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Sunday, May 30, 2010

MEMORIAL DAY DECORATIONS!!

HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY!!!

I am going to be linking this post to several parties through out the week. They are listed at the end of this post. I am still making my rounds visiting everyone for Pink Saturday!!

This is my last post until June 15th as I start vacation on June 7th.

This is my Patriotic Wreath that I have on my front door. I have to replace the bow because I just realized that the sun faded it .




I was off Saturday and Sunday Nights so we decided to celebrate with a family cook in on Sunday as I am working on Monday night. I do not have an outside grill because my yard is too small so I use my George Foreman a lot.

My Sons were coming over to eat so I decided to do my first tablescape!!



All of the dishes and my Ruby Red pieces are yard sale, flea market and thrift shop finds!!


The Patriotic Carolers are from the Christmas Tree Shop and Uncle Sam is a Yard Sale find



The small bowl is Liberty Blue China


I mixed and matched pieces!


Below is another piece of Liberty Blue



The only napkins I had that did not have flowers on them are these with the B on them . Our last name starts with a B.


The placemats were bought at T.J. Max at few years ago on Clearance. I only have 2 of them.


And yes, that is Betsy Ross. She is an old Avon Decanter.


This was a spur of the moment decision to throw this together. With 2 sons, I never really had the opportunity to set a fancy table.




They just shook their heads when they saw it. Danielle liked it. She is my Jim's girlfriend.
My daughter-in-love!

I am also linking this post to several Tuesday Tea Parties so I decided to get out more of my Blue and Red Transferware.



The 2 tea cups I am showcasing today are different patterns.



Yes, that is an Uncle Sam nutcracker. You guessed it, I bought him at a yard sale several years ago!

The candy jar I bought at an Estate sale for $1.00!! The sugar and creamer for $2.00 at a yard sale.

You can see that the patterns are different.






This sweet bear was bought for me by my husband. He used his comp points at the Moheghan Sun Casino that is located 5 minutes away from us. She sings "God Bless America"!! It is Kate Smith's voice!!


This plate depicts a scene from Williamsburg, Virginia.


This is the pattern of one of the tea cups and saucers.......


And this is the other.....




Now I have mentioned my sweet Savanna before. Here she is all decked out for the holiday!!


I guess she is saying that she would like to have some Tea!!


My pretty Savanna in her bandana!! She was a Shelter dog that we rescued 8 years ago. She was 2 years old at that time!!


On to my Living Room......

This Patriotic Girl was $3.00 at an Estate Sale last year!!



And here is my Patriotic Tree!!


There are red, white and blue lights and red, white and blue roses tucked into the tree!



This tree will stay decorated like this all summer until Labor Day. Then I turn it into a Fall Tree!!


Have to have a flag out in my back yard.....



This is the front of my house.....


This is the small flower bed under my Living Room window



My fountain...


My Patriotic flag....


Small flags in my pots. My annuals haven't taken off yet as I just planted them last week.

My Front Porch....




There are marigolds planted in that pot on the milk can but I just planted them so by next week, everything will start to fill in better.

Well, those are my Memorial Day Decorations and also my July 4th and Labor Day decorations!!

I will post again the week of June 14th but I will be checking in on every one when I am on vacation!!

I am linking to these parties. Please click on each party's link on my sidebar to visit all of the other participants in these great parties!!

BLUE MONDAY
SHOW OFF YOUR COTTAGE MONDAY
TEA CUP AND TEA TIME TUESDAY
REDNESDAY
TABLESCAPE THURSDAY

Thanks for stopping by today and every day that you take the time to visit me!!

Hugs,
Debbie

69 Dabble comments:

Denise@alloverroses said...

You sure know how to make it very festive! What a wonderful table setting. Thanks for sharing your Holiday with us.
Denise

Kerrie said...

Loved your patriotic post, all the beautiful plates and glassware!! Thanks for visiting my blog today and taking time to leave a comment. Your blog is beautiful! Kerrie

Victorian1885 said...

Hello Debbie
I Love your transferware! It looks like you are going to have a great dinner with your family..take care.

Wanda

The Polka Dot Closet said...

Debbie, You have got to have a 10,000 square foot storage unit in the back of your house! You have everything, for every holiday! It is lovely!

Carol

Stephanie ~ Angelic Accents said...

