Thursday, September 29, 2011

Bridesmaids Luncheon for my niece



This is my sister's lovely home.











My niece, the bride, my sister and my other niece the bride's sister.


Mother of the groom, grandmother of the groom, bride and groom's sister.

That's me on the left with my nieces and my sister.

Maid of honor toasting her sister, the bride and her bridesmaids.




Aunts and mother of the bride, my sister.










Gifts from the bride for her bridesmaids were aprons chosen for the girls personality.

You can tell they really liked them. They were all smiles.



Linking to Tablescape Thursday, Foodie Friday and Seasonal Sundays.
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32 comments:

  1. Mid-Atlantic MarthaSeptember 29, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    Is there anything more fun than a bridal luncheon. This looks beautiful. How sweet those aprons are.

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  2. TessSeptember 29, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    My goodness...your table is gorgeous! Everything, right down to the serving pieces, is beautiful. Looks like everyone was having a wonderful time. The good looks yummy and your house is beautiful. The bride-to-be is lovely and will be a gorgeous bride. Very elegant shower!!!

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  3. Zuni, Chickadee Home NestSeptember 29, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    Hi, Bonnie. Boy, am I glad I followed Susan's suggestion to visit the links before and after our own, because that's how I came to your blog and your beautiful post of the beautiful luncheon you hosted for your niece. Everything was beautiful. It looks like it was such a happy day. Please stop by and visit so we get to know each other!

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  4. Raindrops and DaisiesSeptember 30, 2011 at 1:52 AM

    Hi Bonnie,

    It all looks amazing.

    The photographs are wonderful and everyone looks so delighted with life.

    Wishing the bride every happiness in her future life.

    Thanks for sharing your wonderful pics.


    x Fiona

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  5. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    Well, this must have been a most festive, happy luncheon. When is the wedding? On the table, I particularly like the way the hydrangeas are presented. Hope all is well in Alabama.

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  6. VeronicaSeptember 30, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Bonnie what a great job you did with your niece's luncheon! I LOVE the place settings and the food looks scrumptious! I SO enjoy your blog!

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  7. Karin Şen CankanSeptember 30, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    Beautifully done, its always a pleasure to host luncheans like these I have done couple of myself and I loved it.

    Your dishes, your food and decorations are wonderfull.

    Congrat!!

    Karin Şen Cankan
    karinsfairytale.blogspot.com

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  8. Alycia NicholsSeptember 30, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    What an incredibly beautiful bride, family, home and celebration!!! This is such an exciting time in your family's history, and I hope you guys get the chance to savor every moment. It is quite apparent you did at this bridesmaids' luncheon! :-) Your sister's home is beautiful!!! The floral at the front door was the perfect greeting to guests with hydrangeas that tie in to the dining table. Best wishes to your niece for a long and fulfilled marriage, and congratulations to your family!

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  9. JenSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    Wow, those photographs are amazing and the bridal lunch looked really nice. Everything looked like it took time to prepare, and will be a great memory to look back on.

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  10. TannaSeptember 30, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    Bonnie, I cannot imagine a more beautiful bridesmaids' luncheon. Every detail was just so wonderful. I know it was a delight to attend. Great photos!! blessings ~ tanna

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  11. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeOctober 1, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    Oh my, such a lovely tablescape. Every detail is just perfect. Your family is lovely and the bride looked so radiant. Your Sister's home is stunning. Sounds like the perfect lunch. Hugs, Marty

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  12. Entertaining WomenOctober 1, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    A beautiful, quietly elegant bridesmaid's luncheon. Those girls will wear those aprons for the rest of their lives, and they'll remember this occasion each time that they wear their aprons...such a wonderful, thoughtful gift. The flowers under the cloches is a neat idea. Thank you for sharing this wonderful day with us. Cherry Kay

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  13. RedBettySummerOctober 2, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    Beautiful! I am way into wedding planning currently, as my daughter is getting married in the Spring. I'm very excited and nervous all at once. I enjoyed visiting your blog and seeing your family so happy. With all the crazy stuff in our daily life, it's nice to see the happiness of wedding bliss.

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  14. Cindy AdkinsOctober 2, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    Oh Bonnie, Everything is totally STUNNING!!! What a wonderful event that you planned and it looks like it was completely stellar and you are "the hostess with the mostest!"

    Thank you so much for attending my seminar. Usually I have pretty art on my blog, so it feels bare during the classes! lol I wanted to tell you what the Plus One button does...It is like an applause for our friends or a "thank you for this post!" Easy and it helps get their blog out there for other people to see who might also need the info that they posted.

    Such a beautiful event you planned and it is so wonderful meeting you. Guess what? I am in New Orleans and the colors in my house are the same as yours...We Southern Girls love charm in our surroundings, don't we?

