1 Corinthians 16:14, ESV: “Let all that you do be done in love.”
Be My Valentine…I remember those cute little cards from my childhood days.
You know the ones we would painstakingly “stew” over on which card to send to which person in our school room class.
I would spend hours deciding and addressing these cards as if my life depended on me getting each card just right for my classmates. LOL
Now, I find myself doing the same thing as I prepare Valentine cards for my children, grands and great grands.
I think I am having a case of “deja vu” as this tablescape talked about exchanging valentine cards too, perhaps you remember it..
As I looked through my stash, I found a set of Valentine salad plates that I don’t remember where or when I got them.
But they have those sweet, old fashioned Valentine card-like sayings on them, so I worked my tablescape around them.
Since they are more casual, I decided a charcuterie board was in order along with my hamburger boards and fry baskets.
The tablecloth is another old one from my tablecloth collection, it’s been around so long I can’t remember when or where I got it, but I like it because it is more casual.
The white placemats were resurrected …I originally had 6 of them, but two had stains that I could not remove so luckily the other four were spotless.
My charcuterie board has seen a lot of use as I used it for Christmas eve, New Year’s eve and on a few other occasions these past few months.
It is my centerpiece.
I like it because it can be made larger or smaller to accommodate my particular occasion.
It also comes with an additional sectioned board that I like to use for fruits.
The red heart luminaries are positioned at each corner of the charcuterie board along with four pink taper candles and two covered heart ramekins.
Flatware is red handled and has been “around the block” a few times, so to speak! LOL
The red napkins have also been used many times.
I decided to use my red wine glasses, even though I broke two of them as I was setting the table.
I just happen to have two red martini glasses, so I will just say “I planned the table setting like that” Ha ha!
I really like using my hamburger boards because of the little fry baskets that fit in the end slot!
It makes for lots of table conversations and seems so personalized.
Speaking of personalized, the little cupcake name tag holders are another of my oldie but goodies.
Below photos show the Charcuterie Board as I put it together.
In addition to purple and green grapes, there are breads and crackers, olives, pimento cheese spread, dried apricots, cherries, blueberries, bananas, strawberries, salomi, smoked sausage, heirloom cherry tomatoes, Brie cheese with hot pepper jelly, Kiwi, pineapple, orange, apple and pear slices.
The hamburger boards will hold sloppy joes and the fry baskets will hold french fries cooked in the air fryer.
Casual and fun.
Blessings Always and have a very special Valentine’s Day!!!
1 Corinthians 13:4-5: Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.
Song of Solomon 8:7: Many waters cannot quench love; rivers cannot wash it away.
My dear friend Rita has taken the time out from her recent move from her lovely loft home to a larger home with beautiful gardens, etc. I am amazed at how she found the time to organize several blog hops and move too! Kudos Rita!!!
There are so many designers and stylists….what fun to see their offerings.
The links are as follows!
Rebecca says
Kari, I just adore those precious vintage inspired Valentine’s Day card plates! They are darling! Your charcuterie board looks amazing! I’m getting hungry just looking at it. I love the casual yet very festive table you designed. Red and white is such a classic color combination for Valentine’s Day. I hope you have a romantic holiday with your Captain!
Ann+at+Corner+of+Plaid+and+Paisley says
Kari, I adore your vintage Valentine plates!! They are so cute and bring back so many memories of the old fashioned valentines card we used to give out in grade school!!! a you gorgeous stemware pairs perfectly with your plates- so sorry to hear you lost a few. Your charcuterie board looks fabulous!! I hope you have a sweet Valentines Day!! Always a pleasure to hop with you! XOXO
Kari says
thank you Ann…I guess I’m dating myself because they haven’t had valentine card exchanges in schools for years. LOL and it is such a shame, I think kids today are missing out on many of our school traditions. Have a great day and stay warm.
Maureen says
You have so many fun elements on your table Kari, I don’t know where to start! You really brought me on a trip down memorial lane. I too would agonize over choosing the right card for each classmate and would anxiously await digging into my Valentine card box at school to see if me current “crush” gave me a special card! I need to be on the look out for plates like these. They are fun, fun fun! Your charcuterie board centrepiece is such a great idea. The little fry baskets are so cute! I have seen them in the kitchen stores, but now you have inspired me to pick some up next time! Adorable table that has given me tons of inspiration and ideas!
