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      While rummaging through TJ Maxx Saturday I came upon a treasure trove of tableclothes.  Now hold onto your seats, a large tablecloth for $7, April Cornell.  I couldn't believe it.  Now mind you, the colors in this tablecloth are not the color of my dish collection, but it was so beautiful I thought I'd give it a try.  This is one of the most vibrant tableclothes yet.  Stunning.  So this tablescape started with the cloth.  This was the best I could do.

                                        APRIL CORNELL TABLECLOTH

 Trying not to be discouraged with my blue (not green) plates, I start to build.   Ah-ha good thing I have green napkins.  Maybe I'll trick the eye.

YES!  I found small plates with the coordinating colors. 

Wood chargers, blue plate, white plate, rooster plate.  Looking good.  Now what about the centerpiece?  Rummage through the closet  . . . . .

Need more items for centerpiece.  Gathered two antique oil lanterns.  Placed very old glass condiment dishes on table, given to me by my grandmother who received them from her mother.

Found some candles.  Stuck some white flowers into the napkin rings.

This is what I ended up with.  I like it, but don't love it yet.  Feel like there is something missing . . . . . I'll be keeping my eyes open in the stores for that special something.

Any suggestions are welcome. 

Linda