It was a busy weekend for us with the fundraiser, the flea market and Alameda. I kept telling myself that if I could get through my overlapping activities everything would be unicorns and roses once again. It was so humbling to be a part of the Samaritan House’s chosen designers. In fact, I had a self-esteem meltdown pretty soon after I saw what the other participants were putting together. I’m not a table decorator by trade nor do I really know how many spoons, knives and strange ladles have to go on which side of the plate. I just like pretty things. It’s as simple as that. When I decorate my own events or those of others it’s always with my heart firmly focused on what looks fun, fresh and interesting. I have to admit here and now that I probably shouldn’t be hired to do a formal setting because that is completely alien to me. However, if you need me to create an unforgettable tablescape, I now know who to call!
My theme for the event was “Nature in Bloom” and I centered it around a piece of hollow birch bark. Many quail eggs, tiny nests, branches and pieces of antique Chinese porcelain later, this happened:
I used a piece of sheet moss as the table runner and a glass cylinder inside the bark to hold the live branches and I used two large birds in the branches as they made me smile.
I was particularly in love with the antique turquoise porcelain tea cups and saucers. So Spring-like and unique.
I met an amazing woman there, Christine Andriola, who has a custom event designs business called “The Perfect Setting.” Her table was gorgeous and of course it was my favorite since it featured all things ocean-tastic! Tiny glass crabs holding beautiful and poetic quotes, seashell vases filled with bright blue orchids and candles candles everywhere. I was so appreciative of her kindness and support. Her attention to detail is stunning!
It was a wonderful event and I was so excited to have been chosen to be a part of it. I heard from the organizer that it was a great success but I’m far too embarrassed to call and ask if anyone actually bid on my table so let’s just forget about that part!
Have a wonderful week!
Melisa