Kari says
Wasn’t that fun picking out special valentines and I always enjoyed the treats made by the mothers of fellow classmates to drink with our milk. Sometimes there were colorful cupcakes and sometimes there were frosted cookies. Those were the nice memories. Thanks for stopping by.
Blessings
Marsha says
Hi Kari, I feel like I am back in my saddle shoes exchanging cards with my classmates too. There is such a rush of memories with your gorgeous Valentine’s Day salad plates. They are exactly like the cards which I signed and put into their little white envelopes to share with my special friends in school. Your charcuterie board looks so yummy and certainly great for a quick fix for last minute entertaining. I love them. A glass of Syrah and nibbles from the board is perfect for celebrating this special day. Plus, I am in love with you place card holders. Cupcakes are my favorite. They made me hungry. Thank you for a trip down memory lane. Happy Valentine’s Day.
Kari says
It was so much fun putting together the charcuterie board…and it is only limited by your imagination. Yes, I have special fond memories of the card exchanges and fixing up a shoebox to use for my received valentines. thanks for stopping by.
Kari
Sandy says
Dear Kari,
So sorry to be so late to hop in here, but I’ve been busy. I loved your table and the memories it brought back for me as a kid. Those days were so fun. We worked hard on our Valentine cards deciding who to give them too. We even made some of our own.
The Chiefs game almost gave me a heart attack. lol Ron kept saying they’ve won, but I kept saying it’s not over yet. lol Not even during the last 13 seconds.
Hugs to you and the Captain,
Sandy
Kari says
Oh Sandy…I about had a heart attack 3 days in a row…the Jayhawks played Saturday right down to the wire and then the Chiefs had their close game and then the Jayhawks on Monday went into a double overtime. WOW! All these overtime games are so stressful !! Thanks for stopping by my dear friend. Hugs to you and Ron
Thrifting Wonderland says
Hi Kari, Your vintage inspired Valentine plates bring back so many memories of making sure each child in class received a Valentine. Really enjoyed your charcuterie boards. I’ve been experimenting with them and yours are an inspiration. So enjoyed your posting. Have a great Valentine’s Day.
Lynne, Thrifting Wonderland
Kari says
Thanks Lynne…the schools have changed for sure. Someone said they stopped the cards because some kids wouldn’t get a card… but we under stood that EVERYONE got a card. Have a great day.
Nancy says
Those vintage Valentine plates are adorable! How lucky you are to have them! The charcuterie board is such a delight for easy entertaining… and an edible centerpiece is putting this all over the top!
Thanks for the inspiration! Hugs!
Kari says
Nancyy, We love to “graze” and snack and a charcuterie board is perfect for that. Thank you my dear friend for stopping by.
Sarah says
Kari, your darling plates take me back to both childhood and my years teaching young children in lower elementary school. It was so important to get the right card for the right person! When I was teaching, I added a bit of personalization to the concept. As homework leading up to Valentine’s Day, each child was to write a personal message to the friend on each of their cards. We talked about how they could tell their friend something special about them that they liked or appreciated. They were to write five cards a night. Once sentence was expected, but many wrote more. Then on the day of the party, it was heartwarming to see the children open their “mail”, read the message, then they would rush over to the friend and say something in return. It was truly the best party!
Great idea to have a charcuterie boards. They are always so pretty and well accepted! Beautiful job on your table, Kari. Always fun to hop with you, talented friend. Thanks for the inspiration and Happy Valentines!
Kari says
What a great idea Sarah and what a great teacher you were. Kids need to feel special and you reinforced that. I’m not sure we have many teachers like you anymore and that is a shame. Blessings always
Shannon@Belle Bleu Interiors says
Oh Kari, my family would absolutely love this table. We never go out on Valentine’s Day. My husband and I have always celebrated it with our children. My boys and hubby dearly love sloppy joe sandwiches. Your charcuterie board looks scrumptious. I adore those sweet Valentine plates. They remind me of the cards we used to give our classmates. I wish they still made cards like that. I hope that you have a very Happy Valentine’s Day!
Kari says
Thanks Shannon, we don’t go out either…we like to spend a cozy evening at home and I try to come up with something a bit different each year. We are having a couple from church come over and we will probably play board games after we get through “grazing”. thanks for stopping by.
