Spring Tablesetting

I found Between Naps on the Porch several months ago and it quickly became one of my favorites. As many of you know, I love dishes!

When I visit her site and visit all the blogs that share their creative tables I am inspired!

I incorporate formal dinner events in all of my classes at school.

I do this for several reasons: I love it!; the students love it; it is an awesome activity for students to learn the art of hospitality, organization, creativity, planning and presentation; and there is something to be said about sitting down to a beautiful table and knowing that someone has gone to the trouble of preparing it just for you!:o)

OK, enough about why I teach how to set a table, now let me share with you my dining room table.

Mom B. and I went into the storage bin last Saturday to find these treasures. She has collected some beautiful things over the years and is sharing these beauties with me. While it isn't obvious from the photo, the cream plates are Pfaltzgraff, Tea Rose. I'm not sure of the name of the pink glass plates and bowls, but they really pop on the Tea Rose.

The stemmed glassware was my mothers. I was surprised when I discovered it matched the pink glassware of Mom B. I found the placemats and napkins at TJ MAXX last weekend. If you are familiar with the Tea Rose pattern, there is a small blue flower with a white center that matches those placemats. The napkin rings came from WM years ago! I mean years ago, so many that I can't remember. :0)

What is so cool about this tablesetting is not only the pretty dishes, but the memories Mom B. and I had once it was set.

Do you see the small pink glass tumbler? That was her moms!

Her mother was born in 1900 and died when Mom B. was only 10 years old. Mom B. is the youngest of 8 children. Her oldest sister gave her this pink glass set a few years ago.

The tumblers came with a pitcher that is also on the table. Do you see it in the background?

These pieces are obviously from the Depression era and have been handed down generations.

They are in perfect condition which is amazing considering how old they, how much they've been used and how often they've been packed and moved around.

My favorite part of this story is that they will go on to the next generation and she will appreciate them as much as the past.

How cool to use glassware that you know has graced tables for over 70 years!

One last look. :o)



One last thought. Dad B. was admitted to the hospital last night with a high temperature and infection. He is in the ICU step down program at the hospital. Please lift him and Mom B. up in prayers. Pray for strength and peace.

Dear Heavenly Father, please watch over these dear ones we love. Give them a good night's rest, and a calm spirit. Guide the health care professionals as they tend to Dad B. and give them wisdom in making decisions. It's in Jesus name I pray. Amen
XOXO

Theresa