine. You inspire me to branch out. Thanks again for hosting this wonderful blog hop with all the wonderful bloggers. So cool to be a part of that elite group.
The resemblance to paper plates is amazing! This is such a fun theme and you really worked it. Thank you for all the beautiful pictures and I’ve enjoyed hopping with you.
I still look at that table Sandra and my first thought is paper until I realize that they are not. 🙂 Thank you for all your kind comments.
I LOVE everything about this table! Wish I could reach through the screen and grab a cupcake! The flatware is adorable, and yes I feel like I have to touch the plates to prove they aren’t paper!
Maureen I wish I had the will power to NOT eat what I make, but those lemon cupcakes were so good. My hips may not like them, but my tummy says more, more more! 🙂
Kari, you did a fantastic job with your bee theme. It will be 🐝remembered! So many charming details and great commentary. 🐝🐝🐝 Clever and creative. I enjoyed your post very much.
Thank you Bonnie….It was so fun collecting bees for the last couple years…and I do so enjoy playing with dishes.
Too Cute!! So many little details the you have included in this beeeeutiful table!!! I am buzzing with delight! I will just pick out three things to comment on other wise I would be here all day! the napkins – love! – the flatware – I have been crushing on that flatware since the first time I saw it – the water glasses – just may have to hit up World Market. Now I have to go because I have a sudden craving for cupcakes since yours look soooo yummy!!! Happy Spring!!
Thanks Ann…so glad you liked the bees….I adore those little creatures and I especially love their honey in my cup of tea. Thanks for stopping by.
Over-the-top darling! Loved every bit of it! The wings on the bees are so realistic! Love the beautiful golden-yellow cups and saucers too and those plates are awesome. I have never seen them before. Love the honeycomb vases and of course the flatware and small glasses with the bee design. This makes me want to start collecting bee things,oh, dear! 😊🐝
That sometimes happens doesn’t it when we see a tablescape with items we like. At least it has happened for me, but usually I can’t find the things I am looking for even if I look online.
I really enjoyed collecting bees although as I mentioned in my post, I am still looking for the place I stashed my bee magnets. I am sure I will find them in the future in a most unlikely place. 🙂 I keep telling myself that I put them where I would be able to know where they are.
This is adorable. Those bee plates are too cute – can’t believe they are ceramic! Love how you carried the bee theme through with the honeycomb vases and the cupcake toppers. It’s Bee-eautiful (couldn’t help myself!)!
Thanks Jenn…when I saw the ceramic plates on line, I knew I had to have them if only to prove to myself they were not paper. I remember thinking someone went to a lot of work painting all those bees if they were only on paper…luckily I knew when I received them that they were bee keepers. (I couldn’t help myself either) haha
Oh Kari, this really is the bee’s knees!! You have bee everything right down to the napkin ring and flatware!! Over the top Adorable!!! Such such fun!! Just BEEautiful!
Jenna
Thanks Jenna…I had such a good time collecting the bee items over the last couple years…better late than never, Huh?
Kari, I love your bees Tablescape. I have seen the plates that look like paper somewhere recently and I had to pick them up to make sure they weren’t paper. I love the bee theme and you have carried it out so perfectly…from the mini bee skep plates, napkins, and the beautiful desserts! What fun to blog hop with you!
thanks Pam…I love these blog hops because we get to see such great inspirations. I know I am coming away with some ideas I have jotted down. Now, if I only remember where I end up keeping them. I am currently looking for the cardboard of bee magnets that I bought on line a few months ago and put them away for “safe keeping” haha. They missed the table unless I find them first.
So fun… I love the bee theme. You didn’t miss a beat with all your details, even the bee flatware! I enjoyed this post so much.
thank you Wendy….I really love bees.
What an adorable table! I love those ruffled dinner plates. The spring color is what I am definitely craving right now with the threat of snow looming over us. Those dessert plates are calling my name! I am trying to purge a lot of clutter, but for those I could deal with it. Gorgeous table Kari.
Kari, I’m gonna steal most of what you have on your table if it’s not hidden or eaten by the time I get there! Mary ^ made a bees knees table that also had my head swarming last year with the appetizer plates and a few other of your elements. But let’s talk about yours and the incredible attention to detail – I noticed right away the table cover, the vase for the flowers, the plates appearing to be like paper (but knew they weren’t, as I’d seen these plates online). I also have the La Rochere stems, but your amber DS glassware is just perfect here! The Wallace flatware has tempted me, but I’ve refrained (pin a rose on me for that!). And the things I didn’t notice but yes, so perfect – the tiny bees on the napkins rings, the petit fours and their honeycomb design……so, so coordinated. And those edible bees on the cupcakes (WS?) I’ve been collecting some bee pieces for a whimsical table of my own, so I am really excited about yours. Oh, and the napkins…and even the straws! What a super table. I’d love to sit with you at this table. It would be all abuzz with the excitement of chatter with all that it is. Great job, Kari, and I’m so happy to be creating alongside you this week. Happy Spring! (and yes, I know it’s spring when the half-dead wasps find their way into the house and crawl, not fly. That happened yesterday, so maybe it really is spring now).
Thanks Rita…I didn’t know Mary had a “bee” table last year…I need to check it out. She is amazing.
Thank you for your comments and the Napoleon Bee flatware (in my opinion) is a bit expensive for use every now and then, but I couldn’t resist it when I bought them last year. They have been stored in one of my clear “shoe boxes” that I use to store all my flatware design pieces and I had not been able to find an excuse to use them. I also have some bee magnets that I purchased a while back and put “somewhere”… that I have not been able to remember. Have you ever done that? 🙁
I found the edible bees on line (where else do I go?, the Fed Ex and UPS trucks have taken up residence at my house)
How clever, you have found such a wonderful array of bee themed things, I am really amazed at the flatware! What a fun table for spring.
Thank you Carole…I love to play with dishes…I don’t ever want to grow up. 🙂
Kari, Your table IS the Bee Knees! I love anything ‘bee’ and I’m all abuzz over your table elements! The Napoleon Bee flatware is among my favorites along with the La Rochere Bee glasses and mini bee skep plates…so many fun details including your sweet treats!
I can’t say that I’ve ‘mastered’ Russian piping tips, but I did learn the key to success is using an American-style buttercream. Your frosting has to be super stiff to hold its shape when you pipe the flowers.Thank you for sharing your beautiful table. It’s always a pleasure to blog hop with you, Happy Spring.♥
Thank you Mary for your kind comments. I have been busy as a bee putting this tablescape together and it has been such fun. I love everything about sprintgimte and the bees are the toppng on the cake….pun intended.