Anyway, even if I had been feeling slightly blue, I'm definitely melancholy no more!
Not since I stopped by the wonderful blog of Valorie, the fabulous Visual Vamp, today! See her latest post HERE. It's called "Small Masterpieces," and it describes a party rental company in California owned by "the irreverent Martha Stewart," Jason Murakawa. He specializes in antique and vintage tableware. The Vamp has gorgeous images from Jason's website AND...
she generously mentioned Affordable Accoutrements. In the same sentence with a reference to uber blogger, Eddie Ross! Was I honored? Well ... yes, more than a little.
If you missed my table last week, here's a sample image:
You can see it HERE.
Make sure and visit Jason Murakawa at www.SmallMasterpiece.com. What a brilliant concept!
Tomorrow, Valorie and several other bloggers are doing 'Eddie Ross Day." Just in case any of you missed the news, here's what she wrote:
"He's in this contest at Apartment Therapy, and tomorrow (Thursday) is the last day of voting, so we are putting all our blog power to use to get out the final big number of votes for him.The post can be short and sweet: Eddie Ross Day - Last chance to vote - Link
http://bigwindowchallenge.apartmenttherapy.com/"
Thank you, as always, Susan for hosting Tablescape Thursday. Visit Between Naps on the Porch for lots of great tablescapes from Susan and all her talented guests.
I hope you'll forgive me for not posting a new table this week. I'm working on something fun for next week. I hope you'll join me!
Posts
Bill, congratulations on your well deserved recognition. I am thrilled for you. I love your tablescape last week, it is just stunning and what a special treat your yourself. I always enjoy your blog and look forward to all your posts. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteA quiet setting of for a solitary dinner. So peaceful & inviting.
ReplyDeleteBeckie in Brentwood, TN
Bill, congrats on the nod. I can't think of a nicer blogger to receive recognition than you. So happy for you! :-)
ReplyDeleteAnd I will be sure to check out last week's scape. Glad to know you were feeling artistic and not truly blue. But how could anyone be blue with all of that pretty silver, china, and crystal around? And the candlestick is great, too!
Looking forward to next week's post...
XO,
Sheila :-)
XO,
Sheila :-)
I look forward to every tablescape. I thought last week you were letting the gray weather get you a little bluesy. I am happy you were just being artsy.
ReplyDeleteOh Bill Sweetie...
ReplyDeleteCongrats, Congrats, Congrats. You know any nod will do. We are all so happy for you. Just to get a mention is phenomenal. I am so proud.
I loved your dinner for one. Sometimes we all need the solitude. I can think of days that would be so nice. I have had some stressful ones with work, and to be able to just sit for one minute in peace and quiet, yep I would love to dine at that table of yours.
That drawing of you, is OUTSIDE the box. We see the real BILL so we knew you were okay, but thank you my friend for the clarification. You have became such a special friend to all of us, that just the thought of saddness makes us sad too. You gotta love us Bill....
Have a beautiful evening. I so love to come and see what you are up to. Thanks for sharing.
Country hugs from Country Wings in Phoenix, Sherry
I echo Sheila in my sentiments. You have the most beautiful collection of dishes, silver and crystal of anyone I know! I went back and looked at your post and I must say it was a bit wistful...but I love the portrait of you and the poem. Perfect for that lovely place setting!
ReplyDeletexoxo
Jane
Congratulations Bill, this is well deserved, and you have been a huge inspiration to me.
ReplyDeleteSusan
Well a hearty congratulations to you Bill! You deserve recognition for your creativity and style!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!! Well deserved!
ReplyDeleteBeen to the grocery for milk & bread yet? :-D
Bill,
ReplyDelete"I feel your pain." I have to admit, although I initially viewed the melancholy table scape as "an art project" there was a bit of a pause in your blogging...........so it's understandable why there was a note of concern among the people. I am looking forward to your latest project. You are so talented and just want you to know how much I enjoy your blog.
