"Breaking free from the grips of a lingering summer,
and gaining freedom to embrace an anxious autumn,
requires a September." ~ Butch Richardson
requires a September." ~ Butch Richardson
Welcome September!
I've used this quote from my friend before, and it resonates with me each year as we slowly transition into cooler temps here in Texas.
Welcome to my first fall table of the season where I've gently transitioned from my summer coastal vibe to the rich colors of autumn.
First let's give a big shout out and thank you to our leader, Rita @ Panoply, the lady who keeps us organized and on track.
We have 15 tabletop stylists joing the hop today.
Links are at the bottom of this post.
Long my favorite season, I eagerly embrace the palette
of warm, earthy colors that begin to appear in
the foliage and landscapes.
It's just me now, so I often set a table for one out on our terrace.
Today it is set with some of the Torquay ceramics
MacKenzie-Childs produced in the
mid 1990s to the early 2000s.
Torquay is a a seaside resort area in Great Britain
and was the inspiration for the Torquay pattern.
I selected it as a nod to my transition from coastal into fall.
Torquay was produced in four different color ways,
and this pattern is one of my favorite color ways,
Frank and Mustard.
The undersides of the pieces are a conbination of
yellow dots and flower transfers.
the checkerboard decorated with roses.
The salt and pepper is definitely a statement piece!
Each canister sits on this tray painted in faux
marble of the Cheltenham pattern.
way they sit atop the angular pedestal.
The Arte Italica Crown Linen napkins
are a perfect fit for this setting.
As is the Courtly Check ceramic flatware.
Do you agree this color way is
a perfect fit with autumn?
Vendage is French in origin and refers to the season of harvest.
burlap pleated round for extra texture and to
soften the angular plate stack.
I filled our Great Vase with a
bouquet from Trader Joe's.
The variety of purples and oranges
signaled Autumn to me.
and pops of green buttons.
thistle bread board that the couple offered a few years ago.
It's one of my favorite breadboards, ever!
Not needed, just wishful thinking and a
nod to crisp, cool mornings ahead.
his morning coffee and share tales of his nightly flights.
Rita has been hosting these tablehops for the past five years.
I took a look back on previous autumn tables I set for the hops.
Each one celebrates the colors of the season, but each is styled
with different details of linens, dishes, glassware, and centerpieces.
If you wish, take a look back at the links below.
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Welcome, Autumn, the Richest of Seasons
2023
If you missed my Tails of the Traveling Tote blog post yesterday,
scroll down, take a read, and leave a comment
to be included in the Tote Giveaway.
Enjoy the beautiful tablescapes at the links below:
Home is Where the Boat Is - Woodland Friends and Harvest Plaid
Everyday Living - The Colorful Bliss of Autumn
Hyacinths for the Soul - On the Cusp of Autumn (You Are Here)
Celebrating Everyday Life - Welcome Fall with a Cozy & Elegant Tablescape
My Thrift Store Addiction - Curated Charm Autumn Breakfast Table
The Bookish Dilettante - Welcome Fall with Neutral and Yellow
Thrifting Wonderland - Thrifting for a Welcome Fall Tablescape
The Cat's Whiskerz - Hydrangeas, Sunflowers, and Pumpkins for a Fall Tablescape
Red Cottage Chronicles - A Cozy Autumn Dinner
Dinner at Eight - Leaves of Green - and Gold, Crimson, Rust and Bronze
Life and Linda - An Enchanted Fall Faerie Tablescape
Me and My Captain - Another Fall...Another Turned Page...in New Mexico
Corner of Plaid and Paisley - A Little Taste of Fall Tablescape
Mantel and Table - An Intimate Al Fresco Tablescape: Cozy & Beautiful Fall Dining
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Oh my everything is gorgeous! I love the black and white checkerboard a the bold stripes and Mr. Owl having a cup of tea!! Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteSarah, what beautiful table service for one, although Mortimer is nearly stealing the show! Oh my, he's so handsome. Love the Torquay, especially those mugs, they're quite the artisanship. The layers are in perfect harmony with the outdoors, and yes, we're seeing leaves falling from our neighbors' trees into our yard already. The Verdage cloth with the burlap placemat is really nice. I also bought the pattern in napkins and a runner several years ago. The thistle bread board is stunning! I agree with you and the nice way the corners of the bowls have a mitered effect, very expertly painted. Five years?! Just the teaser photos of each of your posts indicate just the tip the breadth of your M-C collections alone! THank you, Sarah, for sharing your beautiful collections and table styling talents in these blog hops! I love your company.
ReplyDeleteSarah, I would gladly sip tea with Mortimer--adore him and your other whimsical accents! You have the loveliest MC collection and I always enjoy visiting your charming tablescapes!
ReplyDeleteGood morning, Sarah. I showed Butch your post and that you had shared his quote, he was most grateful! I love the Torquay and its warm and earthy colors which makes a wonderful transition from coastal to fall. I agree the S & P is definitely a statement piece that is highlighted on the faux marble tray. Courtly Check flatware and Arte Italica Crown Linen napkins are perfect for the vintage MacKenzie-Childs tablecloth. The natural burlap placemats add a layer of texture and the TJ flowers finish your stunning tabletop!
ReplyDeleteIt is always a pleasure to view your curated collections and how you style them flawlessly! Wishing you a joy-filled autumn!
I adore your table for one! McKenzie Child pieces always add an element touch of whimsy to a table and this Torquay pattern is no exception! The colours are gorgeous. I like how you have added a bit of texture and natural element with the placemats. Mortimer looks like he is great company too!
ReplyDeleteA beautiful table Sarah. Love the Vendage tablecloth with the ruffled burlap placemats. I have both of those items. I also have the MKC flatware which is quite striking. The MKC Great Vase is lovely with your Trader Joe's blooms. Your Torquay ceramics are quite the show stopper, such a beautiful pattern. The mugs are so special with their pedestals. Mortimer is quite the character and fits in nicely for this fall table. The Victoria & Richard carved thistle breadboard is beautiful. Always a pleasure to join you Sarah.
ReplyDeleteSO rich and vibrant, Sarah – I love this table!! You’ve chosen perfect flowers and a wonderful tablecloth to compliment them. Really luscious! I love those roses in the pattern too. They’re such a pretty juxtaposition to the graphic checkered design. I really need to dig into Makenzie Childs more – thanks for the gentle nudge in that direction! Thanks for the look back at your previous fall tables too. Happy Fall, and hope you and Mortimer had a lovely morning coffee!
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