A Casual, Rustic St. Patrick’s Day Tablescape….yes, my friends…after many, many years of setting a St. Patricks Day tablescape…there isn’t really much more one can do with one’a available decor.
Of course, one could go out and buy new items, which some stylists do, but I chose to use what is already in my “stash” as we into tablescaping often call our decor.
I have to share one bit of info about my stash (that seems to have a life of it’s own as it grows and grows).
When I was ill, It was determined that I could have died several times over.
I am not trying to be morbid about this…but I say that to say this.
I learned much later…well after my illness that NO ONE wanted my treasured tablescaping decor!
(By that I mean…. that after I pass away and go to live with my Father in Heaven and it is time to go through my things.)
Yikes!!!!!!
Really????
No one????
Not my daughter, not my daughters-in-law, not my grand daughters or sons, etc!!
You see, apparently none of my family has the same desires (as I do) of setting special tables for every s-i-n-g-l-e holiday or special event.
What????
Are they not from my loins? ;0
Oh, they like the occasional pretty table…but with their own minimal “stuff” and not mine.
Sigh!
Okay, seriously now….that is ok…however, this little bit of information has made me rethink my normal impulses of buying that flatware service for 8 that has the cute cupie doll on the handles to add to my other 50 sets (or more) of flatware.
Or those adorable stemmed glasses/goblets in that unusual shade of lime green.
And the tiny (but cute) deck of cards perched on a napkin ring holder, which of course would encircle one of the many, many, many sets of linen napkins.
And don’t forget those sweet salad plates featuring 1920’s bathing suit models posing prettily in the center of the plates.
AND that over-stuffed cabinet full of tablecloths and place mats.
Not to mention the Fed Ex driver who delivers the many boxes to my doorstep.
I mean he counts on me….
He looks forward to delivering boxes.
It is his job security.
Sigh!
But alas, I have finally come to realize that my large hobby of collecting dishes is mine and mine alone.
I even asked my only daughter if there wasn’t at least one thing she might like to have and she said…”oh, maybe one of your cookbooks”!!!!
Are you kidding me?
I have a whole library of cookbooks that take up all four shelves of two large kitchen cabinets!
One?
Just ONE??????
So you see my reluctance to add even more table decor to my already bulging dish pantry and storage areas.
Sorry, just give me a moment to collect myself.
Sniff!
So this table setting is very casual, rustic so to speak.
Everything pulled from my existing stash.
For this tablescape,……
I started with a burlap tablecloth.
The placemats are made of twigs…very rustic.
The plate stack is “wood grained melamine” consisting of dinner plate, salad plate, salad bowl and a drinking glass.
VERY casual.
The green plaid napkin sits under the plate stack.
In addition to the wood-grained drinking glass, I have used a cone-shaped beer glass.
I started to use the tall pilsners, but felt they were off balance with the other glasses.
So they went back in the “glasses” cabinet and the shorter ones remained.
After all, St. Patrick’s day would not be a day without it’s share of Guinness.
For the centerpiece, I used a pair of green suspenders and Irish Tam O’ Shanter, surrounded by shamrock garland and two Irish figurines with umbrellas.
A green plaid napkin sits under the bowl rather than the familiar left side of the plate stack.
The flatware is “twig” flatware. I have the silver and the bronze and as you can see, I chose the bronze for this table.
Part of the centerpiece is the two little Irish (lass and lassie) figurines holding green umbrellas.
They are surrounded by the garland of shamrocks.
Rustic?
Yes!
Casual?
Yes!
The menu is all too familiar with many St. Patrick’s Day Dinners.
My menu is as follows:
St. Patrick’s Day Menu
Irish Soda Bread
Irish Potato Soup
Corned Beef & Cabbage
Pistachio Pineapple Salad
Apple Cake
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For every care, a promise,
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For every problem life sends,
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And an answer for each prayer.
Do you have plans to decorate your table for St. Patrick’s Day?
Are you planing a special dinner?
Blessings Always
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Such a lovely table with a warm rustic feel. The lass and lassie are darling as is tam o’shanter. The twig placemats and flatware are wonderful to tie in with the melamine wood. I think most of us tablescapers have way too much stuff. Have your every seen the George Carlin special about stuff? Not sure if my kids would want my stuff. A pleasure hopping along with you.
thanks Linda…I will check on the George Carlin special. He was so funny.
I love this rustic tablescape! The twig placemats and utensils are fabulous! My doctors have told me that due to my immune disorder I probably won’t see my 11 year old son graduate. I know my husband is going to go nuts trying to get rid of it lol. It’s not like he crafts. God has been so good to me, bringing me from the brink of death 4 times, so only He knows when He will bring me home to be in the arms of my Savior! However, I still tease my husband about the craft room & decor for every single holiday known to man that he’ll have to go through. The great thing about having a blog is that our families will still hear our voices and see our work for a lifetime! It was great hopping with you today! I’m so glad the Good Lord was merciful to you as well!