Ricki Treleaven says
The vintage Valentine’s Day card plates are adorable! They remind me of my childhood, too. I remember that some of those old boxes had one “special” card in them, and I’d agonize over who the lucky recipient would be, LOL! BRILLIANT having your charcuterie board as your centerpiece. We have Cheese Plate Friday Night almost every week, and we love it, although I’ve never seen a board as cool as yours! I also like the baskets for the fries. CUTE table!
Happy Valentine’s Day!
XO,
Ricki Jill
Kari says
thanks Ricki Jill… those were special times in school! We like to “graze” with our eating snacks especially on game nights. thank for stopping by
Sandra @ Dinner at Eight says
Kari, this is casually cute! The tablecloth is pretty and I love the red glassware. Your table is perfect for a get-together with friends, followed by a fun Valentine movie.
Kari says
True Sandra and we like to watch college basketball, the NFL and baseball and we like to eat !!! All I need now is one of your special desserts!!!
the Painted Apron says
So much cuteness here Kari! I adore the sweet red heart tablecloth and it’s perfect with your fun vintage Valentine plates~ sorry about the glass breakage, but it’s great to mix and match. The charcuterie goodie centerpiece is brilliant for an intimate little dinner party and your burger boards are so fun! I also love your cupcake place card holders, so sweet {pun intented :)} What fun we have with these blog hops, isn’t it amazing how different everyone’s tables are, each one special in it’s own way! Yes, it’s been freezing here too, I spent several very chilly days wrapped up in an electric blanket! Have a wonderful Valentine’s Day with your Captain 💝 ❤️ 💝
Jenna
Rita C. says
Oh my, Kari! Once past the nostalgia of the cute valentine plates, I am in LOVE with not only your hamburger tray/baskets and charcuterie board(s), but the actual thing makes my mouth truly water (and I already had lunch!). Wow, casual at its best. That’s the kind of sit down celebration that makes for great new memories while prompting old ones. Sorry for your oopsies on the two wine glasses, but the martinis are just as fitting! Cheers to a fun and festive Valentine’s Day celebration (with perhaps your Chiefs taking the trophy??). Love you being a part of this.
btw – the link didn’t take me to the post you intended but no worries, I just typed valentine cards in the search box and three posts popped up (including this one). Worked like a charm!
sandraleegx2 says
I love the nostalgic feel on this pretty table and those plates are really cute. An adjustable charcuterie board is also a really clever and useful idea. Stay safe my friend!
Karins Kottage says
Kari this is the sweetest! Those Valentine cards just bring back so many memories! I think my mom still has some of mine from grade school. I too remember taking time to write out a little note to each friend. Such a great idea to use them on your tablescape like this! You have inspired me to think outside the box!
Karin
Bonnie Morgan says
Kari, Your Valentine plates are so nostalgic for me. I labored over just the right card for my classmates too.I have so many fond memories of those elementary school Valentine parties.
Your charcuterie board is so inviting and a work of art.
The Valentine heart table cloth was perfect to set off your Valentine plates.
So glad you shared the scripture,”Let all you do be done in love” from Corinthians.
Blessings to you dear Kari. I still rejoice over your healing.❤️❤️❤️
Ross says
As always, it’s lovely to read your blogs and they always make me smile, especially your attention to every little detail.
I hope you and yours are keeping well. Hold them close honey.
Love and hugs from across the pond.
Ross x
Linda Primmer says
Good morning Kari, such a fun post. I adore those vintage inspired plates too. I think we all want them. What a wonderful charcuterie board you created. Plenty of yummy snacks for everyone. The cupcake place card holders are darling. A perfect tablecloth to show off your Valentine goodies. Always a pleasure to hop along with you.
mhhwarmcozy says
Kari, I remember school Valentine cards but not how much thought I put into them! I was definitely not demonstrating 1 Cor 16: 14.
Your table setting and special plates are like a visit from the past. And that centerpiece charcuterie board is nifty. You must get a lot of use out of it when entertaining.
Happy Valentine’s Day,
Rachelle
Lisa B. says
Oh my goodness. Your table settings are adorable. Love the boards with the little fry baskets and those dishes are absolutely precious. Happy Valentine’s Day to you and yours.
