I have a confession to make.
I set this tablescape up last year to celebrate the birthday of America.
I loved it so much that I wanted to show it again…in case you missed it the first time around.
If you saw it last year, just skip this one…but I loved that I used the Preamble as part of the tablescape and well…well….I LOVE IT!
My dear readers…this tablescape is my Happy Birthday America tablescape and I loved putting it together.
We are very Patriotic.
Navy family actually….and although I was never sitting personally with Betsy Ross as she sewed our flag…I would have been one of the volunteers, or at least I hope I would have been.
So with head held high, and flags waving, I am happily joining all those celebrating the red, white and blue !!!!
I started with a copy of our Preamble…We The People…how many of you out there had to memorize that document when in High School?
I did, but I only remember the first few lines today.
I added an ink pen and ink bottle along side a candle that I set in a pewter candle holder.
I liked the affect along with the galvanized coasters which have pictures in the bottom of the Statue of Liberty, the flag, the Liberty Bell and Paul Revere.
I found them at Cracker Barrel last year.
The chargers are red, white and blue and I set the “Spirit Of The Flag” dinner plate and bowl on top.
The napkins I found a long time ago in Hobby Lobby and I secured them with the cutest knife, fork and spoon that I found at Home Goods last year.
The red bubble glasses are called Ruby and are Artland Iris stemmed water glasses.
The flatware I have had for years, not sure where I found the blue stars and red and white striped handled flatware.
The tall centerpiece is another Patriotic piece that I bought years ago at Pier 1 and after I bought it, I became concerned on where and how to store such a big piece. haha!
Have you ever done that?
I also took blue hydrangeas and circled the bottom.
Just for a little floral effect.
On the back of each chair, I placed a royal blue towel with the red white and blue icons….just to set the mood.
On the other end of the table, is the birthday cake.
You can’t have a Happy Birthday America birthday party without a cake, can you???
I LOVE this cake as it is so moist with a cream cheese frosting and a few sprinkles patted along the bottom.
I put a few strawberries and blueberries on the top along with straws that resemble sparklers.
And the surprise is when you cut into the white cake!
Yup! It is definitely red, white and blue!
Yummy!
Happy Birthday America!
Blessings Always…
Sources;
cake plate, star shaped bowls, flag deviled egg dish, Temptations
napkin rings, Home Goods
Napkins, Hobby Lobby, years ago
dinnerware, Spirit of the Flag, Home Goods, several years ago
flatware, can’t remember where, it was so long ago
Ruby glasses, Artland Iris, Amazon
galvanized coasters, Cracker Barrel
Preamble, Cracker Barrel
centerpiece, Pier 1 several years ago
candle holder, pen and inkwell bottle, Amazon (I used them in a Charles Dickens village at Christmas)
mustard and ketch-up containers, Michaels several years ago
Patriotic towels/hot pads on the backs of the chairs, QVC
metal star,…can’t remember 🙂
Great tablescape, Kari… and that CAKE!!!! Love the coasters, and the plates! Hugs!
Thanks Julie…have you gotten a bit more into the red white and blue themes? LOL
I understand your thoughts.
It used to be that I could not wrap my arms around the color red alone…perhaps because of my red hair, but now I love red. I have all kinds of red appliances, etc until I got hold of myself and had a little heart to heart! No pun intended. LOL hugs my friend.
Such a lovely table, Kari! The napkin rings are adorable and love your fun centerpiece. The pewter coasters are just right for the table, especially right next to the Preamble. My family would love your cake and the surprise inside, especially perched on such a cute cake stand – July 4th looks like it a lot of fun in your home! Thank you so much for sharing all of your ideas!
Oh, I love your galvanized coasters and how you used the Preamble on the table! Lovely! Thank you for sharing at Vintage Charm!
thank you Cecilia….I love all the things you find at thrift stores…I should be so lucky. LOL thanks for stopping by.
Perfect patriotic table and that CAKE! I think I need to celebrate at your place. Happy July!
Thank you Sarah….and I hope your 4th of July was a safe and happy one. Thanks for stopping by.
Your tablescape is amazing and the cake is absolutely gorgeous! Happy Independence day!
Thanks Donna for taking the time to comment on my post. It is such fun to “play” with dishes in setting up tablescapes….I have such a good time doing it. I hope your 4th was fun.
Thanks Donna…the cake was a good splurge eat. Hope your holiday was fun.
Kari, what a great table, from the preamble vignette (love the old ink bottle and pen with it) to the cake for dessert (it’s beautiful!) and everything in between! Oh yes, I certainly challenge myself when buying something that can’t readily be stored! Dishes can be stacked, but those centerpieces can get crushed in a minute! That’s one reason why I love metals (just throw them in a tub) or dishes (stack, stack, stack,lol), and linens (stuff, stuff, stuff in those drawers!).
I missed my blog hop buddies this go round. My red, white & blue stash is small, and I didn’t want to buy new things just for the occasion. But I do love seeing all the patriotic creativity. Cheers to freedom!