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I’m so sorry Niki for your journey…but as you know…”for me to live is Christ, and to die is gain” as Paul says in Philippians 1:21. I’ve said it is a win/win situation for me. 🙂 I believe God has a plan for us…you and me. Jeremiah 29:11. I have added you to my prayer list. Thanks for stopping by. Blessings!
Oh Kari – I’m right there with you! But I do have hopes that as my younger family members grow up, they’ll decide they actually do want some of my mountain of china. And if not, I’m going to suggest they sell it to Replacements.com or even take it to Goodwill. Maybe I’ll keep a list of younger tablescapers I know from the internet that they can contact to at least send it to good homes! In the meantime, I plan to take everyone else’s china as they’re downsizing! 🙂 All that aside, your table is lovely! You totally did a fabulous job with what you already had, and your figurines are darling! SO nice to share Debbee’s lovely hop with you, and I hope you have a wonderful St Patrick’s Day!
I think of my dishes as extended family…is that a bit strange? LOL Thanks for stopping by.
Dear Kari,
I loved your rustic table setting. When my grandparents died everyone fought over who gets what. lol Boy, those times have changed. I can sort of understand where your daughter is coming from though. Not everyone has the room for so many settings. I love all your table settings, Kari.
Continue getting stronger and staying well, Kari.
Love and hugs,
Sandy
Awe thanks my dear friend. You are so special to me. Hugs
Kari, I love the natural and casual vibe the burlap, twigs mats and copper flatware lends to your table. The faux bois melamine plates are another favorite. Wisk away the sweet figurines, shamrock garland and Tam O’Shanter and your tableware lends itself to woodland or early spring theme! I chuckled through your text about the FedEx driver and your conversation with your daughter. I have taken loads of sets of dinnerware to Habitat ReStore and Goodwill, only to buy something new at HomeGoods. I no longer buy more than four matching plates of anything and justify it by telling myself the price of four plates at HomeGoods is the equivalent of four Starbucks Lattes. 😊 Happy to hop with you again! ☘️
I hear you Mary…I had started buying only salad plates quite a while ago….but my stash is taking over. 😂
Your family may not want your table decor but I’m sure likeminded people like you would. Even if they donated it many thrifting ladies would eagerly buy it. My daughters will probably not want mine either. But I’m enjoying it now.🥰
I will continue to enjoy mine too. thanks for stopping by.
Kari, my heart aches for you that no one shares your tableware passion. I have two adult sons, so most of my stuff is likely not going to appeal to them either. Both do want someday the items passed down in the family I value most — sterling silver, crystal and china. Some are over or nearly 100 years old. Future DIL likes my more whimsical plates and enjoys helping fold napkins and style centerpieces. So we’ll see. Maybe you have a niece or friend to pass things to? You have set a charming, festive table that anyone would feel lucky to have a seat at.
thank you Debbee for your sweet words…I know I enjoy my “stuff” and probably will continue to collect as long as there is a nook or cranny to place them. LOL Have a great and wonderful St. Pat’s Day. You have such a lovely family. Give your little furry friend a hug for me. Mine is starting to fail and it breaks my heart. Blessings Always
I love your rustic St. Patrick’s Day Tablescape. I have stashes in TWO houses! YIKES! and i hope someone will want some of it one day! I cherish my Mom’s dishes!
Have a beautiful weekend my friend!
Thanks Nancy, I believe I have a stash big enough for 3 houses. I am almost sure that if I had a stash in two different houses…I would be wanting something that was in the wrong house and would be tempted to drive or fly to retrieve it, Yes, I am that bad. LOL Thanks for stopping by sweet friend. Hugs.
Kari, love that bright green Tam O’Shanter as a centerpiece on your casual, rustic table. I can just see you wearing it. A beautiful black watch tartan scarf serves as a runner on my St. Patrick’s table. My husband gifted it to me for table use. I feel your pain that our children are not interested in receiving our collection’s. You would think that grands going into their own apartments might be interested. Not so! Also trying hard not to pick up more cute items.
