Valentine's Day is just around the corner. I am a hopeless romantic and remember spending hours looking for the perfect Valentine card. I also have spent hours planning special Valentine tables over the years. Do you have a romantic evening planned for Valentine's Day?
Join me today for a Romantic Blog Hop sponsored by Chloe Crabtree@Celebrate and Decorate. A host of bloggers are ready to share their romantic tables this week. Links are listed at the end of this post for your inspiration.
My love is like a red, red rose
That's newly sprung in June
My love is like the melody
That's sweetly played in tune.
As far art thou, my bonnie lass,
So deep in love am I:
And I will love thee still, my dear,
Til a 'the seas gang dry.
Til a' the seas gang dry, my dear,
And the rocks melt wi' the sun:
I will love thee still, my dear,
While the sands o' life shall run.
And fare thee weel, my only luve!
And fare thee weel awhile!
And I will come again, my luve,
Though it were ten thousand mile.
I thought you might enjoy this beautiful video of Robert Burn's poem sung by Karen Matheson.
My husband and I love a romantic evening. Candlelight and a table by the fire fits us well.
This little picture of my husband when he was around 4 years old is quite special to me. Framed in this heart shaped frame it was placed by my plate at my bridesmaids luncheon. I still remember how touched I was. My mother's best friend hosted the luncheon in her home along with other friends and her daughter, Mary Alice was in our wedding. My husband, Mike, played with my friend, Mary Alice when they were small.
The crocheted table topper was made by my great grandmother on my father's side. She lived to be 100 years old. The napkin fold in an envelope shape gives a nod to opening a Valentine card and the idea was borrowed from Southern Lady magazine, January/February issue this year.
Who doesn't like candy for Valentine's and these Lindt strawberries and cream white chocolate truffles melt in your mouth! The heart dish was my daughter's in junior high. And... red roses always steal my heart!
The art deco chocolate/coffee set was a given to me by my mother-in-law. I used it in one of my favorite posts, here. I wish I could ask her more about it.
What is your favorite candy?
Table sources:
Napkins- Waterford Table Linens/Home Goods
Plates-Mansard by Spode
Flatware- Buttercup by Gorham
Glasses - Pier 1
Chocolate/Coffee Set- Lenox
Tray -Target
Tablecloth- Vintage
A romantic table can be as varied as all our personalities. Set with love is the key. This is our 47th Valentine's Day as a married couple. If we go back to dating days, that began with our first date on Valentine's Day, 1968.
Psalm 127:1 " Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain."
Thanks for stopping by today and viewing my Romantic tablescape for two.
You don't want to miss visiting all the blogs listed below for other fabulous tablescapes.
Happy 47th Valentine's Day to you and your hubby Bonnie! Love is in the air and all around your romantic table set by the fireplace. The red of your table is so striking in contrast to your beautiful heirloom crocheted table topper. Your envelope shape napkin and framed photo of your hubby are such a sweet touch. It’s always a pleasure blog hopping with you. ♥
Oh my, Bonnie, I am enthralled with your presentation! The poem set to music is perfect while reading through all your lovely details....the envelope fold, your MIL's gorgeous cream coffee set, and the sentiment I can sense from your 47 year blissful marriage. Bravo, my friend, your romance is truly worth celebrating!
Oh Bonnie, your bold red and white table is perfect! Those envelope napkins are so pretty, and the sweet little frame and story is such a special and meaningful touch...so many pretties and special elements from your family, the crochet topper and art deco tea set are gorgeous! Your first date was Valentine's Day?? That is wonderful!! We will be celebrating our 46th this summer, we were babies when we married weren't we :) Jenna
I'm in love with the envelope shaped napkin fold- what a great idea! The sweet heart frame with your husband's picture is so sentimental and adds such a nice heartfelt statement and I love that it was presented to you at your bridesmaids luncheon. The crocheted table topper adds more sentiment and looks beautiful on the red tablecloth. Lots of love and thought went into your romantic table- love it!
This is truly a romantic table for two. You have so many special sentimental items on the table that add so much value to a theme of love. Valentine's Day must hold a special meaning to you and your husband! I enjoyed hearing about how all of these pieces were acquired, you brought them all together to make a very special table! Have a wonderful Valentine's Day!!
Bonnie, a table for two in front of the fire is always romantic. Love the red and white. How lovely to have your Great-Granmother's crocheted table cloth. Truly special. The Art deco coffee set is gorgeous. I love the unique design. The darling frame with your hubby's picture is a treasure. Your attention to detail is perfect. The envelope fold is so pretty.Happy Valentines to you and your sweet husband. xo
Bonnie, forty seven years as a married couple is something to celebrate! What a beautiful table for two that you have set by the fireplace...so romantic! The first thing I noticed was the crocheted topper. What a beautiful treasure from your grandmother! The chocolate set is so lovely and another treasure. Your table is full of love and memories...the sweet photo of Mike is certainly special! I love everything you have created sweet friend!
