Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Tablescape Thursday: With Good Friends

Ok, so maybe it wasn't a tablescape as much as an ottoman"scape" ...

And maybe it wasn't exactly with good friends ...

but BEST FRIENDS! Yes, indeed. There are nights when Scott is hard at work, or when he's fast asleep where I sneak down to the coziness of my living room, plop myself down on a cushy down pillow, fix myself a delicious snack of lemon curd cookies with sweet vanilla icing and ripe, but tart white grapes and catch up on my weekly reading.
With so much happening around Casa de la Vanderdogan, I've had a hard time finding hours in the day to enjoy my best friends: Veranda, Canada's Style at Home (thanks to MrsBen), House Beautiful, Traditional Home, Southern Living Before and Afters "Special Print", and of course - what collection of friends would be a true collection without Martha, Stewart Living that is.

Tonight, cookies in my grasp (which look beautiful on the gorgeous blue and white plate Rhoda at Southern Hospitality sent as a gift) and Scott's delicious fresh brewed raspberry iced tea I intend to spend some time with these best good friends, laughing, oooing, ahing, and maybe even cringing. You're welcome to join in! And make sure to head over to see Susan at Between Naps on the Porch, and all the beautiful tablescapes that participated this week.
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  1. abeachcottageJune 17, 2009 at 11:35 PM

    love your ottomanscape! and those mags I could curl up with!

    happy tablescaping

    Sarah

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  2. Pat@Back Porch MusingsJune 17, 2009 at 11:36 PM

    Lovely, Artie!

    I see we have some of the same best friends!

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  3. The MuseJune 17, 2009 at 11:43 PM

    Ah, you are tripping the light fantastic with ME time....we all need that, to simply stay sane!

    And if you can do it in style, all the better!

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  4. BoJune 18, 2009 at 3:18 AM

    Hi Artie...I could go for some of that "me" time like that...a party for one...perfect! ;-) Bo

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  5. MarthaJune 18, 2009 at 6:02 AM

    Love your ottomanscape! Nothing like "visiting" best friends -- and most of yours are mine as well (with the exception of the Canadian mag -- I'll have to see if I can find next time I go to Borders). There's nothing like a little pampering of oneself with a nosh and a good read.

    Love your plate, but who doesn't like blue and white!

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  6. Confessions of a Plate AddictJune 18, 2009 at 8:14 AM

    Hi Artie! How cozy! Yes, I love a wonderful snack and some good friends to spend time with. For me, it's usually my old friend, Charles Faudree! I could look at those books over and over and still see things I missed the first time! Love your "ottomanscape!"...Debbie

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  7. Vanessa GreenwayJune 18, 2009 at 8:14 AM

    Lovely tablescape. I wish I knew how to make a wonderful tablescape like yours. Maybe I'll give it a try sometime.
    Have a great day! Vanessa

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  8. KammyJune 18, 2009 at 8:49 AM

    Hi Artie !
    Looks great but....only set for one - where is my plate, LOL !
    Really looks wonderful and you have food too - I am impressed..
    I never do food , someday I might !
    Hugs ~ Kammy

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  9. mrsbenJune 18, 2009 at 9:05 AM

    I never noticed that beautiful print on the Ottoman before. Lov-i-lee!!!

    Also so happy to see that Style At Home has become one of your best friends. :) Hugs, hugs -Brenda-

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  10. Diana LaMarreJune 18, 2009 at 9:45 AM

    Now that's the way to enjoy an evening snack!

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  11. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJune 18, 2009 at 10:46 AM

    Now that looks like the best kind of snack and relaxing I can think of. Love the ottoman-scape. Enjoy the magazines and the snack. Great fun. Hugs, Marty

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  12. MaryJune 18, 2009 at 11:02 AM

    Absolutely perfect! In fact, I think I'll spend some time with my dear friend, Bunny Williams, on this rainy day... ;)

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  13. xinexJune 18, 2009 at 11:20 AM

    Aaaaahhh! Just my kind of relaxing life...Christine

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  14. ellen bJune 18, 2009 at 12:35 PM

    Looks very relaxing and inviting. Hmmm now where can I find me some lemon curd cookies!! :0)

