Happy Saturday everyone!
Last week we attended, as a vendor, a bridal show at
Persimmon Country club. In preparation for the event, I decided that I wanted to come
up with an original tablescape concept and design. I’ve always been a big fan of pergolas. There is something about them that I find
inviting, romantic and classy. I love it
when they are covered with beautiful blooming plants, or strung with strands
of small globe lights. I don’t think I’ve
ever seen one I didn’t like, and if we didn’t live where it rained 9 months out
of the year, I’d have one on my house.
With the help of my “contractors” {aka my hubby and dad}, we
scaled down this architectural structure I’m so fond of, and made a tabletop
pergola. We constructed our pergola out
of reclaimed, FREE, wood. Not only did
this help in the budget department, it gave our structure a weathered,
distressed look. Double bonus!
The real fun began after the building was complete. The styling!
I made some custom linens out of a canvas drop cloth, and used chocolate
brown satin napkins I already had. Some
cream plates, antique flatware, champagne glasses and coffee filter flowers finished
off the place settings. For the
centerpiece I used a variety of candle holders and a boxwood plant. Using potted plants for centerpieces is a
great way to save money AND they can be given away as gifts or used in your own
landscaping after you event. This
boxwood only cost $4.50, that’s a significant savings compared to flowers.
Take a look at the pictures!
I’d love to hear what you think. I’m
so pleased with how it came out and may just have to use it at home this
summer!
I'm always looking for an excuse to dream up unique, one-of-a-kind designs. If you have an event coming up and need some ideas, I'd love to help! Email me at lolligags@gmail.com for more information.
Have a great weekend!
