I've been buzzing about to get our garden
back to normal after our severe winter,
so today I'm thrilled to join a group of talented ladies
to celebrate the bee, an essential garden helper.
"Give and Take ~
For to the bee a flower is a fountain of life
And to the flower a bee is a messenger of love
And to both, bee and flower,
the giving and the receiving is a need and an ecstasy."
~Khalil Gibran
This symbiotic relationship is one of the marvels of nature.
Flowers provide the pollen and nectar that bees feed upon,
while the bees spread pollen as they buzz from bloom to bloom.
It's this pollination that allows the flowers to reproduce.
I took a break from working in the garden
and set a table for two on the terrace.
Bees and flowers were the theme.
The pink hydrangeas made a perfect centerpiece
along with a few of my bee inspired ceramics.
The beautiful Pfaltzgrapff honey pot is a recent gift
from a friend, and the vintage salt and pepper was a long ago find.
It's marked Marnutono Handpainted Japan.
The lavender plaid paper runner from Hester and Cook is the perfect touch for the dusty rose Crown Linen Design placemats and napkins.
Plate Stack Details
Dodie Thayer Lettuce Ware by Tory Burch
Williams Sonoma's Green Flower, Famille Rose Series
Spode Bone China, Irene
Collingwood England Bone China, Windsor
VMother of Pearl Flatware
English Antique
Marble Honey Comb Napkin Ring
~ Williams Sonoma ~
Honey Thyme + Earl Grey Mousse Tart
for our afternoon sweet treat.
Made by Fluff Meringues and More, Austin.
Honey thyme custard in a shortbread crust topped with an
Earl Grey mousse encased with toasted Swiss meringue.
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Haha, Sarah I need your sunglasses! Oh my, where do I begin? I think with the gorgeous napkin rings of marble in that hex shape. Your stack of assorted treasured plates with cup & saucer are really superb (that Windsor tea cup's leaves transparency and detailed handle - wow!). The H&C table runner is a great complement to the CL textiles. And not to overlook the artistry in that dessert - that's really a nice touch. I love the vintage salt & pepper, and your Khalil Gibran 'Give and Take' is the epitome of the relationship balance in the garden. Need and ecstasy....love his poignant words. Bee-utiful, Sarah, always.
ReplyDeleteYou decorated such a pretty bee themed table. I love the plates and the table looks just beautiful.
ReplyDeleteBee still my bee loving heart! I’d love to buzz about your table on your terrace Sarah! I adore your plate stack (as always!) with your pretty dish layers including those bee-utiful CLD placemats and napkins and wonderful napkin rings. I’m coveting your vintage salt and pepper set too! And your Honey Thyme + Earl Grey Mousse Tart...too pretty to eat! Your wonderful sunglasses brought a smile to my face too. ;) As always it’s a treat to join you at the table and hop with you. Happy Wednesday ♥
ReplyDeleteLove your sunglasses too!:) Lovely Sarah..everything♥
ReplyDeleteDearest Sarah,
ReplyDeleteYou sound like you yourself have been a buy bee.
Lovely photos as usual.
Hugs,
Mariette
Sarah, you always create beautiful tables! What a delight it would bee to sit on your terrace and indulge in that amazing tart. I am smitten with the WS napkin rings, they are stunning. Crown Linens napkins and placemats are perfect. I need your sunnies...adorable!
ReplyDeleteSarah, you have a wonderful mix of vintage and newer finds on your table. The green and lavender/dusty rose colors are perfect for a spring table. And setting it all outside for an alfresco meal on your terrace is really lovely. I would want to sit out there for hours!
ReplyDeleteSarah my dear, oh how I want a seat at your table (and all your tableware too lol)! What a bee-utiful lavender and green color scheme. And, the dishes layered in the stack create a stunning setting. The Spode pattern is gorgeous. Those meringues are just so special and have me ready to jump on a plane. They are perfectly displayed in the cupcake stands, of which I'm lucky to have 5 of myself. But, boy do they take up storage space, huh? I can't bee-lieve I never saw that quote bee-fore --- as Debbee I should be ashamed of myself. I also have the same frame on my bedroom dresser. Will have to incorporate it into a future vignette. Thanks so much for sharing your talents in the hop!