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  15. MaryroseJune 18, 2009 at 1:25 PM

    Hi Artie,
    Love your "ottomanscape". You are so clever. What a relaxing and enjoyable way to spend time with your friends. Can I have a cookie and some of that delicious tea?
    ~Maryrose

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  16. Allie and PattieJune 18, 2009 at 1:27 PM

    Oh yes, those are dear friends indeed! Looks like a perfect spot to sit and catch up. Is Scott willing to share the recipe for that yummy looking raspberry iced tea? Beautiful as always
    Pattie

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  17. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJune 18, 2009 at 2:14 PM

    Thanks so much for stopping by my TT and the very gracious comments you left. I really appreciate it because I am always in awe of your creations. BTW did you know that we"re having a "Cloche Party" tomorrow. It is the first meme that I am hosting and I think it will be a lot of fun. You always inspire all of us with your creations and it's not just for cloches, but all kinds of containers. You can find out all the details by clicking on the button on my sidebar. I hope you will join the fun. Hugs, Marty

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  18. Fifi FlowersJune 18, 2009 at 2:26 PM

    Ottoman... table... who cares... looks GREAT!!! I'm staying and enjoying your music too!!!

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  19. Brenda PruittJune 18, 2009 at 2:33 PM

    These are the best of friends, I've learned. A tranquil setting with good reads and eye candy. Perfect!
    Brenda

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  20. AnonymousJune 18, 2009 at 3:42 PM

    Sometimes these are the best scapes! The escapes with just our tray and our treats. Nice...

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  21. Melissa MillerJune 18, 2009 at 3:45 PM

    Very clever Artie!

    The cookies and grapes look delish. I have three of those same mags right now. LOL!

    Thank you so much for visiting and your kind words.
    I had been missing you lately.

    Have a blessed day my friend.
    ~Melissa :)

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  22. Barb June 18, 2009 at 4:27 PM

    Hi Artie, your tray looks so inviting. Grapes and cookies...who could resist that?!

    Don't you just love Veranda magazine. One of my favs.

    Have a wonderful day.

    Barb

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  23. AnonymousJune 18, 2009 at 5:02 PM

    It's great isn't it? A pile of magazines and a delicious snack. I do "ottoman scapes" too. It's a lovely vignette. Thanks for your nice comment. It was very much appreciated.

    Sue

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  24. Linda QJune 18, 2009 at 5:40 PM

    Ottomanscape, I like it and we all need that once in a while!
    I was so pooped this week I didn't get any scape done. Next week I will try to be back at it!
    Enjoy Artie!
    Linda

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  25. MaryroseJune 18, 2009 at 5:59 PM

    Hi again Artie,
    Just wanted you to know I have a tray that I use on my ottoman outside all the time. You have given my the inspiration to do an ottomanscape. Can't wait. Thanks, and thanks for stopping in for a dip. The pool is always open ;)
    ~Maryrose

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  26. Chuck DilmoreJune 18, 2009 at 6:41 PM

    Dude - you know how to live...
    and we're happy to know it
    because you deserve it!

    all details...
    covered by Artie!

    C~

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  27. DeborahJune 18, 2009 at 7:35 PM

    I do like the company you keep! I'll join you next time, but I'm bringing wine. **blows kisses** Deborah

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  28. Linda (Nina's Nest)June 18, 2009 at 8:56 PM

    Beautiful blue & white plate, and those look like the perfect summer cookies -sweet and refreshing! Linda

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  29. imjacobsmomJune 18, 2009 at 9:06 PM

    You're my kinda guy, Artie! It all sounds so good to me. ~ Robyn

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  30. HerbgirlJune 18, 2009 at 10:04 PM

    Sounds like the perfect table 'escape' to me. I totally love all these mags and the treats would make a special treat to enjoy along with them. Those cookies sound wonderful!
    Thanks and Herbal Blessings, Mandy

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  31. AnonymousJune 19, 2009 at 12:12 AM

    Evening, Artieness! Oh, I love your scape for oneness! The blue and yellow of your dishes is so lovely! Eveything looks wonderful...would you pass me a cookie please? ;0
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  32. La Maison FouJune 19, 2009 at 11:39 AM

    This is the common thread that we bloggers sew with! Such a wonderful escape, does noteven have to be far to take you to wonderful far away pages..getting lost in a great mag! Such a pity there are so few of the good ones left! Love the ottomas man scape!
    L

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  33. Kim @ Starshine ChicJune 19, 2009 at 12:12 PM

    You have some great best friends. lol. And I loved your ottomanscape.