Karen says
I LOVE the “vintage” valentine plates! I would buy those in a heartbeat! Please post if you remember where you got them. 🙂
Kari says
Thanks Karen. I don’t remember when or when I got them but as I told Patti below…The Valentine salad plates are By Rosanna and I have had them for years. When I did a declutter of my dish pantry, I re-discovered them.
Thanks for stopping by.
Debbee says
Oh dear Kari, your nostalgic Valentines plates warm my heart (even looking out the window of 6 plus inches of snow and knowing it’s only in the teens) and elicits happy memories from elementary school (a very LONG time ago lol!). In addition to carefully organizing the cards, I also remember how much I enjoyed crafting my card box out of a shoebox. Then waiting all day in school, riding the bus home, walking through the snow, and finally the fun of opening all the little cards inside. Mom usually made hot chocolate and dad always brought home his 3 little girls heart-shape boxes of chocolates. Thanks so much for taking me back there! Also want to comment on that incredible and versatile wooden board/server loaded with delectable snacks and sweet treats.
Kari says
Oh. Debbee, I remember those days so well. (Does that mean we are getting old when we wax nostalgic? LOL) I would work on my shoebox valentine box for days and days before guarding it carefully on the way to school. You re right when you say the weather was usually snowy, at least in the Midwest. And remember the treats our mother’s would take turns bringing on Valentine’s Day? I looked forward to the heart shaped sugar cookies with pink or red frosting to go along with our little carton of milk. Ahhhhh (sigh) those were the good old days. Thanks for stopping by my friend.
Cecilia says
Hi Kari! I haven’t had breakfast yet and your charcuterie board is making me hungry! Love, love, love your old-fashioned valentine plates–at first glance I thought they were vintage valentines at each setting. So fun! Pinned! Blessings, Cecilia @My Thrift Store Addiction
Kari says
Thanks Cecilia….We love to “graze” while we eat and a charcuterie board gives us a good excuse. Although I really don’t need an excuse…just a better way of seeing all the board has to offer at one time. LOL
Have a great and safe day.
Blessings!
Patti @ Pandora's Box says
Your charcuterie board made my mouth water!! Looks delicious! Your plates are adorable and also bring back childhood memories for me – choosing who gets which valentine!!! The boards, french fry baskets are so unique – I have never seen anything like those. Well done! Have a Happy Valentines Day!
Kari says
Thanks for stopping by Patti! The Valentine salad plates are By Rosanna and I have had them for years. When I did a declutter of my dish pantry, I re-discovered them. Don’t ya just love when that happens?
Have a great and wonderful Valentine’s Day.
Everyday Living says
Kari, I am smitten by those adorable Valentine plates. How I would love to find those. A charcuterie board is perfect for entertaining and I must say yours is amazing. There is just something about a grazing appetizer that appeals to me. The heart tablecloth is perfect for Valentine’s Day. Your casual table and menu is ideal for entertaining. Thank you for the beautiful scripture dear one ♥️
Kari says
Good morning my dear friend…..first off the Valentine plates are very old…that much I remember with this feeble “Chemo Brain” LOL…. but the box says set of 4 dessert plates by Rosanna! Perhaps EBAY or ETSY might have them?
The Captain and I love to “graze” and we have found that our friends love it too, because that is way too much food for two people to eat! I have pared it down for the two of us many times and it is still a great and fun way to eat….especially while watching my favorite sports, which is about all we watch these days on the TV.
Hugs and Blessings
Mary says
Good Morning Kari! Your vintage-inspired Valentine plates are darling! I especially love the little boy with ‘Every road to my happiness leads to my Valentine’. 🙂 Your hamburger and fry basket boards are so fun for serving and casual dining. We love a charcuterie board for easy entertaining, and who doesn’t love an edible centerpiece? Love those ‘You’re my cupcake’ placeholders too! As always, it’s a treat to join you at the table and hop with you. Happy Tuesday ♥
Kari says
Thank you Mary for your kind comments. It feels like Christmas when we join these blog hops and open up such beautiful and inspirational tables. Stay warm today. I woke up to 49 degrees in my normally sunny Florida, so can only imagine how much colder it is up North. Have a great Valentine’s Day!