Thursday, September 26, 2013

a simple early Fall table setting

 

We arrived home from our vacation a few short days ago.

I spent my first day home grocery shopping and unpacking several bags of luggage.

I was exhausted at the end of the day.

While shopping, I found this bouquet of Smoke Bush.

I fell in love with its deep, rich hues. Its leaves change colors in the afternoon and evening sunlight. 


Our sweet neighbor, who cared for my house plants while we were away, brought me these beautiful white pumpkins yesterday.

Although I haven't begun decorating for Fall yet, I know that they will find the perfect place to spend the season.






  

Now that we've settled after our long trip, I will begin decorating for the Fall season.

                I'm looking forward to sharing our home with you next week.








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37 comments:

  1. Hi Suzanne,
    Thank you so much for stopping in on my humble blog. Thank you more for leaving a lovely comment!!
    Now onto you...I love your photography! Your blog is gorgeous. I just got here so I have a lot of exploring to do!
    I know after I read a few posts that I will want to know where you go that wonderful burlap tablecloth with the ruffled edge in this post.
    Have a fantabulous rest of your weekend!!!
    Fondly-Lisa

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    1. Hi Lisa!
      Thanks for coming by! And thank you for your kind comments.
      I change my dining room tablecloths monthly/seasonally . . . and made this burlap tablecloth specifically for the End-of-Summer. You'll see it in other photographs on my blog if you look around at other posts.
      I'm working on a new tablecloth for October/Halloween . . . and hope to share it this week.
      Come back again soon :0)
      Have a beautiful weekend,
      Suzanne

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  2. Good morning Suzanne, Your simple choices for this lovely table are perfect for a crisp fall day. The burlap table cloth is charming contrasted with your beautiful white china and the white pumpkins. I love the chargers, they add a nice structural element to a table setting.

    Enjoy your day,
    Candy

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    1. Hi Candy,
      I enjoyed reading your comment . . . Thanks so much for coming by.
      Have a beautiful weekend,
      Suzanne

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  3. What a gorgeous table arrangement for the fall! I love the burlap with the white contrast.

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  4. Thanks, Ashley!
    Hope you come by again soon to see photos of our home decorated for Fall.
    Have a beautiful weekend,
    Suzanne

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  5. Your tablescape with the white pumpkins and beautiful fall foliage is so lovely!!
    Thank you so much for stopping by,
    Mary Alice

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    1. Thanks, Mary Alice!
      Hope you come by again soon.
      Have a great week,
      Suzanne

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    2. Suzanne,
      I've never seen smoke bush but it's such a pretty fall addition.
      Karen

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  6. Gorgeous white table and that smokebush is stunning!

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  7. Hi Kayla!
    Thanks for the invitation. See you there!
    Have a great week,
    Suzanne

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  8. I love the white tablescape, it looks beautiful

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  9. This is stunning. I love the simplicity of the all white, the boo pumpkins are perfect and wow, those leaves are the most beautiful centerpiece. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty

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    1. Thanks so much, Marty!
      So happy you came by!
      Have a beautiful week,
      Suzanne

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  10. In the yard next door, they cut down the smoke bush and I was devastated. I have to get one for my garden now, especially since I've seen your post featuring its beauty. Love all the white -- very elegant yet toned down by the gorgeous burlap tablecloth.

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    1. Hi Jennie!
      So happy you came by!
      I had never seen Smoke Bush until last week. Their deep, rich beauty instantly caught my eye.
      I would love to see a real smoke bush growing in a garden. I can only imagine how beautiful it is in the sunlight. I think I'm going to have to Google it :0)
      Hope you come back again soon.
      Have a great week,
      Suzanne

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  11. Beautiful! So simple and gorgeous!

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  12. Hi Suzanne, I love the whites you have here. I adore small white pumpkins and they seem to be woefully absent around here. Thanks bunches for the visit, Olive

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  13. It looks so simple and beautiful! I love your ruffled burlap tablecloth!

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  14. Your table is amazing. So calm and that smoke branch makes such a nice contrast! Beautiful! Thanks for sharing your early fall table at TUTORIALS TIPS AND TIDBITS!

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  15. This is very pretty : ) I have a smoke bush and often clip a branch or two as a backdrop for summer flower bouguets...I did not know florists used it though! :)

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  16. perfectly simple and beautiful!

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    1. Thanks, Laura!
      Have a great weekend,
      Suzanne

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  17. beautiful, i love the basics~

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  18. Beautiful Suzanne! I have a Smoke Bush in my garden. Have never thought of bringing any of the branches inside before. Sure will now! White pumpkins are among my favorites. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  19. Suzanne, I've not pulled out any fall decor yet. I love the simplicity of your white. This looks perfectly elegant!
    The white pumpkins are my favorite.

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    1. Hi Sarah,

      So happy you came by!
      I'm a little slow at decorating this year . . . and still not finished. I'm ok with it though . . . Fall is a long season here in Southern California ;0)
      Wishing you a happy weekend,
      Suzanne

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  20. I love the quiet simplicity of your table Suzanne. And what a lovely blessing to receive such perfect white pumpkins from your neighbor.
    Wishing you an Extraordinary weekend!

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    1. Thanks, Diane . . .
      Your comment was very thoughtful.
      Hope you come back again soon.
      Have a beautiful weekend,
      Suzanne

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    2. Simply lovely Suzanne! I am using a similar palette of white and natural elements this year too. Love your beautiful photos.

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  21. So pretty! Love the colors, calm and serene...
    Thanks so much for sharing at AMAZE ME MONDAY!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  22. I absolutely love the white, it's beautiful!! I'd love for you to link up at my craft party this week at Sewlicious Home Decor!

    Marti

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  23. Oh my gosh, your fall table setting is stunning. The white pumpkins and burlap work so well together! I'd be thrilled if you'd come on over to Pink Recipe Box and link up at Creative Wednesdays: http://pinkrecipebox.com/creative-wednesdays-with-pink-recipe-box-12

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  24. Anonymous4:12 AM

    Beautiful...love your neutral colors for fall...

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  25. Simply Gorgeous as always! : ) Hugs and hope to see you today! hugs...

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  26. Love your white dishes! Would you share what they are?

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