I just love your r/w/b tablescape! Did I ever tell you my gameroom is done in those colors?

Savanna is precious ~ Such a beauty with such big expressive eyes ~ hug her twice for me!

Big TX Hugs,
Stephanie
Angelic Accents

Elaine said...

I love how you have done everything in red,white and blue.. Quite fitting to celebrate this Memorial day.
Have a nice vacation...You leave on my birthday

bj said...

Beautiful decorations.
Have a blessed Memorial Day...
xo bj

Regina said...

Beautiful tribute and awesome decorations!
A blessed Memorial Day Debbie.
And Happy PS belated.

Debbie said...

Happy Memorial Day Debbie!~ You really went all out for this special day...and it looks fantastic.!~ Beautiful table setting, love the tree and all your outdoor touches too. Glad you had a little fun with some paint...seems I inspired many on that project...and so glad to do so. Enjoy.

Tennis Girl said...

Debbie,
Thanks for your sweet comments on my blog. I love your pretty transferware dishes, but pretty Savannah is the best :)
Robin

Olivia~ said...

Oh my sweetness I love your patriotic table! So inspirational! I am thinking of doing some 4th of July decorating myself! Oh my and your doggie is darling with his little bandana! As always a wonderful post by you my sweet dabbley friend!
squishy hugs,
Olivia

Kathy said...

Wow! Your house looks absolutely festive! I love the settings!
The pup caught my eye. So sweet. Hope you have fun with your boys and a blessed day,
Kathy

Shelia said...

Wow! Debbie! I salute you, New Dear Friend, at all your wonderful decorations for Memorial Day! I love your pretty wreath on your door and that table is stunning! Love all your dishes and accessories you've used. But I must say, that little Savanna has stolen my heart in her red, white and blue bandanna! Have a wonderful vacation and thanks for much for popping in to see me.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

SmilingSally said...

Debbie, you may have had sons, but you sure know how to "throw a table" together. I love your sweet dog too. Happy Blue Monday.

LV said...

You do everything in style. I do so enjoy your blog as you share some of the most beautiful things. I am sure you will enjoy your vacation, just be careful. You are one lucky lady. I saw on another blog where you had one another giveaway. Best wishes and keep it up.

The Victorian Parlor said...

Debbie,

It's all wonderful! Your tablescape is beautiful-I love how you mixed the blue and red china. Savanna is adorable and looks very patriotic in her bandanna:). Happy Memorial Day!

Blessings,

Kim

Manang Kim said...

I enjoy looking at your dishes, dog scarf and your front porch they are just stunning!! Happy Memorial day!


BM-Memorial day

Dolly said...

Wow you went all out Deb.
Everything looks wonderful!
I love your tablescape {especially the transferware}
And that lil fairy in the garden is too sweet!

Thanks for visiting, good luck with my give away!
xo
Dolly

shopannies said...

love all the red white and blue very pretty and patriotic.

Creative Carmelina said...

Hello Debbie!

i love your collection of transfer ware! it is gorgeous!

and i love your doggie!

enjoy your monday!

ciao bella
creative carmelina

Ginger said...

Very patriotic and festive tablescape. Love those red Johnson Bros plates. Your garden is lovely also. Hope you have a great vacation. Today is the last day of mine, YUUUUUCK, back to work for me!! HI HOOOOOOO, HI HOOOOO its off to work I go. LOL
Have a great one.
Hugs
Ginger

Kathy said...

Hello Debbie...I just found you!
This is my first visit here to your blog full of victorian LOVE!
Your table scape is wonderful for this weekend celebration!!!!
Waving the Red, White and Blue!!!!
Love to follow and keep and eye on what you've been up to,
xoxo~Kathy @
Sweet Up-North Mornings...
Please stop over when time allows...
Always enjoy a new visiitor!

DoanLegacy said...

Beautiful red, white and blue things you have!

Beth said...

Debbie, Savannah is a sweetie pie! You are lucky to have her and she is lucky to have you! I just love how you mixed your blue and red transferware. It looks awesome and so festive! Have a great vacation, Debbie!

Cindy (Applestone Cottage) said...

That is just fabulous! I love your table, you really did a great job! I have 5 of the liberty blue dinner plates and I just love them. Oh and your garden areas are just lovely too! You do a wonderful job in a small area, sooo charming!
Cindy

Martha's Favorites said...