ReplyDeleteOh my, Sarah, such a delightful post. I love all your bee themed items. You are so blessed in Austin to have fabulous pastry shops like Fluff Meringues and More. Have you blogged about them before? The bee hive pastry is adorable and looks delicious.
ReplyDeleteI got a kick out of your sunglasses! Too cute for you!
Your bee tablescape on your lovely terrace is exceptional. Every item is so lovely.
So delightful Sarah! Your table is abuzz with pretties! I love your gifted honey pot and your plate stack makes me swoon! The table on your patio under that gorgeous tree is a heavenly place to relax and enjoy, and wow, that sweet treat looks amazing! Wonderful bee fun!
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Beautiful table Sarah. How i would love to join you. beautiful flowers and those linens, gorgeous. I know you share many fabulous pastry shops. This one takes the cake as well. Darling sunglasses. Love your alfresco table you set. Taking a break from gardening is a must. Enjoy Sarah. always a pleasure buzz along with you.
ReplyDeleteSarah!! Not only is your table absolutely gorgeous but the whole setting of your terrace is just wonderful!! It looks like such an enchanting place to sit and enjoy a special afternoon catching up with a dear friend. I have learned so much about all things bee today!! I think what I enjoy the most about your table is the color combination of the soft lavender with the brighter green, just so pretty!!! Love it all!! It is always wonderful to see your tables!❤️🐝
ReplyDeleteEverything on your table looks so inviting, especially that mousse tart!
ReplyDeleteHey there, Sarah! Sorry your garden got slammed this winter. Putting it all back in order is a labor of love, but it’s still LABOR!!!!!🙃 I love this table setting. You have GREAT pieces for this theme! I particularly like the napkin rings. When I enlarged the photo I could clearly see the honeycomb imprint on them. Slick!!! That Williams Sonoma...they have some of the neatest stuff! Happy Gardening to you! Have a safe and productive weekend!
ReplyDeleteYou have such a flair for setting a table! This is so pretty and I would certainly enjoy spending an afternoon on your patio wit you!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. I am also in the Bee Theme.
ReplyDeleteHappy Weekend Sarah! I could envision you setting this beautiful table with all your bee treasures. So fun! xo
ReplyDeleteI love the theme of bees for table settings, Sarah. You have a beautiful combo of china and accessories that really bring the theme alive. Those cute salt and peppers are perfect for this! And I love the napkin rings, too! What a delightful table!
ReplyDeleteWow Sarah, you really did go all out setting this lovely table celebrating the hard working bee. I love how you gathered some of your bee themed treasures to set this table on the terrace. Such a beautiful backdrop for you two to enjoy your afternoon treat. Pink hydrangeas for your centerpiece are lovely paired with the lavender H&C runner and Crown Lined Designs napkins and placemats, gorgeous. The plate stack patterns are stunning! After the harsh winter your terrace is looking well tended. Our veranda suffered severe losses with potted plants. We've been spending a lot of time replacing those and shrubs in the beds. Next year it should look nice again. A few more work days and I'm calling it quits for yard work! I'm scrolling back through this table setting, so much to be inspire by. Happy week sweet friend......
ReplyDeleteSarah, your patio looks bee-utiful! I love the pink buffalo check table runner...I can't believe it's paper! Your plate stack is lovely with it's shades of pink and green. The Crown Linen ruffled placemats and napkins are so pretty and feminine and look divine with the mother of pearl flatware and marble bee napkin rings. The tart displayed under the glass looks so delicious! I would love to pull up a chair at your table :) It was fun to join you on this fun hop!
ReplyDeleteWow, I love the flower-and-bee themed table! All the details are perfection! :D Everything is lovely!
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely table! It would be hard to choose a favorite element, but I'm particularly drawn to the linens.
ReplyDeleteOh how I'd love to sit and visit on your terrace, Sarah, and see all your pretty bee themed pieces in person. I hope you have a great week!
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