Tonight will probably be another nail biter
Thanks my friend……Oh Jan….I am a bit nervous about this game tonight. Not because Bill won’t be there…his coaches have been with him too long to not be able to “carry on”…but because the Big 12 is tough. And we all know that on any given night…anything can happen. I will be glued to the TV for sure. Rock Chalk Jayhawk!
oh my goodness Kari!! You had me laughing!! one cookbook!! all the stuff I have as well – I don’t think anyone of them would want any of it!! I can relate!! I have started taking stuff to a resale shop and selling the stuff I know I will not use again and just keep the solid colored pieces that I can reuse over and over with – dare I say it- new stuff!! My kids are great about giving me gift certificates to places I can purchase stuff for my tables – but that doesn’t mean they want it when I am gone!! Anyway – I love your rustic table – I always like a more natural look rather than sparkles – so your placesetting really appeals to me. I love the plaid Tam O’Shanter! very cute!! Have a fun St. Patty’s Day!☘️
Thanks for stopping by Ann…Unfortunately I will most likely purchase the lime green glasses…that is if I can find a nook or cranny to put them in. LOL I may leave them permanently on the table…you know like I just sat the table for my visitors. LOL
My dear Kari, I have a feeling I will be in the same boat as you in that no one will want my tableware when I’m gone. {sigh} And the comment about the FedEx driver made me chuckle. With that said, you’ve done a great job of pulling from the stash to complete a fresh take on the holiday table. I like the figurines and tam o’shanter especially.
I’m over here licking the wounds of last night’s game.Our guys just didn’t have the shooters like the night before, and it showed. Inconsistency is their downfall. Wishing your Jayhawks well, and now just hoping our Mountaineers get into the NCAA tourney. The Big 12 are, hands down, the basketball giants.
Rita…West Virginia will go to the dance…I feel sure of it…The Big 12 is the toughest league in all of basketball this year as you said. That is why it is difficult in our conference tournament. We play each other. Ugh! No matter what happens tonight….(I’m going to be sitting on the edge of my chair) I just hope we don’t meet the Mountaineers too soon in the Dance. I’m not sure we could win again.
thanks for your kind comments on my casual rustic table. Hugs and Blessings my friend.
This is wonderful Kari, I love the rustic feel with the wood plates and the twig placemats and flatware! Your centerpiece is so cute with the hat and sweet Irish figures surrouned by shamrocks. Your table is relaxed and inviting, perfect for St. Patrick’s Day and some leprechaun shenanigans! I am trying not to buy anything either, I have 2 houses overflowing with stuff! My daughter doesn’t want my stuff either, entertaining is so much more casual these days, all that wedding silver, yikes! I told my children to hire someone to hold an estate sale when I’m gone and I’ve apologized in advance for having so much stuff 😂 I know HomeGoods misses me! Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Aren’t our daughters surprising? I also said to her…”Surely there is one thing of my dishware you want” and she looked at me and politely said…”nope” !!!!! LOL I don’t think my kids will take the time for an estate sale…I think they will just toss it all in a series of boxes and head for the Goodwill store and dump them in their parking lot. LOL Oh well….Have a great St. Patrick’s Day my friend, I think I hear the FedEx man at my door.
Kari, first I would like to say I am so sorry to hear you have been ill. I understand a bit about this since I also have been ill which snowballed into blogging, and meeting new to me bloggers like yourself. I am hoping you are on the mend. You made me laugh so many times, I am one of those gals who is like what? You are giving things away? I want ALL THE THINGS! It is always hard for me to understand why folks do not want the items from their family members. I understand needing to pare down though, we live in a cozy cottage and I am running out of space, well, darn it anyway! So now I cannot have all the things I want. Poo! I enjoyed your rustic table setting. It made me feel welcomed to come in and sit a stay, chatting up the weather, your lovely finds, all while enjoying our fill of delicious treats. I cannot say I am a fan of Guinness though, teehee. Your figurines are adorable as well. I am looking forward to seeing more of your stories! Feel better soon.
Thank you Cara for your kind comments. I had Pancreatic Cancer and was on Chemo and Radiation for almost 10 months. (I’ve written about my journey in previous posts.). It is by God’s Grace that I am healed. I was given a one percent chance of surviving the 12 hour surgery. Welcome to our little group…it is always fun to “hop” with new people. Here is to many more hops with you. 🙂
So many great ideas. I love the silverware. So unique. It was fun hopping with you today. HUgs and blessings to you.
thank you so much for stopping by. Blessings always
Kari, I love your casual and rustic St. Patrick’s Day Table. I so identify with your quandary over your tabletop collections. We have one son and my sweet daughter-in-love who are very minimalistic. Of all of my dish collections, she has requested only one. I fear most of my “stuff” will end up in a yard sale. Perhaps, my grands will want some of it, I can only hope! Thanks for sharing, sweet friend 💚☘️💚
Pam I will most likely continue to keep collecting. I may have to stuff things under my bed or in the oven. LOL Oh my goodness, the ramifications for those storage areas…I may have to re-think this. Have a great and wonderful day my dear friend.
Kari, your casual rustic St. Patrick’s day table is perfect and I love it that everything came from your stash. The wood-grain melamine plates look real and definitely say “rustic” along with the twig placemats and flatware. I’m glad your tech issues have been resolved and enjoy your Guinness! Happy St. Patrick’s day to you.
P.S. If its any consolation, my kids wouldn’t want anything from my stash either lol.
thanks for stopping by Kim….and for your kind comments! Have a great and Blessed day.