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  34. ShaniJune 19, 2009 at 3:50 PM

    First of all, that looks like a wonderful evening. Second of all, lemon curd cookies?? YUM. Is there a recipe for that you can share???

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  35. Renae MooreJune 19, 2009 at 6:29 PM

    Artie,
    Fifi is on her way over in the PINK limo to get me and we'll be right over. I love lemon cookies! Can we spike the tea with some champagne?
    Well done...enjoy!

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  36. CynthiaJune 19, 2009 at 9:30 PM

    Lovely ottomanscape! Enjoy your weekend!

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  37. Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net)June 19, 2009 at 11:28 PM

    Artie...those cookies and raspberry iced tea look sooo yummy! I'm a huge magazine reader, too. What do you do with all yours...do you keep them? I have so much trouble parting with them...but they seem to multiply!
    Love this ottoman-scape...looks like a perfect night of fun! Susan

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  38. My Galveston CottageJune 20, 2009 at 8:35 AM

    Glad to see you have Trad Home there with you (smile). I sense a possible side career here for you. You always create such nice table displays... have you thought about doing this for a living? Like helping people with parties? They're creative, lovely and fun. cheers -susan

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  39. My Galveston CottageJune 20, 2009 at 8:36 AM

    Glad to see you have Trad Home there with you (smile). I sense a possible side career here for you. You always create such nice table displays... have you thought about doing this for a living? Like helping people with parties? They're creative, lovely and fun. cheers -susan

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  40. My Galveston CottageJune 20, 2009 at 8:36 AM

    Glad to see you have Trad Home there with you (smile). I sense a possible side career here for you. You always create such nice table displays... have you thought about doing this for a living? Like helping people with parties? They're creative, lovely and fun. cheers -susan

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  41. My Galveston CottageJune 20, 2009 at 8:36 AM

    Glad to see you have Trad Home there with you (smile). I sense a possible side career here for you. You always create such nice table displays... have you thought about doing this for a living? Like helping people with parties? They're creative, lovely and fun. cheers -susan

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  42. My Galveston CottageJune 20, 2009 at 8:37 AM

    Glad to see you have Trad Home there with you (smile). I sense a possible side career here for you. You always create such nice table displays... have you thought about doing this for a living? Like helping people with parties? They're creative, lovely and fun. cheers -susan

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  43. My Galveston CottageJune 20, 2009 at 8:37 AM

    Glad to see you have Trad Home there with you (smile). I sense a possible side career here for you. You always create such nice table displays... have you thought about doing this for a living? Like helping people with parties? They're creative, lovely and fun. cheers -susan

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  44. My Galveston CottageJune 20, 2009 at 8:37 AM

    Glad to see you have Trad Home there with you (smile). I sense a possible side career here for you. You always create such nice table displays... have you thought about doing this for a living? Like helping people with parties? They're creative, lovely and fun. cheers -susan

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  45. Four Paws and CoJune 21, 2009 at 2:34 AM

    It's beautiful Artie & my kind of snack-scape! Oh my, those cookies look so good, could you pass one to me please? ☺ diane

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  46. cotedetexasJune 21, 2009 at 2:37 AM

    you and me need to get together - we're too lonely people on Thursday!!!!! haha!! love you.
    feel my hands reaching out. omg!
    hehe!!! my bad!

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  47. Rhoda @ Southern HospitalityJune 23, 2009 at 1:45 PM

    Hey, Artie, I'm SO glad you put that plate to good use. I couldn't pass it up & you are a blue & white collector, so that was a good place to send it. Enjoy! xo

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  48. JustineJune 23, 2009 at 4:09 PM

    Mmm yummy, that snack really does look good!

    Justine :o )

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