Hi Debbie: It feels like I have not talked to you in forever! I love your table and the red, white and blue theme. Stunning! I would expect nothing less from you. Have a wonderful vacation my over the top friend! Blessings, Martha

Brenda-shabbycatsandroses said...

Hi Debbie, what a fantastic Patriotic tablescape you have set! Gorgeous!! Have a wonderful time on your vacation!!

Happy Teacup Tuesday!

Warmest Hugs, Brenda

Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage said...

Hi Debbie,
I am lovin your red, white, and blue! Everything looks wonderfully festive, including your furry child, Savanna! You know I have a lot of those red-rimmed dishes but I don't have the sugar and creamer. Wonderful tea post and I thank you for sharing. Thank you for joining me for Tea Time and I hope you have a wonderful and restful vacation.

Blessings,
Sandi

Shirl said...

Hello Debbie, I'm still making my Happy Birthday Pink Saturday visits. Thank you for stopping by and entering my giveaway. Came here and found your beautiful Patriotic post. What lovely things you have in this theme. YOur dishes are stunning, love Betsy Ross in the center, your wreath is so pretty, I've been looking for one. Savanna looks so cute in her scarff. Adorable pink post! Love your doll house, I have one that has been in the makings for ten years, hopefully hubby will get it done soon. Thank you for your prayers for my son!
Blessings, Shirl
Shirls Rose Cottage

xinex said...

All your patriotic items are very nice, Debbie. I hope you had a great Memorial day...Christine

Lynn-Teacupstitches said...

Hi Debbie!

What a grand party you set up! What makes me think you like to decorate for the holidays :-)
I loved seeing all you've done and the love you put into your parties!!
I really like the mix and match of the blue and pink transferware!!
But my very very favorite of all the pics is sweet Savanna in her Bandana! Does she have the most expressive eyes! What a cutie pie!
Thanks so much for letting us share in your party!!
Enjoy a fun and safe vacation!!

Lynn

Kimberly said...

Lovely and festive.

Hope you will join us for "Mia Monday" Post your favorite photos of yourself at anytime in your life.

Warm wishes!

Marilyn said...

All I can say is WOW!!!
Stop by my blog for My Summer GiveAway ! !
Love,
Marilyn
xxoo

fitty's pinky rose cottage said...

Debbie, what a beautiful tablesetting! very festive and colourful! and look so grand too! thanks for sharing and happy TCT

Dawn said...

Gosh I am English and I didn't know much about Labour day! I guess it's like Christmas celebration for the solders! we have a similar day. it's called 'Rememberence Sunday' we all buy Poppys and the funds raised go to all our solders and their familys for all that they have given to their country.

But I really like that you decorate the house we don't do this at all we all just buy poppy's wear them and visit memorials to remember the dead!

Thank you for sharing it was interesting!

Love Dawn xx

Gale Blair said...

Very pretty.

Pink Roses and Teacups said...

Hi Debbie!

What a great patriotic post! Love your table setting! Your doggie is so cute. She looks like a sweetie!

Debbie

Terri said...

Hi Debbie, you have set a very festive table with your blue and red dishes! So lovely. All your photos are so pretty. How fab that you keep a tree seasonally!
Thank you for sharing,
Hugs,
Terri

Msartist said...

Oh, such a lovely table setting and festivities that you have here!! I am in awe of all the details! Lovely~ All my best, Theresa

Diann said...

Oh Debbie! All of your red, white and blue decorations are just wonderful! And the table is gorgeous!! I love all of your dishes!! Wonderful eye candy for me today!!

Have a terrific vacation!!

Penny @ The Comforts of Home/Lavender Hill Studio said...

Your holiday decor is wonderful! I love red and blue transferware.

Valerie Mungia said...

Wow debbie! That sure is some spread that you had there, love it! By the way, I hope that you never remove that "You are never too old to be what you might have been quote." It is wonderful to see each time I cruise by your blog and a great kick in the pants to keep dreaming!

Jacalyn @ rmebathproducts.com said...

Debbie I love your table! And, what do sons know anyhow, ha! Savannah is absolutely adorable! Have a restful time off!

Hugs,
Jacalyn

Appleshoe said...

Hello Debbie-
This is all so lovely. It really feels like home just looking at your pictures. I was hoping to get some of my Mum's decorations posted (it's been a busy week); the two of you have similar decorating tastes. Oh, and I love "daughter-in-Love". Take care.

