Birds, Eggs, Nests

Detail of  "Spring" by Nancy Thomas

Spring ~ a time of renewal and birth.

Bird ~ Nest ~ Egg

"Spring" by Nancy Thomas 

A whimsical piece that hangs in our upstairs sunroom.

Spring in central Texas has taken

its time, but I think it has finally arrived.

As our days are longer and warmer, 

I find myself out in the garden.

Bird songs echo from trees above

as birds call out in search of a mate.

In honor of Cuisine Kathleen's April Challenge

~ Birds ~ Eggs ~ Nests ~

I took my table-setting out

to the garden among the flowers.

This cute little bird on a cage

is meant to hold a votive.

I repurposed it as a vase and filled it

with hydrangea blooms for the garden tray.

With the nesting theme in mind, 

I pulled out a set of plates with a twiggy border.

The plates are by Jeremie.

They are oval shape with a textured twig border.

The salad plates .   .   .

 Robin's egg blue ~ a perfect color for spring!

Moroccan Garden,  by Dena Home

These spring time napkins were a thrifty find

at Tuesday Morning.  I bought a dozen for 

less than the original price of a set of four.  

Vintage napkin ring 

with a sterling "B" for bird 

and silver mother of pearl flatware.

Couldn't resist this cute little dish.

It's perfect for serving 

savory flakes of Lemon Sea Salt.

~ Birds ~ Eggs ~ Nests ~

The bird a nest,

The spider a web,

Man friendship ~ William Blake

Joining 

Cuisine Kathleen ~ Let's Dish

Tablescape Thursday @ Between Naps on the Porch

Centerpiece Wednesday @ The Style Sisters

Cottage Style Party @ Lavender Garden Cottage

Home and Garden Thursday @ Delightsome Life

Be Inspired @ Common Ground

Feathered Nest Friday @ French Country Cottage
Simple and Sweet Fridays @ Rooted in Thyme

Home Sweet Home @ The Charm of Home
Show and Tell Friday @ My Romantic Home
Anything Blue Friday @ The Dedicated House

Say G'Day @ Natasha in Oz

Seasonal Sundays @ The Tablescaper

Amaze Me Monday @ Dwellings

Masterpiece Monday @ Boogieboard Cottage

Make It Pretty Monday @ The Dedicated House

Tuesday Treasure @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia

You're Gonna Love It Tuesday @ Kathe With An E

The Scoop @ Cedar Hill Ranch

Inspire Me Tuesday @ A Stroll Thru Life
Wow Us Wednesday @ Savvy Southern Style

Share Your Cup Thursday @ Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olsen

"Help Feed the Birds"

In MARY POPPINS the little old bird lady stands on the steps of Saint Paul's selling her bags of crumbs.

She beckons the crowd to come buy her bags for a tuppence.

She gently pleads for help to feed the little creatures and thus show them that we care.

She tells us that the birds are hungry. They need our help to feed their young.

Her bags of feed are not expensive. She sells them for just a tuppence.

As the birds circle over head and fill the sky, she calls out to us.

Each time someone buys a bag to feed the little birds, the saints and apostles look down with gratitude.

Original Oil by Fatima Ronquillo

Though she speaks but a few words, she calls to each of us

"Help feed the birds."

Inspiration for this post was taken from one of my favorite songs: Mary Poppins' Feed the Birds.

Click here to see Birds of a Feather, a previous post and tablescape.

Information on the artist Fatima Ronquillo is available at http://www.wallyworkmangallery.com/fatima_ronquillo.lasso

Today I'm sharing

A little pink for

Beverly's "Pink Saturday"

A few pieces of French faience for

Laurie's A Few of My Favorite Things

Blue birds and other accents for

Smiling Sally's Blue Monday

And

A flock of birds for

Tam's Three or More Tuesday

Be sure to fly over to each of these lovely blogs for lists of others participating in these fun memes.

