Thursday, January 31, 2013

MY VALENTINES DAY TREE

This is my new Valentines Day tree....so perfect for the little red and pink hearts...I think this is my take on Susan from Between naps on the Porch's valentine tree last year...I loved it so much and I was so inspired to make a heart tree..I found the hearts last year but could never find anything to hang the hearts on.....isn't it always the way...

I was so excited when I first saw this tree, I thought for sure it would be the one for my project...last year
I found the hearts at Big Lots and Joann's and I just mixed them up on this cute tree.   I found it at Tuesday Morning for half price after Christmas it came to about 30.00 and comes in three pieces....I like it because the branches are strong and are not bendy, additional branches form the base and  is as attractive as the tree...I may even use it for my Easter Eggs...yay


This view will give you a better idea of how it looks...another cool thing I tried with the tree is to take the top and the bottom and put them together and leave out the center part, makes a smaller tree and looks great as well...The trees came in an antique gold or silver...

Champagne yay, yummy...The old champagne bucket I got on ebay for 7.00 many years age..The larger candle holders were a gift from my friend Mary at "my dogs my garden and mary" stop by and give her a visit, she is a new blogger and is having a great time meeting all of you....


I know you have spotted the sweet coffee cup and little saucer server plate, they are some of my favorite little dishes and are the perfect little sets to serve a little treat....

In this close up you can see how the plate swirls up and then down, just love that...During the holidays I served Lobster bisque in  the little cups and a small slice of a crispy baguette...they loved it..such a cute appetizer.The little faux cupcake is from Hobby Lobby...they sure help to show off the plate...

I should have warned you this post is so full of pictures, it was difficult weeding through them, do you ever have that problem?  You take alot of pictures and then have to choose the ones to show...it was especially hard on this post as I have been playing with the lighting on my camera, I have a Nikon D5100 and I love it ...so much fun to play with and is so user friendly...

You may have noticed I changed up the plate center, these are so cute they are little strainers, they are from Cost Plus...a couple of years ago...The love birds are perfect and again a gift from my friend Mary..

Pretty cozy with the fireplace on...just fyi..it is a double sided fireplace and the otherside is the den..the fireplace is very deep...
That furry throw is one of my favorite things, it is thick and soft and warm and big, what more could you ask for ...

The Heart Napkins are new this year from Home Goods...the sheer overlay sheaths are from last year and a gift from a friend...

Not a lot of candlelight pictures, if you are a follower, you know I am not so good at that, my candlelight always looks like someone turned the lights off and they look kind of dark and odd...oh well

You may remember the silver plated flatware from the GW , such a favorite of min


Ahhhh love those fun camera settings, and the hearts are tooo sweet...

It's all about the hearts.....

Time for a snuggle in the throw and have a sip of that champagne.....come on over


Thank you so much for stopping by, hope you enjoyed yourself and found something that was fun to see and maybe inspired you to make your own Valentines Day table, the only thing missing is a big box of chocolates, oh well theres still time ..right...Leave a comment, I read them all and if you are not already a follower please join me ...
I am joining Susan @ between naps on the porch
and the Tablescaper

35 comments:

  1. It's gorgeous - and what a great idea to use it for Easter too
    ( would be pretty awesome at Christmas too actually )
    XXX

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  2. It's all so gorgeous!!! I'll be over for some of that champagne! Love the tree and hearts..love it all!! I can't believe those cupcakes are FAUX!

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  3. Hi,

    Looks like you're all geared up for Valentine's Day! Love the whole setting!! You got me fooled there - thought it was a real cup-cake! Anyway hope you'll enjoy yourself then.

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  4. This is so pretty! And...that tree is adorable. Love your beautiful table. You are all set for the love day!
    be a sweetie,
    sehlai ;)

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  5. Phyllis- I feel like I stepped onto a Valentine's Day tv set. I just love everything you did. That tree is darling and your table is spectacular. LOVE it!!!! xo Diana

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  6. Wow I've never seen a Valentine's tree before, it's absolutely gorgeous!

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  7. I love it. I have a tree up in my kitchen all year round. I should have made it up for Valentines, but I did it garden already for spring. I love all the red, so bright and fun.

    Many blessings....Brooke
    creativecountrymom@gmail.com


    Here is my new site for my Vintage Inspired Artwork...http://brookekroeger.blogspot.com/

    And my original site that focuses on my own photography and projects, Creative Country Mom... My home and gardening site, where I share tutorials, crafts, decor and lots of gardening ideas.
    http://creativecountrymom.blogspot.com/

    This week I am starting a new link up party called "Sunday Open House". I hope you will link up this lovely post to share with my readers.