Your fellow Tennessean,
DB
Sadly, I did miss last weeks post. Glad to have a 2nd chance. Lovely, and congrats on your well deserved recognition.
ReplyDeleteChristi @ A Southern Life
Darn, I missed last weeks post. Congratulations on the recognition. You do have a lot of wonderful vintage things and the creativity to put it all together. --Delores
ReplyDeleteCongratulations. What wonderful recognition. I'm so happy for you. Who know where this could go?
ReplyDelete- The Tablescaper
Congrats Bill! I've said you always inspire.
ReplyDeleteHope you get to stop by Vintage Alphabet to see the 'A's at my blog.
Congratulations! What a beautiful setting. Thanks for sharing and happy TT to you!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on being mentioned on her blog! Thanks for sharing those links with us!
ReplyDeleteKatherine
Bill you have style and class!!~ This is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHi Bill I will have to go over to Valories blog and see where she gave you a shout out!! I really look forward to your post, You have such style and grace. Always truly lovely,Kathysue
ReplyDeleteYou sure deserve to be recognized, Bill! You are one of the most talented tablescaper and decorator that I know. Congrats!...Christine
ReplyDeleteBill, Congradulations for the recognition on Jason's blog. Wow! But I would not expect less. You are a master of masterpiece collections! You never disappoint!
ReplyDeleteYvonne
Bill-Congratulations friend--You have hit the big time!! I prefer to think of your look in the last post as "pensive"--like Rodin's The Thinker! I love Valorie's blog too!
ReplyDeleteBill your tables always make me gasp. They are each and everyone of them stunning. So beautiful, creative and you! always enjoy your blog and you so richly deserve the recognition!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! What an honor. You deserve it. I hope you are doing well and ready for the wintry mix we are expecting Friday. I hope we just rain. If all the percipitation turns to ice we are in for a big mess.
ReplyDeleteWow! I missed it last week, but those chargers & dishes are gorgeous! Congrats on your honor!
ReplyDeleteBill you're the best!
ReplyDeleteI'm just another blogger, so thanks for the shout out! I love making connections via all the different and wonderful blogs out there. And thanks for rocking the vote for Eddie! No matter how big you get, you're nothing without your peeps!
xo xo
It would be FABULOUS to sit down at a table with the VAMP... she is DIVINE!
ReplyDeleteBill,
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!! How wonderful to have your work (or is it play?) recognized. You deserve the recognition. You never fail to bring us beautiful tables in beautiful settings. I look forward to visiting every week. Thank you for all you've done to enrich our lives.
gloria
Hi Bill,
ReplyDeleteHope your feeling better. I guess it's just a winter tiredness (fingers x for that).
Thanks for sharing your fav bloggie friends. Unfortunately, I live in the other side of the globe. Anyhow, thanks a mill for sharing the gorgeous ideas and the motivation.
Greetings from Stockholm, Sweden...
Congratulations..you deserve the mention for all your beautiful tables. I'm going to check out that table from last week since I missed getting around to everyone - busy time a work last week. Cheers!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations - I missed last week's post but oh I love those dishes.
ReplyDeleteYour tablescapes are always fantastic.
Greetings Superstar!!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on a well deserved mention. The Vamp really knows what she talking about and I couldn't agree with her more here. Thank you for always inspiring all of us that visit your blog.
Julio
I was reading through your last post and table setting and was pleasantly surprised to see "my" drum table. Where did you get yours? My parents bought theirs in the 40's and since most of their furniture came from Jamestown Furniture, I as assuming the drum table did also.
ReplyDeleteSandy
Lovely, lovely tablescape! Your table is warm and romantic just like my style of decorating. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to you. Your tables are so beautiful. You must spend hours polishing, because everything always looks so lovely.
ReplyDeletesheila
That's table setting fit for a Queen/King! Your guests must feel like a million bucks...
ReplyDeleteCongrats! : )
ReplyDelete