Kari, what a beautiful patriotic table. I love that you used the Preamble, that definitely sets a patriotic tone and a Happy Birthday America ❤️🇺🇸💙The cake is the piece de resistance and looks amazing. I love the flatware and the coasters, well I actually love everything! Wishing you a wonderful 4th and it is a pleasure to spend the week blog hopping with you!
Kari, this such a beautiful and patriotic tablescape! I just love red, white, and blue! The Preamble is a perfect addition. The birthday cake looks most delicious! Happy 4th of July!!!
Oh wow! I love the galvanized patriotic coasters-what a find! The cake looks so yummy and I adore all your patriotic touches. The dishes are amazing!
Thanks Michelle, I had never seen anything like the galvanized coasters before. They look like the lids for a mason jar. Have a happy 4th of July
Your patriotic table is so creative and festive Kari…our founding fathers would be so proud! I love the addition of the Constitution with the ink and pewter candlestick. That cake is the star of your star-spangled celebration, especially when sliced! It’s always a pleasure to blog hop with you, Happy 4th!
Thanks Mary….It is always a fun time when we blog hop together. Have a safe and wonderful week-end.
Looks so pretty I wish you could come do my table….. it’s sad boy just have a candle all by it’s lonely self😢😢
Thanks sweetie! You have a decorating talent but I know you are pretty busy with those two little grands…. thanks for stopping by!! Hugs
You have so many beautiful elements here that come together to make a wonderful patriotic table. Love the dishes, Love the flatware and love the napkins. Then you had to go and cut that gorgeous cake – and what a surprise to see red, white and blue in side the cake!! I hope you have a wonderful 4th. It is always a pleasure to hop with you!
Thank you Ann it is always a pleasure to blog hop with you. Looking forward to our next one. Have a happy 4th of July!!
You thought of everything and it all came together beautifully. I’m always happy to see a cake as part of a tablescape and it looks delicious. The copy of the Declaration of Independence is the crowning glory of your table. I hope you and your family have a safe and happy holiday.
Thank you Sandra, your cakes are always amazing! Have a wonderful and happy 4th of July!!
Oh goodness Kari, the copy of the Declaration of Independence Day is so incredible! Wow, that really sets the tone for your beautiful tablescape! You have so many wonderful red white and blue thing, and your red white and blue cake has me drooling! You are definitely ready for a grand 4th celebration!
Jenna
Thank you Jenna for stopping by….the 4th of July is such fun to decorate with…who doesn’t have red white and blue around the house. I am wishing you and your family a safe and happy 4th of July.
Thanks Kari!
thank you for stopping by…Happy 4th of July
Truly a patriotic table Kari. I loving the pretty cake., especially since it is red, white and blue inside.What a wonderful cake stand. Your dishware is perfect for this festive table. The napkins go perfectly with this theme. It is always fun to find those wonderful accessories that compliment our themes. The centerpiece is so clever. Such a pleasure to join you on this festive patriotic tablescape blog hope. Happy weekend.
Thank you Linda for your kind comments…and here is wishing you and your family a wonderful 4th of July!!!!
Kari, wow you went ALL OUT! A fabulous tablescape AND dessert. I really loved how you used the document and pewter in your centerpiece/runner. It looked like Ben Franklin would have been right at home. PInned.
Thanks Debbee…I hardly call it work when I enjoy it so much. We all need to splurge on dessert once in a while, don’t we? Thank you for stopping by and I wish a Happy 4th to you and your family. Enjoy!!!
So many adorable elements, Kari! I love the napkins, and the napkin rings, your fun centerpiece and especially your Preamble to the Constitution! What a surprise the cake is upon cutting into it! My grands would love that surprise! Thank you so much for joining us for another tablescape blog hop! Happy 4th!!
Thanks Chloe…it was suc fun to put together as all my tablescapes are fun. I am just a kid at heart and would fit right in with your grands. Happy 4th right back at you. Hugs
Oh, just lost a long comment!!!! I won’t be able to get it back exactly…so frustrating.
Love your birthday celebration to America!
That cake is amazing and so is the cake stand.
Your centerpiece was clever using the preamble, pewter candleholder and ink bottle.
Your red, white and blue and stars and stripes dishes and flatware zing!
You have put together a great Happy Birthday America table.
Thanks Bonnie…I love the red white and blue and it is such fun to play with dishes, isn’t it? Thank you for your kind comments and for stopping by.
Good Morning!
What a fun morning it is to wake up to this pretty,(yummy…is it too early for cake?!) patriotic post! Love how you incorporated the preamble, ink bottle and pewter candlestick to set the tone of the table. Enjoying the softer shades of red and blue and the towels on the back of the chairs. You my friend are ready to celebrate in style!
Enjoyed this blog hop with and Happy 4th of July too!
Jemma
Thanks Joyce, and thank you so much for putting pictures to the prose on all the blogs. Happy 4th of July to you and your family.
You did a wonderful job with your tablescape! How clever to fashion those napkin rings the way you did! And I adore the centerpiece from Pier I – very cute. Enjoyed the post!
Thanks Wendy…it is always a pleasure to blog hop with you. Happy 4th to you and your family and thanks for stopping by.