A Fourth of July Tablescape

Today I am participating for the first time in Susan's Tablescape Thursday at Between Naps On The Porch.  Although I always set my table, I never remember to take pictures.  So, I wrote myself a note to remember to take pictures of our Fourth of July table.  I know having to write myself a note is pretty sad, but it worked.

There were five of us celebrating the Fourth in our home, and we had a great time.

This is an overview of the entire table.  I have the hardest time taking pictures in my dining room, but this gives you an idea.

I don't know how long I've had this tablecloth, but I used it for my son's first birthday, and he is thirty-three years old.  I loved it when I purchased it, and it is still a favorite of mine.

The next two pictures are two of the place settings.  The chargers are actually plates I picked up at one of the dollar stores, but I'm not sure which one.  They were available with blue or red rims, and I got some of each.  The are topped with White Coupe Centura.  They are part of one of the sets of dishes I got when we got married - almost thirty-nine years ago.  We have used them every day over all of those years.  I chose these as my every day dishes, and a lot of people had something to say about me choosing all white.  I know you all know how versatile they are.  The flatware is stainless Paul Revere by Oneida, and the glasses are Fostoria, but I don't remember the pattern name.  I've had the napkins almost as long as I've had the tablecloth.  I often use ribbon instead of napkins rings, and I keep a selection on hand.

I had boxes of Cracker Jack's at each setting as a fun treat, and the votives provided us our own personal firework.

The runner came from Kohl's, and it was a bargain reduced from $24.99 to less than nine dollars including tax.  The star garland and the Uncle Sams were purchased at Michael's after they marked down the holiday goodies.  I have had the bucket for at least ten years, and it came from Michael's, too.  I found the flags and streamers at Party City.  And, our garden conveniently added the blue hydrangeas.

Our menu consisted of roasted, barbecued pork, hotdogs and buns with chili and coleslaw, baked bean casserole, sweet potato salad, fresh green beans and chips.  And, for dessert there were red velvet cupcakes - or Cracker Jacks.  I had watermelon, too, but everyone was too full for another bite.

Comments

[Kathleen]

Love the tablecloth and the cracker jack boxes! What a great idea!

[Penny @ Lavender Hill Studio & The Comforts of Home]

What a great 4th table! I love all the red white and blue.
Hugs,
Penny

[~*~ Patty Szymkowicz]

What an absolutely gorgeous table, every detail is just SO fine!

Beverly these photos could be in Home and Garden Magazine or Southern Living = perfect eye candy!

[Pat]

Beverly, this is a spectacular 4th of July table!

[karen]

This is a great holiday tablescape. Everything is perfect. Love the idea of the Cracker Jacks. Your centerpiece is so cute as is the Uncle Sams. Thanks for sharing.

[Shelia]

Oh, Dear Beverly! What a marvelous patriotic table! I just love everything about it - the tablecloth, the dishes, the centerpiece (those hydrangeas! ) and the little pretties all around! I would have loved to be sitting here! Great job, sis!
Be a sweetie,
shelia ;)

[bj]

I just LOVE LOVE LOVE your pretty table, Beverly. I am so glad you decided to join in on TT. It is so much fun.
I used Cracker Jacks at my table, too...I looked every where for the oones that were in the old fashioned boxes (saw them at Cherry Hill) but couldn't find them..So, since the regular ones had the red white and blue, I got those.
I really enjoyed all your pretty photos, too!!

[Sheila]

Beverly, it is absollutely adorable! Love your tablscloth, the napkins with ribbons, the centerpiece, the china... all of it! GREAT job! It is fun and festive and so well put together. You did a super duper job, my friend!

Happy TT...

XO,

Sheila :-)

[CrossRoads]

What a super decorated table setting! Colors match in a perfect balance. Big thanks to you for taking time to create this, and sharing magic moments with your family.

[Judy]

Wow...that's the nicest looking table setting for a hotdog menu that I have ever come across!

[Theresa@TakeASentimental Journey]

Pretty table Beverly ! Love the tablecloth and the menu sounded divine !

[Gabriela]

Hello Beverly,

This is such an elegant post. Love the blue hydrangeas!