This is such a nice post! I love the sentimental stories behind your table setting -- they make everything even more special. :) The crocheted table topper is lovely. My husband's grandmother just passed away last month; she would have been 101 February 26th.
I love your envelope napkin folds and the pretty plates and flatware. Your coffee/chocolate set is gorgeous! I hope you and your beloved husband have a wonderful Valentine's Day, Bonnie.
Bonnie, romance by the fireplace is lovely. The crochet doily table topper is such a treasured keepsake. How wonderful that you have it and obviously have take excellent care of it. I love the envelope napkin fold. It's really a perfect addition to the tablescape and has a wonderful message. Congrats on the length of your marriage. that's a very special thing.
Bonnie, you always have such beautiful things to create a stunning table. This first thing that caught my eye was that gorgeous crocheted table topper. I know that you must treasure it so! The traditional red with white creates the perfect Valentine theme. Your post was so sweet, and I always love blog hopping with you! I hope that you have a very Happy Valentine's Day!!!
I abosultey love this romantic setting and if that Coffee set goes missing do not come to FLORIDA looking for it! Love it. I love everything about your romantic setting. So pretty and elegant....just like you dear friend. Hugs and blessings, Cindy
What a beautiful and romantic table setting. I love your napkins especially and the fabulous glasses. It's perfect with that lace overhang on the table cloth and the fireplace just tops it off. Couldn't be nicer!
Exquisite, Bonnie. Each detail filled with thoughtfulness. I'd be hard pressed to choose my favorite element. A toss up between your grandmother's crochet, the photo of your husband (saved from your bridesmaid luncheon!) or the beautiful fold on your napkins, looking so like a Valentine waiting to be opened! Perfection. Happy Valentine's/47th Anniversary of your First Date to you and your lucky husband. xoxo ~ tanna
Bonnie, your gorgeous table is so romantic set fireside. And I know your crocheted topper is such a treasure to you. It is wonderful the treasures and treasured memories that come along with a long marriage such as yours. Congratulations and wishes for many more. My husband and I will celebrate 46 years in July. Happy Valentine's Day !
Bonnie, I always enjoy the heart that you bring to blogging. Your sweet and gentle sentiments always make feel happier. I love this tablesetting by the fire with the traditional and carefully planned out linens. Those napkins are wonderful! So enjoyed participating in this sweet event with you! Jemma
Hopping over from Blue Sky at Home blog and so glad I did! I have to admit that I don't have a romantic bone in my body. I think if I tried to set things up like you did, my hubby would have a heart attack from the shock. I love how it looks and next to a fireplace is even better. It all looks so beautiful!
So many pretty details! Love the crocheted table topper as a backdrop to all your other lovelies like the pretty white plates and gorgeous stemware. The coffee set looks perfect on the table and speaks of a relaxing cuppa while savouring those yummy looking chocolates! Your set up by the fireplace creates a wonderful romantic scene for you and your hubby to celebrate your 47th Valentine's Day - well done!
Bonnie, Your lovely table in front of the fireplace is perfect for Valentine's Day. The chocolate set from your Mother-in-law is beautiful and I know so special to you. The tiny heart frame with you husband's pic is precious and comes with sweet memories after your BM's luncheon. Chocolates and all the detail makes a beautiful table setting for Valentine's Day!
your tea set is marvelous! I love the arms on the pieces, they're beautiful. Your library is beautiful, and I have a soft spot for leopard print, so those pillows are a perfect finishing touch. Happy Vday!
Bonnie, I love the sentimental pieces that makes this table speak of love for sure..the vintage table cloth, the outstanding teapot, and the picture of Mike and your daughter's heart containing special treats. My eyes immediately went to the envelope fold of the napkins..beautiful and so appropriate for Valentines. Beautifully done. Congratulations on 47 years.
We had the same idea! There is nothing like a table for two in front of a fireplace. What a treasure to have your grandmother's lace topper. The envelope napkin is such a fun idea. I thought immediately of the fun of Valentine's cards from grade school. It was always such an exciting day.
I have to say, after 47 years and you are both still loving the romance absolutely melts my heart! Such a pretty table set beside a cozy fire is the vision of romance. Your art deco coffee set is stunning by the way!