    XO
    Cindy

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  15. SoniaOctober 2, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    What a gorgeous and elegant table setting! I am sure your niece was pleased at the wonderful luncheon you hosted in her honor! The china, flatware and cloche covered flowers are beautiful together. I especially love the little salt cellars with their little silver spoons. I have a few I love to use for special occasions. The menu and food looks delicious and I am sure your guests enjoyed everything! Thanks for sharing your special event!

    Miss Bloomers

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  16. bjOctober 2, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    Wow..that is a bunch of beautiful women!! Every single one of you...just beautiful and so happy. I love all those smiles.:)

    The table is stunning...all the food looks delicious..flowers..silver spoons..everything is PERFECT.
    Your photos are great. Thanks so much for posting all this beauty...
    xo bj

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  17. AnonymousOctober 2, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    Hi
    Thanks for becoming a follower of My Cozy Corner.
    Yes! Brides and pre wedding parties are the best. The table is outstanding. The girls are beautiful.
    xo
    Betty

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  18. The TablescaperOctober 2, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    How beautiful! What a spectacular celebration!!!! Wonderful to have you be a part of Seasonal Sundays.

    - The Tablescaper

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  19. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEOctober 3, 2011 at 12:35 AM

    What a sweet and memorable day! The table is absolutely stunning...and I noticed the salt cellars..I have collected them for years!

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  20. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsOctober 4, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    What a lovely event. The table was gorgeous! Thank you for stopping by my blog today.
    Penny

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  21. KathleenOctober 5, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    Hello Bonnie!
    What a lovely shower! Your family is beautiful!
    Looks like everyone had a great time. The table looks inviting. I am your new follower.
    Here from Seasonal Sunday!

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  22. Lana Kim White AustinOctober 5, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    What a beautiful bridesmaids' luncheon!!!! And I love those aprons!@!!! You must be thrilled for your niece!!!!

    Thank you so much for your super sweet comment--yes, Tom is about to leave. This is his last weekend. He's flying out Tuesday morning for his year long Afghanistan deployment. I think he'll do some training in Louisiana/SC for a few weeks before he's actually "in country," but to us, he leaves on Tuesday. Thank you so much for the prayers!!!
    I hope to meet you in person really soon. I'd love to have you over for coffee/dessert. I have a little something for you from Italy!!!

    Love/hugs/blessings,
    Lana

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  23. MaryOctober 5, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    Hi Bonnie~ What a lovely group of ladies & family~ the makings of a beautiful wedding no doubt! Your lunch looks delicious and I love the hydrangeas under the cloches. Your sister's home is beautiful~ of course, I love the arrangement on the front door!!

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  24. Travel With LuluOctober 6, 2011 at 1:48 AM

    I love the apron idea - what a wonderful gift!! Looks like a beautiful occasion :) I remember that time in my life of engagement parties & such - it was such a whirlwind - wonderful that you captured it beautifully on film. XOLaura

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  25. Janette - The2SeasonsOctober 13, 2011 at 6:20 AM

    I love the silver chargers!!! Thanks for stopping by The 2 Seasons. You can check on line to see where the nearest Ikea is to where you live.

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  26. Jordan@the2seasonsOctober 13, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    Very pretty. I love the gifts for the ladies very cute!

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  27. RenéeOctober 13, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    What a lovely party. The food looks divine and the table setting so pretty. Your hydrangeas are such a special touch, especially on the door. Congratulations to all of you and especially your radiant niece.

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  28. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart)October 13, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    What a lovely party. I love the cloche dome with hydrangeas as the centerpiece as well the sweet salt cellars. What a beautiful family. I love seeing how happy the girls were with there gifts of aprons.. what a sweet thing to do.. hugs ~lynne~

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  29. Monica @ Happily Playing with DishesOctober 16, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    What a lovely celebration. The tables are gorgeous. I love the beaded salt cellars and how the buffet was set up. I am your newest follower. Have a great week.

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  30. KellyNovember 1, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Just looking around your blog a bit. Love your sisters home! The basket on the door with the greenery and ribbon is so elegant. All the food looks wonderful. That was certainly a nice luncheon.

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  31. TriciaMay 15, 2014 at 12:50 PM

    Bonnie, thanks so much for sending me the link to this post! I loved seeing "my" china on your sister's pretty table. I think she and I would get along just fine. I have a red dining room, too!

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  32. LaurenMarch 27, 2018 at 12:39 PM

    Aunt Bonnie,
    I was sending a friend to your blog and decided to browse and catch up. This was the most special luncheon and I will always remember it. Thank you for making this time in our lives extra special. It was truly lovely! Love, Lauren

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