Thursday, December 22, 2011

Flamingo Holidays

I'm a sucker for flamingos... there's just something cheerful and quirky and elegant about them.  Naturally, I couldn't resist the chance to put them on my holiday table.  A friend gave me the tablecloth this summer, and I've been struggling to find just the right dinnerware to put on it.

I was astonished when I found these Homer Laughlin  Eggshell Nautilus pieces on eBay recently, because they have a gorgeous flamingo decoration that's normally seen on HALL China...not HLC!
My surprise quickly turned to delight when I realized that these plates were perfect for my summer linen gift...

I chose to mix Fiesta (both vintage and P86), as well as the matching Fiesta flatware by Cambridge.  Be sure and take a look at the new Fiesta latte mugs...they're exclusive to Kohl's for now and have only been available for about a month.  The little vintage shrimp boats by Cardinal China will be perfect for holding dipping sauce.  The napkins are Tammis Keefe, and while they actually match some different place mats, I thought they worked fine with this grouping.  The spiral candle holder is Metlox,   and the flamingos have migrated to my house from a number of different places...and I'm always looking to increase the flock!

Happy Holidays!







 






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7 comments:

  1. becky up the hillDecember 22, 2011 at 8:26 AM

    They are very fancy and look just perfect for a holiday table! Beautiful~

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  2. mHedgerDecember 22, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    Love Love Love it E!! But that pretty much stands true for all of your tables. Black tulips is my new #1, replacing the all yellow one from a while back.

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  3. ChickachickDecember 22, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    I think this might be one of my all time favorite tablescapes you've ever done. If I was a guest at this table, I'd turn down all the food just so I could stare at my plate w/no distraction :)

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  4. debDecember 22, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    I'm flamingo-crazed as well! We have 4 outside in our plant pots, several pics inside and I love them!

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  5. AnonymousDecember 22, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    Fantastic, Elaine! I love how festive and unique your table is. Merry Christmas!

    Pam

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  6. DaphneDecember 22, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    Flamingo-tastic, Elaine! I've admired that cloth for a very long time. To see it now on your table with the Eggshell Nautilus is a true Christmas treat! I love all of the great pinks and greens.

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  7. Monica @ Happily Playing with DishesDecember 23, 2011 at 12:06 AM

    I love all the colors. Very unique! Love Love Love!!

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