Happy 47th Valentine's Day together as a married couple, Bonnie. My late beloved and I actually got engaged on Valentine's Day in 1970. I am in awe of the beautiful crocheted table topper, and also your romantic setting. The mini vases each filled with a rose is such a sweet touch. What's my favorite candy? I really, really love Russell Stover's Roman Nougats, if I had to choose just one!
Espresso and chocolate sound like a winning combination to me and I love the napkin fold. Thank you for sharing with us at Celebrate Your Story, and have a great weekend.
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Happy 47th Valentine's Day to you and your hubby Bonnie! Love is in the air and all around your romantic table set by the fireplace. The red of your table is so striking in contrast to your beautiful heirloom crocheted table topper. Your envelope shape napkin and framed photo of your hubby are such a sweet touch. It’s always a pleasure blog hopping with you. ♥
ReplyDeleteVery pretty, and what a special photo in the tiny frame. Your coffee set is lovely too.
ReplyDeleteOh my, Bonnie, I am enthralled with your presentation! The poem set to music is perfect while reading through all your lovely details....the envelope fold, your MIL's gorgeous cream coffee set, and the sentiment I can sense from your 47 year blissful marriage. Bravo, my friend, your romance is truly worth celebrating!
ReplyDeleteWhat better way to celebrate Valentines than with coffee and chocolate? yum!! So pretty. You did a nice job!
ReplyDeleteOh Bonnie, your bold red and white table is perfect! Those envelope napkins are so pretty, and the sweet little frame and story is such a special and meaningful touch...so many pretties and special elements from your family, the crochet topper and art deco tea set are gorgeous! Your first date was Valentine's Day?? That is wonderful!! We will be celebrating our 46th this summer, we were babies when we married weren't we :)
ReplyDeleteJenna
I'm in love with the envelope shaped napkin fold- what a great idea! The sweet heart frame with your husband's picture is so sentimental and adds such a nice heartfelt statement and I love that it was presented to you at your bridesmaids luncheon. The crocheted table topper adds more sentiment and looks beautiful on the red tablecloth. Lots of love and thought went into your romantic table- love it!
ReplyDeleteThis is truly a romantic table for two. You have so many special sentimental items on the table that add so much value to a theme of love. Valentine's Day must hold a special meaning to you and your husband! I enjoyed hearing about how all of these pieces were acquired, you brought them all together to make a very special table! Have a wonderful Valentine's Day!!
ReplyDeleteBonnie, a table for two in front of the fire is always romantic. Love the red and white. How lovely to have your Great-Granmother's crocheted table cloth. Truly special. The Art deco coffee set is gorgeous. I love the unique design. The darling frame with your hubby's picture is a treasure. Your attention to detail is perfect. The envelope fold is so pretty.Happy Valentines to you and your sweet husband. xo
ReplyDeleteBonnie, forty seven years as a married couple is something to celebrate! What a beautiful table for two that you have set by the fireplace...so romantic! The first thing I noticed was the crocheted topper. What a beautiful treasure from your grandmother! The chocolate set is so lovely and another treasure. Your table is full of love and memories...the sweet photo of Mike is certainly special! I love everything you have created sweet friend!
ReplyDeleteHi Bonnie,
ReplyDeleteThis is such a nice post! I love the sentimental stories behind your table setting -- they make everything even more special. :) The crocheted table topper is lovely. My husband's grandmother just passed away last month; she would have been 101 February 26th.
I love your envelope napkin folds and the pretty plates and flatware. Your coffee/chocolate set is gorgeous! I hope you and your beloved husband have a wonderful Valentine's Day, Bonnie.
Hugs,
Denise
Bonnie, romance by the fireplace is lovely. The crochet doily table topper is such a treasured keepsake. How wonderful that you have it and obviously have take excellent care of it. I love the envelope napkin fold. It's really a perfect addition to the tablescape and has a wonderful message. Congrats on the length of your marriage. that's a very special thing.
ReplyDeleteBonnie, you always have such beautiful things to create a stunning table. This first thing that caught my eye was that gorgeous crocheted table topper. I know that you must treasure it so! The traditional red with white creates the perfect Valentine theme. Your post was so sweet, and I always love blog hopping with you! I hope that you have a very Happy Valentine's Day!!!
ReplyDeleteI abosultey love this romantic setting and if that Coffee set goes missing do not come to FLORIDA looking for it! Love it. I love everything about your romantic setting. So pretty and elegant....just like you dear friend. Hugs and blessings, Cindy
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful and romantic table setting. I love your napkins especially and the fabulous glasses. It's perfect with that lace overhang on the table cloth and the fireplace just tops it off. Couldn't be nicer!