Mermaids of the Lake said...

Debbie, what a gorgeous table you set! I loved it all, especially those dishes!

nannykim said...

Have a great vacation. What a cute tablescape and love the figurines and the doggy!!

my red post is here: http://spindlecottage.blogspot.com/

Mary said...

Your tablescape is really pretty, Debbie. How like boys to just shake their heads.
Oh, Savanna is soooo precious. Please give her lovies for me, ok? Thanks! and enjoy your veecation :) Happy REDnesday~

ourlifeinaclick.blogspot.com said...

I love all of your patriotic decor! You have a lot. I just have a little bit but I enjoy putting it up every summer (and adding to it.) Even the doggie gets in on the action. Love it!

heather

craftyles said...

I love your patriotic tablescape. I did my first one last week too. It's alot of fun.

Rita said...

Hi Debbie,
what a wonderful festive patriotic tablescape.
love your transferware and you made the most delightful table set out of it.
great post!
xo
rita

Fifi Flowers said...

God Bless our military!

Melody said...

Salute! This is a great post!

craftyles said...

I had to come back and comment again-Your pink doll house is beautiful!

Red Couch Recipes said...

I love your red and white dishes and the ruby ware! How cool that all the ruby ware was obtained at thrift shops! Joni

Maria said...

Nicely done! I really like transferware and you used it so effectively in this patriotic tablescape!

Sonia said...

Debbie,

Your first tablescape is awesome! I love the red white and blue dishes and all the accessories are just perfect. I have a set of the Liberty Blue..so perfect for Memorial Day and July 4th! Your dog is so sweet! Hope your holiday was wonderful!
Thanks for your sweet visits and comments!

Miss Bloomers/Sonia
Miss Bloomers

CACHANILLA73 said...

Love the idea of the Patriotic tree. Very nice decor....

Yellow Rose Arbor said...

What a wonderful patriotic tablescape! Nice collection of patriotic decorations! Love the patriotic carolers and singing bear, and all the dolls/figurines! Your house decorations are also very nice!

Katherine

Sweet Bee Cottage said...

I just love all that you shared, but I have to admit, that quickly whipped together tablescape is just wonderful.

FLOWERSHOPGURL said...

Hi Debbie, Your patriotic tablescape is so pretty, I love all your different collections! Your yard looks wonderful, love your flag out front and your sweet baby Savanna is precious!
Thank you for visiting and leaving your sweet comment on my Patriotic Door Wreath! I really enjoyed designing this wreath, love the red, white and blue! Your wreath it really pretty too!
Hugz,
Kim

illini89 said...

Very patriotic! Hope you are having a happy day!

Mimi said...

Hooray for the red, white and blue! I am a fan of transferware, even have some of the same patterns you have...so you know I ♥ your table, Debbie.

THE VERANDA HOUSE said...

WHAT A BEAUTIFUL TABLE SEETING ALSO YOUR MUSIC,AND THE WREAT.THANK YOU FOR YOUR VISIT TO MY BLOG..HAVE A BLESSED DAY...SANDRA

Sherry said...

Very nice! I love the mix and match transferware it looks great for your red, white, and blue theme. Smart idea getting your mileage out of that tree by turning into a fall tree.
Come by my blog and win $50 CSN gift certificate.
Sherry

Nancy said...

Debbie, You have created such a fun and festive table! Love it all!

Nancy said...

You've created a decidedly festive table! I love the blue and red transfer ware mix! It's all wonderfully done!

Beansieleigh said...

Oh Debbie, honestly... Won't you adopt me?! Ha! Ha! I just love coming here and seeing all the beautiful things! Your table is beautiful!.. I have a collection (who would have thought?!!) of those Avon perfume decanters! ..And I love that broom doll! Funny I just recently got out a couple of brooms to crochet my own!.. whenever I EVENTUALLY get around to it! Savanna is absolutely gorgeous, modeling her patriotic bandana too, so give her an extra little hug for me! ~tina

Miss Merry said...

What a wonderful celebration of red, white and blue. I loved the tour, as well as your sharing of your shopping experiences. What a fun party!

fannipauline said...

This is the first time I have visited your blog and I love it. I decorate my dinning room table and my breakfast room table for every season and have done that for years. I love your r,w, & b decor. Have a great vacation...........Pauline

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