Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Fluffing our Empty Nest

We just got back from taking both of our kids to college.  It's a very strange feeling to be empty-nesters!  In the spirit of this, I came up with this simple "nest-themed" tablescape.





 I used my Mom's silver.  She purchased it piece by piece when she was 18.  I am so thrilled to have it!






I found these square bowls at TJMaxx on clearance.



I found this nest at Twig.   I LOVE her stuff!



I made these napkins this summer.  HERE  is the link to learn how I made them.  Jane at Cottage at the Crossroads told me about the grapevine napkin rings she found at Hobby Lobby.  I think they look great and were really cheap there!   (on sale for $1.25 for six!)
 



I made these topiaries a few weeks ago.  HERE are the directions for making them.
 
  





I found these birds at TJMaxx for $1.99 each.  


A little bit of brown paint and they look so much better!


I have to keep the doors closed if I have the table set so Bailey the cat doesn't come in.  :)  He is sure the table is set for him! 




Thank you so much for visiting!

Pam


I am linking to the following parties:

 


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20 comments:

  1. DawnSeptember 28, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    Beautiful table and catchy theme. The bird that you painted are adorable and I agree, brown is better. How long ago did you get the bird bowls? I love them.

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  2. ℳartina @ Northern NestingSeptember 28, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    Pam your table looks so pretty! I love those bowls, love the napkins and topiaires you made too! Martina

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  3. BrandiSeptember 28, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    I bet it feels a little weird not having your kids at home. I can imagine you are so proud of them for starting a new chapter in their lives, but miss their company just the same. I have a few more years until my daughter goes off to college, but I can imagine how bittersweet that moment will feel. Your table looks great! I love all of the natural elements you used. I hope Mr. Bailey behaves himself! LOL!

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  4. Sherry@Back2VintageSeptember 28, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    Great tablescape! Love the bird/nest theme!!!

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  5. HeatherF1September 28, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    Looks great, Pam! I especially like the bowls. Great idea about painting the birds. I wish we had a Hobby Lobby- everyone seems to get such great bargains there!

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  6. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeSeptember 28, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    Pam your table is beautiful! Love the sweet bird & nest theme. Your napkins are perfect...so creative!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  7. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRSeptember 28, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    Pam, just saw your post. What a cute theme! I will be an empty nester next year! I guess I'll have to do a table to mark that right of passage! I am a newbie to blogging and your newest follower. I hope you will follow back! Be blessed!

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  8. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereSeptember 28, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    Hi Pam, Thank you for linking your pretty table to the Open House party. The bird bowls are so cute and I love the napkins and topiary.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  9. TessSeptember 28, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    Well...it looks like you are making the best of your empty nest. This table is charming!!

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  10. Alycia NicholsSeptember 28, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    Hi, Pam! Empty nester, huh? Don't you just kind of want to go up on the rooftop and shout hallelujah just a little bit? Just a teensy bit? Sure you do! We love 'em, but it sure is nice to regain lordship over the nest! :-) You got the bowls on clearance??? They never had them in that shape here in the Kansas City area. :-( I got them in a very pretty round ruffled edge, but it would have been nice to have a choice. Boo hoo! Very nice table. Happy fall!!!

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  11. Ricki TreleavenSeptember 28, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    Cute title for an even cuter post! I love your napkins and napkin rings, and the bowls!!! I like everything, but those are my favorites!!! :D

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  12. Mid-Atlantic MarthaSeptember 28, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Oh how cute your empty nest table looks. THose new birds are so cute -- I especially like them painted dark. Love your pretty napkins you made.

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  13. Entertaining WomenSeptember 28, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    Atta girl! I hope that the two of you shared a cozy 'date' dinner at your empty nest tablescape. So many wonderful personal touches; you've tempted me to pull out all of my myriad of crafting supplies...maybe. Thank you for sharing your lovely design. Cherry Kay

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  14. ElaineSeptember 28, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    LOVE the birds! Very whimsical. I had to keep my cat, Eddie, away from my tablescape! He is missing the "graceful" gene that most cats have! Thank you for sharing your pretty table!

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  15. Jo AnnSeptember 29, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    I love the bowls with the birdie! In fact I love birds!

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  16. AnonymousSeptember 29, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    TJ Maxx, isn't it wonderful the treasures you can find there? An empty nest takes a little getting used to, but once you find your way you will love all the new places you can put your energy.

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  17. A Perfect SettingSeptember 29, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    Your little birds look great painted brown! It's amazing what a little paint can do! Love your nesting table. Seems to be a popular them this week, you brought it all together and you have some wonderful ideas!! Thanks for sharing!

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  18. DebbiedoosSeptember 30, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    tweet tweet Pam! Love the little birds and bird nests. Very charming. Have a great weekend.

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  19. Eileen@cottage beach houseOctober 2, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    Love the birds! I stopped at tj Maxx today!
    The nest is also too, too cute.

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  20. UnknownSeptember 19, 2012 at 7:12 PM

    You have a gift , looks great

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