ReplyDeleteExquisite, Bonnie. Each detail filled with thoughtfulness. I'd be hard pressed to choose my favorite element. A toss up between your grandmother's crochet, the photo of your husband (saved from your bridesmaid luncheon!) or the beautiful fold on your napkins, looking so like a Valentine waiting to be opened! Perfection. Happy Valentine's/47th Anniversary of your First Date to you and your lucky husband. xoxo ~ tanna
ReplyDeleteBonnie, your gorgeous table is so romantic set fireside. And I know your crocheted topper is such a treasure to you. It is wonderful the treasures and treasured memories that come along with a long marriage such as yours. Congratulations and wishes for many more. My husband and I will celebrate 46 years in July. Happy Valentine's Day !
ReplyDeleteBonnie,
ReplyDeleteI always enjoy the heart that you bring to blogging. Your sweet and gentle sentiments always make feel happier. I love this tablesetting by the fire with the traditional and carefully planned out linens. Those napkins are wonderful!
So enjoyed participating in this sweet event with you!
Jemma
Hopping over from Blue Sky at Home blog and so glad I did! I have to admit that I don't have a romantic bone in my body. I think if I tried to set things up like you did, my hubby would have a heart attack from the shock. I love how it looks and next to a fireplace is even better. It all looks so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteSo many pretty details! Love the crocheted table topper as a backdrop to all your other lovelies like the pretty white plates and gorgeous stemware. The coffee set looks perfect on the table and speaks of a relaxing cuppa while savouring those yummy looking chocolates! Your set up by the fireplace creates a wonderful romantic scene for you and your hubby to celebrate your 47th Valentine's Day - well done!
ReplyDeleteBonnie, Your lovely table in front of the fireplace is perfect for Valentine's Day. The chocolate set from your Mother-in-law is beautiful and I know so special to you. The tiny heart frame with you husband's pic is precious and comes with sweet memories after your BM's luncheon. Chocolates and all the detail makes a beautiful table setting for Valentine's Day!
ReplyDeleteyour tea set is marvelous! I love the arms on the pieces, they're beautiful. Your library is beautiful, and I have a soft spot for leopard print, so those pillows are a perfect finishing touch. Happy Vday!
ReplyDeleteBonnie, I love the sentimental pieces that makes this table speak of love for sure..the vintage table cloth, the outstanding teapot, and the picture of Mike and your daughter's heart containing special treats. My eyes immediately went to the envelope fold of the napkins..beautiful and so appropriate for Valentines. Beautifully done. Congratulations on 47 years.
ReplyDeleteWe had the same idea! There is nothing like a table for two in front of a fireplace. What a treasure to have your grandmother's lace topper. The envelope napkin is such a fun idea. I thought immediately of the fun of Valentine's cards from grade school. It was always such an exciting day.
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful and a romantic setting in front of your fireplace. Good choices.
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful that your romantic tablescape holds so many family memories. Love it ❤
ReplyDeleteOh, Bonnie, what a lovely tablescape you created for you and your loved one.
ReplyDeleteI love how you placed the table in front of the fireplace - that doubles the romantic feel of the evening for sure.
Thanks so much for your visit - great "seeing" you again, sorry about your blog roll going away. That's never fun, is it!??
Hugs.
This is so cozy and romantic by the fire. Beautiful table my Sweet Friend!
ReplyDeleteI have to say, after 47 years and you are both still loving the romance absolutely melts my heart! Such a pretty table set beside a cozy fire is the vision of romance. Your art deco coffee set is stunning by the way!
ReplyDeleteI'm in love with the vintage tablecloth! My eyes went right to it and it literally brings your tablescape to life. So beautiful! Happy Valentines!
ReplyDeleteHappy 47th Valentine's Day together as a married couple, Bonnie. My late beloved and I actually got engaged on Valentine's Day in 1970. I am in awe of the beautiful crocheted table topper, and also your romantic setting. The mini vases each filled with a rose is such a sweet touch. What's my favorite candy? I really, really love Russell Stover's Roman Nougats, if I had to choose just one!
ReplyDeleteEspresso and chocolate sound like a winning combination to me and I love the napkin fold. Thank you for sharing with us at Celebrate Your Story, and have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful romantic table, Bonnie. The fireplace makes it even more romantic....Christine
ReplyDeleteOh what a beautiful tablescape!! I love the bud vases and the photo of your husband is such a sweet touch. You can't wrong with dinner by a fire!
ReplyDeleteWow! 47 years! I love that your first date was on Valentine's Day and that all of these years later you both still love a romantic dinner for two!
ReplyDeleteI am new to viewing your blog. A gentle hint: eSpresso (not eXpresso)
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