Monday, August 23, 2010

AdoRED Table Top


Okay, so I'm shamelessly ripping off inspired by the Gap stores take off of their Red products from a few years ago,  but red is adored. 

If you come here often, you know I don't have much of a collection of dishes.  (I think it's because of our larger family.  I pretty much blame everything that I can't explain on that.  Is that wrong?)   Fabric, I have.

Anyway, I wanted to take some photos of this embroidered runner.  It has beautiful shades of reds/pinks/greens and some gold.


So out came my shades-of-red.


I mentioned in an earlier post how it works so well to mix different shades of the same color.  Although, you smart tablescapers probably figured that out a-uh-ges ago!


For these place settings, I used tomato and paprika reds pottery and fabric.  Just like adding glaze to our painted projects, the different shades add depth to the place settings.


Stay tuned:  I'll show you a closer shot of the runner on Fabric Fun Thursday. 



In the meantime, I'm linking with these adored hostesses:



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22 comments:

  1. Rachael WestAugust 23, 2010 at 4:48 PM

    Wow I'm impressed, Not that you needed it but I am :+)

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  2. The Inspired NestAugust 23, 2010 at 4:51 PM

    You do have an awesome basket collecton! The tablescape looks great! I just love my longaberger dishes. They are the best!

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  3. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeAugust 23, 2010 at 5:16 PM

    Oh I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the runner. I am a definite fabric nut. Your tablescape is stunning and the different colors of red are just perfect together. So petty. The pretty bows on the napkins are fantastic too. Stunning table. Thanks so much for linking to TTT. I love it. Hugs, Marty

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  4. Love the Decor!August 23, 2010 at 5:49 PM

    So very Pretty! I love red and that runner is gorgeous!!
    As for your other post I say keep the name. I love the flow of the blog title

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  5. AnonymousAugust 23, 2010 at 6:04 PM

    Oh, my goodness! I love your pretty table setting! Your dishes look great and I adore the tablecloth! Feels a little fallish and I do love that! Great job.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  6. LynnAugust 23, 2010 at 6:23 PM

    Love red, this setting does have a nod to fall-I'm ready:@) I added Fabric Fun Thurs to my list of fun weekly memes-thanks!

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  7. DebbiedoosAugust 23, 2010 at 6:59 PM

    THat is gorgeous! I love all the layering and red that you have. Really very inviting...I would love to be sitting there tonight:)

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  8. Cass @ That Old HouseAugust 23, 2010 at 7:38 PM

    Oh you had me with the embroidered fabric -- I am a total fabric junkie ... can't resist the stuff, even now when my sewing machine is on the fritz and not usable!
    Your table setting looks wonderful. I love the range of reds!
    Cass

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  9. Sissie's Shabby CottageAugust 23, 2010 at 7:47 PM

    What a lovely red table setting. I'm getting hungry just looking at it. It's all stunning!

    hugs
    Sissie

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  10. KathleenAugust 23, 2010 at 8:39 PM

    Beautiful fabric, and a lovely table. I did red tonight too. :) I am all pastel ed out!
    Love your pics, very creative!

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  11. Melissa MillerAugust 24, 2010 at 12:01 AM

    I LOVE reds mixed with lime greens! Kim this all so pretty and warm. Great job! :)

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  12. Ldy ~~ DyAugust 24, 2010 at 12:53 AM

    Yup! I agree... Red is adored! At least by this lady!! LOL! Loved your table and your runner! Very pretty!

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  13. LindseyAugust 24, 2010 at 9:43 AM

    I LOVE red! You did a really nice job-- I especially love the idea of mixing shades of the same color. I like when everything doesn't match perfectly-- makes it more authentic!

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  14. Chari at Happy To DesignAugust 24, 2010 at 2:30 PM

    Hi Kim...

    Ohhh my goodness...your AdoRED tablescape is simply GORGEOUS, my friend!!! Of course, red is my favorite color...so I am definitley loving it! Your embroidered table runner is sooo beautiful...I love it! And...your place settings are just perfect with the linens, etc! Love, love, LOVE the floral centerpiece!!! Girlfriend, you did GOOD!!! Thanks for sharing your beautiful table with us today...this was such a treat!!!

    Warmest wishes,
    Chari @Happy To Design

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  15. MarianneAugust 25, 2010 at 3:11 AM

    What a nice tablescape! And that looks like a stunning fabric. Can't wait to see more of it.

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  16. ShelAugust 26, 2010 at 9:16 AM

    Lovely! So vibrant.
    Shel

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  17. TriciaAugust 26, 2010 at 3:42 PM

    Love the different reds together, with some green mixed in! That runner is beautiful!

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  18. AtticmagAugust 26, 2010 at 6:42 PM

    The red is lots of fun on the table. Nice to see a happy scape.

    Some news: We're staring a Giveaway Friday! link-up party tomorrow, 8/27 plus we are giving away a custom backsplash! Please join us to link your giveaway or browse. Jane F.

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  19. MarigeneAugust 26, 2010 at 6:59 PM

    Love all the different hues of red you have used with the bits of white...gorgeous runner.

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  20. AnonymousAugust 26, 2010 at 8:41 PM

    Red is my favorite color and your table looks so inviting. Now I have to check out the rest of your blog. :)

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  21. Entertaining WomenAugust 26, 2010 at 10:33 PM

    Did you know that the color red increases the appetite? Everyone is going to eat really well at your table! I loved your tablescape. I'm looking forward to seeing other variations. Thank you for sharing your charming design. Cherry Kay

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  22. AnonymousDecember 14, 2010 at 6:55 PM

    Do you even speak English? Seriously, wall of text crits me for 99999k.

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