Creating Wonderful Spaces

Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Lazy Hazy Summer!

Ah, the lazy hazy days of summer. Wildfires contributed to the hazy, but the lazy was all me!

Of course, we did travel to exotic places...

...but only in our minds.

Thankfully, it takes no energy to dream...

We saved on traveling and splurged on a hammock (for two)!

Tall and frosty mojitos--blending lime, mint and rum in the most delightful way. Notice the cigar bands on the glasses. Mojitos originated in Cuba.

Peach mango salsa and chips share a tray with fresh fruit.

The napkins add spicy color to our already sizzling table.

Sunflowers. What could be more perfect?

Fresh mozzarella cubes, grape tomatoes, and a sprinkling of fresh basil.

Vase, napkins and rings, and wonderful 2 piece serving set came from Goodwill

Tablecloth and bird dish were purchased at Ross

Mojito glasses came from beveragefactory.com

Fabulous faux sunflowers came from Michaels

Outdoor pillows came from Lowes

Be sure to visit Let's Dish for a Summer Fun Challenge!

I will be joining:

Tablescape Thursday at Between Naps On The Porch

Open House Party Thursday at No Minimalist Here

Let's Dish at Cuisine Kathleen

Table Top Tuesday at A Stroll Thru Life

Your Cozy Home Party at Cozy Home Scenes

You're Gonna Love It at Kathe with an E

Nifty Thrifty Tuesday at Coastal Charm

The Bunny Hop Party at Bunny Jeans Decor

Wow Us Wednesday at Savvy Southern Style

What's It Wednesday at Ivy & Elephants

Primp Your Stuff Wednesday at Primp

Centerpiece Wednesday at The Style Sisters

Seasonal Sundays at The Tablescaper

Thrifty Things Friday at The Thrifty Groove

Home Sweet Home Friday at The Charm of Home

Feathered Nest Friday at French Country Cottage

Potpourri Friday at 2805

Sunday Blog Love at Cherished Treasures

Make It Pretty Monday at The Dedicated House

Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Today will be the 53rd day at or above 90 for the Denver area. It's been the hottest June and July on record, and since we aren't getting a break in the weather, I need to create my own cold front.

I went back into the Creating Wonderful Spaces archives, and I am featuring the coolest of my past tablescapes.

I hope it gives you a chill!

Now, at this point, I lit the candles. But, in today's post, I am keeping it cool. If you want to see the whole post, including the candlelight photos, you will find it here.

All dishes, the bowls, napkins, and candlesticks are from thrift stores

Waterford crystal belongs to Mr. Wonderful

Chargers from Bed Bath & Beyond

I've had the flatware for years

Placemats from Z Galleries

I made the napkin rings

I decided to add a few more ways to cool off your table!

Thanks for visiting and stay cool!