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Sunday, April 8, 2012

A Souper Supper





I found a new 1950's Home Beautiful this week and this soup-er ad was inside. I think I'll make a copy and frame it for on my kitchen wall..Love the graphics! It also gave me an inspiration for for a table setting, which I have not been able to do for a realllly long time. It's nothing fancy....just a table for 2. It's been so warm and nice here in Cincinnati that eating outside on the porch in the evening has been a wonderful change.  Soooooooo, here is........






The Simple Soup-er Supper For Two

This table for two began with...........................................................

the brown gingham tablecloth Cindy Adkins sent me as a surprise a ferw months back and a vintage topper I found with the basket of spring flowers and hand-tatted brown edging. Now this topper is from the 30-40's and has been lovingly used, so it is not in pristine shape, but for the two of us it'll do. Eventually this will become 4 different designs...one for me to keep and 3 others for some else to enjoy......maybe a pillow.....an apron accent....or quilted table scarf....yes, yes, I said quilted and you remember I have said I don't have the patience to quilt, but I'm talking large square.....let's not go overboard..LOL...not those annoying 1' squared....Oh how I envy you quilters!!!! Anyhoo, the next layer are the plates or chargers as they are being used this evening...................................................
I found these dinner plates at the Antique Mall...$2 each! I love the red/burgandy and brown pattern.......................
Rose clusters with wooden patterned ribbons and

A farmhouse with a mountain view, or, if you live in the West a ranch scene.
I had never seen this pattern in my vintage quest before so I snatched them up quickly. The booth I found them in is one where the vendor offers a lot of 'Diner' dishes, so maybe this some sort of Ironstone. If you've ever seen it please let me know.
I found the flatware at Burlington Warehouse. I love the brown handles, but the pattern and maker slip my mind...the 4 peice place setting (for 4) was $9.99. I coordinated with the napkin and napkin ring, completing the placesetting.


I then added the 'stuff'.....................................................................................
a Hull Mochaware Bean Pot/Soup Tureen and ambiance with the rusted lantern lamp

A Longenberger Bread Basket with Warming Brick

McCoy Butter Dish

and a Ladle...that doesn't have a maker on it, but it matches fine!
And, voile'......a Simple Souper Supper for Two

                                                                                         
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Not too fancy, but just right for me and my CarGuy. 

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20 comments:

Anonymous said...

Hi Melody, What a pretty tablescape. I love the dishes and I have not seen that pattern before. We are enjoying just right weather for eating outdoors, too!

deb said...

Gorgeous! I hope you had a fun night :)
*hugs*deb

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Denise Marie said...

How fun!

craftyles said...

Oh how I love a vintage tablescape. The table topper is perfect with the dishes. Great idea!

★Carol★ said...

I can't begin to tell you how much I love this tablescape, Melody! This looks alot like a table that my Grandma would have set. Those plates have such a pretty scene on them too. Love it all!
Happy REDnesday,
Carol

Nellie's Cozy Place said...

Very cute souper table. I bet your man liked it too. Not so girly!
Very cute idea, and love the plates,
so cute and vintage.
Blessings for a nice weekend,
Nellie

Martha said...

It's a "souper" table!!!! Love your tables cape!

Kathleen said...

Very sweet vintage table, Melody! love your new plates.
Thanks for stopping by, it was good to see you!

Heirloom treasures said...

I so like your unusual table setting. It's so lovely and casual. The dishes are so nice,what a bargain.
I am now a follower. Thank you for your visit to me,and your nice comments. Oh and I like to crazy patchwork,can't abide those fussy little measured pieces either,not enough patience. :) jeanetteann

Francie...The Scented Cottage Studio said...

LOVE this, you put this together beautifully ! Perfect for a hearty meal. I love brown with just about any other color. (())

Anonymous said...

I'm going around visiting everyone on today's PINK SATURDAY list.....with my hot cup of coffee, of course! Just wanted to let you know that I was here! Have yourself a great weekend, and stop by my place if you've the time!

ciao bella
Creative Carmelina
xo

Gabriela Delworth - Instructional Designer said...

HPS!

Love old magazines!


Gabriela

Tablescapes By Diane said...

Hi lovely lady.
This is my first time on your sweet blog. I love your dishes so sweet.
Im your newest follower on your Blog now. I hope you come follow me also.
Thanks so much for your sweet comments on my French Dinning Tablescape. I hope you have a wonderful weekend with your family.
XXOO Diane

deb said...

Love your old magazine! And your beautiful tablescape. I think brown is such a rich color.

I agree, let's set out a hand or two or three!
*hugs*deb

Deborah Kay at The Paint Splash said...

Great post. Love your tablesetting. We have gotten into the habit of sitting in front of the tv. :-( my fault, I need to get back to setting the table. Blessings, Debbie

Diann said...

What a great table Melody! Love all the wonderful vintage pieces you used. Thank you for sharing with us at TTF and have a terrific day!

Yesteryear Embroideries said...

I love the way old magazines look! What a pretty table! It makes a meal so much enjoyable!

Cindy Adkins said...

Hi Melody,
I just popped over to say "hi" and about fainted when I saw the tablecloth! lol I love how precious your setting looks and that topper and dishes are amazing!!!

I'm in the middle of writing three novels (a series) so I have not been blogging!!!
XO
Cindy

Nicole said...

Hi Melody! Thanks for your sweet comment on my blog and i can see that you truly are a fellow vintage magazine fan. but what I like is that you went one step further here and really did the Soup-er meal! Good for you! And I agree with what you said about the magazines, and them being a time capsule. I HATE to see them cut up! I always take photos of my images and use them online but they are to sweet and precious to cut up! :) Blessings!

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