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  8. This is just exquisite!!! I love the plates, I love the tree, I love everything about this table!!! =D

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  9. My dear friend - that Valentine Table is the very BEST!!!! Will have to pop over and see it in person. You and Mr S will have to snuggle under that throw and have champagne..... and chocolates. Great blog Phyl!
    Mar

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  10. Oh! I NEED that tree. I love that! I didn't see those at the Tues am where I shop. It is absolutely beautiful with your pretty hearts hanging on it, and I bet you'll use it frequently for other things. Your setting is so pretty. Love the sheer sheaths over the heart napkins, and oh how I would love to snuggle under that wonderful throw and have a glass of champagne from your beautiful bucket. I'm really coveting your tree though. laurie

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  11. You are definitely ready for a romantic evening. Beautiful touches for Valentine's Day. '-)

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  12. Oh it's all so wonderful! :) I adore your Valentine's tree. It's so pretty and sparkly. Pink and red.. the colors of love and passion. I love this post. Everything about it is perfect!

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  13. Loving the tree...Have to go on the hunt for something similiar or equal...by any chance, do you remember who the make of the tree was?...u can use it for so many holidays...love it...great job.

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    1. It is from Tuesday Morning store and they had gold and silver ones, I remember before Christmas they had them in boxes, then after Christmas they only had 2 left at our store and there were no boxes only these trees left...hope this helps...I love it too

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  14. This is all sooo beautiful! That tree has endless ideas, not only for holidays, but for birthdays, anniversaries, showers, etc! Now we are all going to want one!

    Katherine

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  15. Wow now you have given me some great ideas...I would have loved to have added some vintage valentine cards, but I do not have any...it would be cute with little crystals hanging...lol

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  16. Happy Valentine's Day to you. A beautiful post with lots of eye candy LOL! I love February...It's my favorite month. Thank you for visiting My Cozy Corner and I'm a new follower.
    xo
    Betty

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  17. Wow - I do not know where to start! That tree is wonderful - I would use it for every holiday. Every detail is perfect down to the strawberry in your flute. I love to drink champagne that way. Beautiful!

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  18. Phyllis, thanks so much for visiting my blog & following me! I love your Valentine tree, it's so unique looking. Tuesday morning had always been a fav of mine too, LOL! I'm following you now too.
    :) Pam

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  19. I have a similar tree, only mine is made of paper. I love it and use it for parties a lot. Found it at a yard sale. I love your tree.....so simple but very festive. I bet you are doing to decorate it for Easter too. How cute will that be! Happy Sunday ~ Lynn

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  20. Thanks for dropping by to see me ... I have been working way too hard, but having a blast setting up my new business! It is up and running well, so I can start to play a little again! Your post is beautiful ... love all the red!

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  21. Hi, Phyllis. What a fun post--your text conveys the fun you were having with the tree, the hearts, the camera--the whole thing, and that fun is contagious! Everything is lovely. I would've had to grab that tree as well! It's beautiful, and it offers so many options! I hope to see it again. Thanks for a fun visit!~Zuni

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  22. beautiful! just found you on Carolyns blog. where did you find the tree? I love it!
    have a great day
    xo
    vivian

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    1. Thank you for visiting, I found the tree at Tuesday Mornings, I do like it too, I think I might use it for Easter too, what do you think?

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  23. So very, very pretty! Love your tree I am sure you will find many ways to use it. Your napkins and dessert dishes are my favorites but your whole tablescape is beautiful. Have a wonderful Valetine's Day, thanks for sharing.

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  24. Hi Phyllis,
    So nice to meet you and visit your lovely blog. I just love your Valentine Heart tree and your stunning and romantic table setting. What a treat for the eye.
    You have such a pretty collection of treasures to celebrate with.
    Thank you for sharing and stopping by my blog too. I appreciate your new following and kind comment. I am a new follower here too.
    Have a wonderful day.
    Hugs, Celestina Marie

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  25. I have that tree! I bought it around Halloween last year and it served me well for both Halloween and Christmas. You have to love Tuesday Morning. I was looking for ideas to make my tree up for Valentine's Day, and I couldn't have found a better site! You have done a stunning job! So inspirational! Thank you so much!

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  26. New follower to your lovely, inspirational and delightful blog!!

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  27. WOW! I am so in love with your Valentine's tree. You did an amazing job on it! Adorable. The whole table setting is so pretty. You really do it up right girl. It's perfect!!

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  28. Phyllis - thank you for that sweet comment on my blog. I was so sorry to see that you do not have e-mail replies enabled - would have loved to have a chat with you. I had a look at this post of yours, again, and wow!

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  29. These are so beautiful! I would love to make something lovely like those for my family... Your blog is inspirational! Have a fun Valentine's Day.

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  30. Such a cheery post. I love the heart tree and ornaments! Treats look yummy too. I also like your white chargers very much. Did I miss their origin? Your table is very attractive and thanks so much for the inspiration. I hope to find the heart ornaments at Big Lots but they are probably all gone now. Hope your Valentine's Day is wonderful.

    Appreciate your visit very much.

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  32. Your Valentine's Day décor was really cute....I had fun with mine, too! Thanks for stopping by to see my birthday tablescape...have a great night!

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