I set a coastal tablescape under the palapa. It is so easy to set a pretty coastal table. White plates, some sea grass chargers and lots of sea shells.
It is going to be very hot again this weekend. You will find me in the pool.
The sea shells are made for food, so a lovely appetizer would be great. We love
Ina Garten's crab cakes.
The palapa is a wonderful place to enjoy a meal, whether it's lunch or dinner. We entertained all of the grands the 4th of July weekend.
I always use acrylic glasses down by the pool.
Lots of sea shells for the centerpiece. It is easy to get creative with them. The lanterns are new. I filled the little containers with sand and more shells.
The pool area is so relaxing for entertaining. Enjoy a nice meal and then take a swim.
Aren't these little lanterns the cutest? They are from the dollar store, battery operated.
The hutch is all decked out with some mermaids, platters and lanterns. I love changing up the look.
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Hello, welcome to LifeandLinda. I am from Northern California. I enjoy blogging, Designing Blogs, Decorating, cooking, entertaining, gardening and clogging. I hope you enjoy your visit.
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I love the pineapple detail on the flatware. Ina Garten's recipes are always good, I find.
ReplyDeleteThanks Debra. Thanks for noticing the pineapple flatware. I love all of Ina's recipes.
DeleteWhat a fun, fun setting, Linda. I love the way it starts with the rug and chair cushions. You did a beautiful job and it would be fun to sit there and just enjoy the beauty of it all. The pool, of course, is the crowning touch to the setting. Have a wonderful day and enjoy your beautiful weather. We are supposed to get a bit of rain and I am praying we do. xo Diana
ReplyDeleteThank you. I appreciate your sweet comment. The aqua is so fun and reminds me of the ocean. We could always use your rain. It is very hot now. xo
DeleteA vacation spa:) So pretty!
ReplyDeleteThank you. We feel like it is a resort too.
DeleteAhhh feels like a beautiful vacation spot. The shells with lanterns is so pretty for the center piece. Love it all. You are the vignette queen and this one is gorgeous. Enjoy your backyard oasis. Hugs. Kris
ReplyDeleteThis looks beautiful -- I love the shells, such a summery feeling. I can see why you are spending time in the pool. I wish you could send us a bit of that heat. We're in the 60s and I'm dying to swim -- but not in the 60s! I love Ina's recipes. They almost always work!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty Linda and the all white color scheme is so cooling and refreshing! Your pool area is so perfect for entertaining, beautiful!
ReplyDeleteJenna
Thanks Jenna, a different look for summer, Calming whites.
DeleteYou have the perfect setting for entertaining no matter what the season..Enjoy!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Missy, we love entertaining our guests poolside. It is so relaxing and our guests can feel free to dip their toes.
DeleteThat's a super cool look - literally and figuratively - for hot summer days and evenings. I love the crisp look of the white and natural.
ReplyDeleteThank you Rita, I thought the white would be calming and also a beachy look.
DeleteI know I'm usually a red girl, but that shade of blue is absolutely dreamy!!
ReplyDeleteThank you. I do love red as well, but this aqua is perfect poolside.
DeleteThis is lovely Linda! Love the white dishes and that centerpiece! It’s wonderful!
ReplyDeleteThank you Liz, too bad you and Dan live so far away, you could join us.
DeleteThe lanterns are adorable!! Table is so welcoming and perfect for summer by your pool!!
ReplyDeleteThank you Patti, they look fabulous all lit up at night.
DeleteLooks fabulous, the heat is on and love your cooling moments!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Jain. Yes those temps are extremely hot. Enjoy your pool.
DeletePerfect for a sumptuous seafood dinner as the day begins to cool, and the candles twinkle as the sun wanes into evening. I think Aqua is your color, as pink is mine---California blue.
ReplyDeleteThank you Rachel.I love your dreamy description. Pink is such a lovely color, enjoy.
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ReplyDeleteThank you for noticing Debra. I totally agree about Ina’s recipes. Happy weekend.
ReplyDeleteLinda, what a cooling tablesetting. I love all the shells. You certainly have the perfect spot for entertaining, I just know your guests hate to leave! Happy Weekend!
ReplyDeleteNicely done!
ReplyDeleteThat is just lovely!
ReplyDeleteLinda,
ReplyDeleteI LOVE this sweet Coastal tablescape!! So charming and inviting and perfect by your stunning pool!! I am now decorating the Living Room in my "Under the Sea" theme for Late Summer and you have given me some inspiration!! I hope you are staying cool...My son and DIL just cam back from a vacation in Disneyland and my son's bald head was sunburned so bad that he had blisters that burst and peeled...YIKES!! He was not prepared for the Sun out there,,LOL!
Hugs,
Deb