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Thursday, February 10, 2011

Thinking, Remembering, Rule Breaking

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I can liken that click that comes,

when inspiration hits,

to the fumbling of a key in a lock.

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When it clicks it clicks.

In fact the thoughts were there all along-

or more accurately-

the source of inspiration was there all along.

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The thoughts just needed my

3 step process.

Thinking.

Remembering.

Rule Breaking.

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Here is how it works .

(Thinking)

…I just love my new rattan chargers and I wonder if my green Bordallo plates with the bamboo edging would look like late winter?

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(Remembering)

… then there is my favorite all time curtain tapestry panel…

and the pairs of green things I have…

…and the mossy garden artichoke that belongs to my daughter…

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(Rule Breaking)

…but the greens don’t match…

Good!…

Note to Daughters:

Tablescaping is really about dressing a mantel.

Think of it that way and you will never

lack for ideas

-and-

you can use things you have in your home-

not just in your kitchen.

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30 comments:

  1. OliveFebruary 10, 2011 at 8:21 AM

    I have to love a teacher who breaks the rules! I love the greens you have here♥

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  2. GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartFebruary 10, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    Simply beautiful, Laura. What ever the thought process, it worked!

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  3. From Beyond My Kitchen WindowFebruary 10, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    So times things just come together so nicely!! Lovely tablescape.

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  4. Glenda/MidSouthFebruary 10, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    Very Pretty!

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  5. Pam @ FripperyFebruary 10, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    Just beautiful! Plus, this may have decided me on whether to leave my dining room as is or go ahead and paint it the yellow sample I had picked. Your room is stunning.

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  6. TanyaFebruary 10, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    So pretty with just a touch of the green that I'm longing to see soon!

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  7. NanaDianaFebruary 10, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Pretty cool! I love all those greens together. What are rules for if not be broken!? Hugs- Diana

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  8. MarigeneFebruary 10, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    Green is my favorite color...beautiful table, Laura. That shade of green is perfect with the with the rattan chargers.

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  9. Chubby ChiequeFebruary 10, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    Loving every details.

    Happy TS
    /chie

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  10. MargueriteFebruary 10, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Just gorgeous! I love to break the rules, too! :)

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  11. Brenda PruittFebruary 10, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    I love those green plates! You're so right. Rules are made to be broken, heh?
    Brenda

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  12. Tapping World SummitFebruary 10, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    Everything looks perfect and fabulous!

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  13. DebFebruary 10, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    you did good girl....love it...

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  14. Mid-Atlantic MarthaFebruary 10, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    For breaking the rules -- you came up with a stunning table!

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  15. Happy To Be/ Gl♥riaFebruary 10, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    I love breaking the rules and who's rules are they anyway ha ha!! I love your table just too pretty..but that Chandy stole my heart...Hugs and smiles Gloria

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  16. The Charm of HomeFebruary 10, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    Laura,
    You have set a gorgeous table. Love what you used from around the house. Just beautiful and then you panned out to the dining room and I was in love with it. Just so pretty! Thank you for joining me tonight. So glad to have you!
    Sherry

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  17. Entertaining WomenFebruary 10, 2011 at 11:39 PM

    I agree...I've always said that nature mixes greens with perfect abandon. Thank you for sharing your charming design. Cherry Kay

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  18. JayneFebruary 11, 2011 at 4:44 AM

    Just beautiful! I'd love to sit there with you. :c)

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  19. StephanieFebruary 11, 2011 at 5:16 AM

    Beautiful table and that large mirror on the wall...LOVE!

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  20. TerriFebruary 11, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    Oh my, I love the simplicity of your table, Laura. It's stunning in a subtle kind of way. Hope that green symbolizes an EARLY spring!

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  21. TheresaFebruary 11, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    BEAUTIFUL!!!!! Love the green! I have had my eye one some at TJMaxx that are close to that color:) Have a blessed day dear Laura! HUGS!

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  22. Tammy@Beatrice BanksFebruary 11, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    With a table that pretty, who needs rules? Gorgeous!

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  23. LisaFebruary 11, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    I love it! And I love your dining room! Have I seen it before? Or am I so old I just don't remember seeing it? LOL!

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  24. PondsideFebruary 11, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    *sigh* - beautifully done!

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  25. La Vie QuotidienneFebruary 11, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    I don't think that you can be creaive without breaking a few rules. This table setting is so lovely and oppulent with the wonderful fabric and all of those exquisite greens ~ lovley.

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  26. SarahFebruary 11, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    Laura, it's good to jump outside the rules. Who made up those rules anyway????
    Great looking Bordello plates. I've not see ones with the bamboo edge. All looks delicious in your beautiful dining room. ~ Sarah

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  27. CHERIFebruary 11, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Your table looks fabulous...and the way you word your posts just fascinates me!

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  28. Made In The SouthFebruary 11, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    Your table looks great. I like all the greens makes me think of spring.
    Hope you have a wonderful Valentine weekend,
    Melissa

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  29. CandyFebruary 13, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    Love breaking the rules, YOU GO GIRL!
    Beautiful pieces, terrific tapestry, all works together...BAMBOOzled.
    Happy Heart Blessings ;-)

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  30. Lavender ChickFebruary 13, 2011 at 4:43 PM

    Love it! Thaks for the thought about dressing a mantel. Makes perfect sense! I never thought of it that way and it is a big help.

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