Last week I was a part of an amazing eight-woman team in a table decorating contest. The contest was held to raise funds for the Sisters of St. Mary of Namur in Fort Worth. The Sisters have been a loving fixture in the Fort Worth community since 1873. You can view an amazing video of their work HERE. (Fun Fact, a few years ago the Fashionista lived in an apartment that had once been the Our Lady of Victory academy.) So come along as we create a That’s Amore Over The Top Tablescape!
That’s Amore Over The Top Tablescape
The table decor began with a basic white tablecloth.
Two red gingham table runners were laid down to add color and designate seating space.
Michele, Sweet Guy’s future mother in law, created this amazing Leaning Tower of Pisa with her cricut.
Next came a rustic charger, followed by plain white plates and lovely flatware. Napkins were made from the same red check fabric and simply gathered with a napkin ring from Hobby Lobby.
Battery operated candles, faux fruit and vines completed the centerpiece.
Looking to Venice for inspiration, the Gondola inspired seat covers were made from cardboard. I called them GUNNdola’s. LOL
Theresa created the red and white poles from large carboard rolls designed to hold fabric.
Gondelier hats and scarves were laid out on each seat.
If you are going to go over the top it’s important to dress for the part.
Some of the gondeliers mugging for the camera. Megan’s Salvador Dali inspired mustache was the best! I look like I’m ready to break some kneecaps.
I asked Meg to “Pisa pose!” (It had to be done.)
Michele outdid herself with delicious “meatballs” (cakeballs) and tomato macarons (they were actually raspberry flavored).
The Competition
I was all abuzz for this sweet bee inspired tablescape.
Lots of love went into this design.
A pink and green color palette made for a truly cheery table.
These sweet snowmen melted my heart.
A lovely Tuscany inspired tablescape.
A 100 acre wood tablescape featured a gorgeous centerpiece.
The Mardi Gras tablescape was so festive!
A black and gold tablescape was truly elegant.
In the end our Little Italy table took home the coveted grand prize of bragging rights for a year.
That’s Amore!
Laura
Congrats, super clever and well-executed!
I have always loved the idea and the look of a mirror over a mirror. I have done this for years.
I also love the mirror you have chosen, its beautiful.
What fun you always seem to make, Laura! Your imagination is limitless! Love the GUNNdolas! ~ carol
Your table design and execution was head and shoulders and waist above!
I’m not at all surprised. There were some cute tables but your team was definitely over the top. Congratulations — well done!
Good job Laura…all the tables were so fun to look at….thank you for sharing. I hope your weather is warming up…we are finally WARM down here in Florida.
Now I see where this was! How fun and creative!
Ann
Laura, I love all the tablescapes but the “Leaning Tower of Pisa is my favorite. I also love your French costumes. – Patty
Dear Laura,
I was soooo thrilled to see you took the the
time to recognize Our Sweet Sisters of SMN…
My Dearest Sister Marie Terese’ was part of this
wonderful Order. I have attended retreats at OLV
and I am so delighted that your Sweet Girl is there!!
The Tables were Fantastic.
Thank you again for all you do to make our Hearts Smile
with each of you Posts..
Blessings, Lisa McCarthy Arlington/Kennedale