~ Gabriela ~

[Amy]

Love, love, love your patriotic table. The Cracker Jacks bring back memories from childhood. Your details are just fabulous. Enjoy Tablescape Thursday! Amy :)

[Pat]

Hi Beverly!
Your 4th of July tablescape is so festive and pretty! I love the addition of the Cracker Jack...that is so American and it made me smile.
As you read in my blog we had our hot dogs at Nathans on the 4th ...and went to the circus! It was a fun day! Summer has been keeping me busy and outside once the weather finally stopped raining..lol Hope you are enjoying your summer also. Hugs, Pat

[kristi]

The cracker jacks are such a perfect addition! Beautiful 4th of July table.

[Fifi Flowers]

Looks like the PERFECT 4th of July tablescape!

[Kathryn@BonafideSouthern]

Very festive! Looks like you had a great 4th of July!

[Annie]

What a happy table. I love the Cracker Jacks boxes and of course, the red velvet cupcakes are perfect for a July 4th celebration.

[joyce]

Love the table and love the menu especially the sweet potatoe salad which sounds so interesting. I want to say that since I posted your lemon cream cake recipe it has been a big hit with some of the other blog gals and they all thank you and I thank you too:)
Joyce

[Lori]

I just love that you used Cracker Jacks as part of your place settings! What a fabulous idea, and how much more American can it get??? Bravo! ~Lori

[Christi at A Southern Life]

Wonderful table. Love those chargers. Happy TT!

Christi

[Chandy]

What a beautiful table, Beverly, so patriotic and fun! Your napkins are just set beautifully...

[Tina @ Enchanted Rose Studio]

Hi Beverly! Love your fun and festive patriotic tablescape. The tablecloth is great and I love the plates! The crackerjacks are too adorable, you clever girl! I adore your centerpiece! It is really pretty! Love the blue hydrangeas mixed with the patriotic accents, and that jardiniere is fabulous!

Thanks for sharing your RW&B festive table!

Tina

[Mary]

Great table ideas, so cheerful - know you celebrated and had fun!

My granddaughter Jasmin would like to post on Pink Saturday Beverly. Her blog is Live Love Laugh at http://livelovelaugh-jasmin.blogspot.com/

Jasmin is enjoying blogging and as she does a lot of traveling with us should have interesting posts! Hope you can add her to the newcomer list this week. Thanks.

[Kathleen]

Great table Beverly! The cracker jacks are a cute touch..and that tablecloth is wonderful!

[Felecia]

Very patriotic table. Nice job.

[lynne lynnesgiftsfromtheheart]

Beverly, I love your tablescape. The table cloth is darling and the napkins sure put the special touch to your wonderful dishes.. The meal you had sounds so yummy.. not a good thing this late at night..lol.. Love the cracker jacks what a darling touch. See you Saturday darling..hugs ~lynne~

[dining delight]

So glad you wrote yourself a note! Your tablescape is lovely. That tablecloth still looks so red even after so many years of use. How nice you have fresh hydrangeas to add the blue to your table!

DD

[Sares@ Loveleigh Treasures]

Everything looks very festive! I love the Cracker Jack boxes, they take ma right back to childhood. Your dinner sounds like the typical American BBQ celebration food-YUM! The hydrangeas are a favorite of mine in the summer too. I'm glad you enjoyed your 4th of July.

I also wanted to let you know I have a little something for you at my blog if you would like to come by when you get the chance. Thank you Beverly and I'll see you for Pink Saturday!

[Lynn Wheeler]

wow Beverly...this is too funny. Your dinner sounds exactly like my 4th of July....right down to the blue hydrangeas. I even had the same 4th of July decorations in my arrangement as you and I made red velvet cupcakes with the little flags too...in fact, that is what my Pink Saturday is about tomorrow. Great minds think alike. xo Lynn

[Lynn Wheeler]

I forgot to say, your crackerjack boxes were the perfect touch!

[Jane]

What a perfect July 4th table!!! I love the use of the Cracker Jacks...very whimsical. The elegant hydrangeas mixed with that adorable bucket and Americana decorations was inspired. Great job!!!

[LillySue]

That is the most BEAUTIFUL Independence Day table I have EVER seen! You have inspired me to give it a go next year!
Blessings~LillySue

[Brenda Kula]

I'm enchanted with your gorgeous table! I cannot for the life of me find cloth napkins that don't cost a fortune and aren't ugly. I love yours! I've been thinking of just sewing some myself. Well, I had a good time looking at all your pretties. Please come back again and join us!
Brenda

[Katherine]

I'm still trying to get around to all the tablescapes!
I really like your patriotic setting! Very nice!

Katherine

[Tracy Suzanne]

What a beautiful all American table setting! From the arrangement to the cracker jacks I just love it. Your lucky family must be look forward to every meal.