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Summer Table Decor

Caught his eye over the tops of our computer screens...

You hungry yet?

Yup, you?  Where are the girls?  At a sleep over.

Want to go out, order in?

The summer breeze blowing gently thru the window & the sun just starting to slide to the other side.

No…let's stay in…give me a few minutes, then start the grill.

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What's better than a relaxing dinner at home?

A relaxing dinner at home on a gorgeous summer evening with beautiful table decor of course!

That's what we enjoyed the other evening  ~ a respite from the everyday right in our own house.

Sharing some details so you can enjoy a elegant night out in your own house too!

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Summer Table Decor

Setting a special table in the summer is more relaxed than other times of the year, but the basic principles apply.

First & foremost layer.

Layering on the table, like styling any space, adds depth and interest.

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Combine textures.

Textures play off each other making each element stand out.

Use the special stuff.

Crystal, vintage pieces, an heirloom ~ doesn't have to be expensive just special.

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Incorporate natural elements - flowers, branches, fruit.

I used one big hydrangea with tulips & two roses rescued from a fading arrangement tucked into it & some shells.

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Candlelight - always candlelight.

We have not eaten a meal at home in 22 years without a candle. This type of lighting is becoming even more important as the years roll by - if you know what I mean!

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We ate, laughed & talked as the sun slid all the way down & the moon came up.  

Even better than going out! 

What did we eat?  My go to summer dish ~ grilled chicken over greens with couscous.

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And the wine you see, this is our "house white" in the summer.  

It is a crisp, steely sauvignon blanc from New Zealand ~ Starborough.  A bottle can be had for under $9.00 & believe me, it is perfect paired with summer heat.

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So next time you find yourself at home, hungry with a lovely evening spread before you…

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...grab a few layers, textures, something special, a flower, a candle & enjoy dining elegantly in the best place on earth ~ your own home!

LISTEN in to lots more summer dining and entertaining ideas on my PODCAST here:Enjoy!

** Kelly **