Birds of a Feather

Metal Flowers and Birds, Round Top Collection

Welcome to Tablescape Thursday hosted by Susan @ Between Naps on the Porch. The birds are gathering here at Hyacinths for the Soul for lunch. Glad you could join in the fun!

Bécassine Figural from HB Quimper Tabac Series

Bécassine is here to greet our guests with bouquets of

fresh flowers and seed for our feathered friends.

Unmarked Desvres Figural Salt

As are our sweet young French friends, 

Monsieur Jean Marc and Mademoiselle Sophie.

Jean Marc loves to talk to Sophie's sweet little yellow finch, but young Sophie worries that her little birdie may take flight and not return to it's own special birdcage where he lives in Sophie's home.

Unmarked Desvres Figural Salt

So here she is patient and at the ready 
should the little finch take flight.

And yes, here comes more feathered friends to join the feast.

Detail on Brass Serving Tray

The sweet natured cockatoo 
with his fluffy head feathers is here.

Detail on Brass Serving Tray

And listen, did you hear the flutter of wings 

as this little parakeet flew in to the perch?

Detail on Brass Serving Tray

Could this be a large African grey parrot? 

 No doubt he got word of the party and 

definitely didn't want to be left out.

"Un Verre D' Amitié" Glasses, Simon Pearce Water Pitcher, HB Quimper Porringer, Brass Tray w/ Birds

So take a glass of blackberry sage ice tea 
and join in a toast to friendship.

"Un Verre D' Amitié" - A Glass of Friendship

Here's to friendship and our fine feathered friends!

I see the little chickadees are gathering on the table. 

 Let's see what the chef has planned.

Porte-Carte, Formaintraux Coquin

A nice light lunch for each of you with double
chocolate brownies for dessert!

Hand Crafted Victorian Gardener's Cottage 
for Wren or Purple Finch

Looks like a few of our friends live right here on the table.

Cast Iron Bird Feeder w/ Birds

Yes, I see they have begun on a lunch of their own.

Arthur Porquier Double Sided Porte-Carte

HenRiot Quimper Plate, 9.5"

The morning dove, no doubt a cautious mother, 

has brought along her little family to keep a watchful eye.

HenRiot Quimper Plate, 9.5"

Mr. Peacock is here to strut his feathers in 

celebration of joining all his feathered friends.

HenRiot Quimper Plate, 9.5"

And the crane, carefully and delicately approaches the group.

HenRiot Quimper Plate, 9.5"

Oh just listen to this sweet song bird 
as he flutters in from the garden.

HR Quimper Fan Shaped Porte-Carte

Little feet are scampering everywhere!

Unmarked Quimper Sugar Bowl with 
Bouquet of Zinnias and Fresh Basil

Does he think he is in the garden?

Unmarked Quimper Covered Casserole w/ Handles

Don't let them jump into our 
basket of fresh pain de campagne.

Chicken Salad Served in Avocado Boat in Blue Glass Bowl, Christophe Silver, Placemats by Lenox

Would you like your chicken salad with avocado?

Chicken Salad Served w/ Vine Ripe Tomato in Blue Glass Bowl

Or perhaps you prefer yours within a vine ripened tomato.

Birds Eye View of "Birds of a Feather" Luncheon

I think the birds are up on the chandelier eyeing our table. 
 Bon Appétit!

Buffet: Metal Cake Stand w/ Birds, 
Desvres Yellow Dessert Set w/ Blue Bird, Quimper Lady,

Desvres Figural Salts, Copper Planter w/ Peace Lily and Round Top Collection Accents, Brass Tray w/ Glassware

Don't forget to have a brownie before 
you flay away to visit more tablescapes.

Cosi Tabellini Italian Pewter Charger, French Appliqué Napkin

Hope you enjoyed our little birdie celebration. Click here to fly over to the QCI blog where I'm spotlighting another little party with just a few photos. Then don't miss the other beautiful tables that are listed here @ Between Naps on the Porch.