Dianne's Creative Table

I am inspired by light, all things natural, reusing previously loved items, and bargains!

Saturday, January 1, 2011

New Year's Anniversary

When my husband and I married, we decided we didn't want a traditional wedding; we wanted a party!  We decided to marry on New Year's Eve.  We decorated, invited all our favorite family and friends, and hired a rocking band.  We married at 8:00 PM and the party continued until we rang in the New Year.  To celebrate our anniversary over the last twelve years, we have traveled, attended concerts, and once I even had foot surgery (not much of a celebration),  but my favorite celebration is inviting close friends over for good food and a relaxing evening.  Of course, the best part for me is getting to decorate the table.



I chose silver for the centerpiece because my china has a platinum rim.  I started collecting round silver and crystal ornaments in October.  I wanted  to recall the Time's Square ball.


I love my lights down the center of the table.  They were purchased years ago at Smith and Hawken.  They have a tiny wire that just fits between the table leaves.


I just love the hour when the sun lights the table.  The mirror chargers continue the crystal theme.








I hope the New Year brings you health and contentment!
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21 comments:

  1. JaneiJanuary 1, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    Beautiful table!

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  2. CeCeJanuary 1, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    Oh, Diane,
    If only the New Year can bring each and everyone the beauty of this extrodinary table!
    Happy Anniversary...

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  3. MarlisJanuary 1, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    Now that is one fabulous table!!! I love your mirrored chargers. wow. Happy Anniversary!

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  4. The TablescaperJanuary 1, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    OH, such a glorious way to celebrate your anniversary, not to mention the new year. Love the Time Square Ball! I started collecting for my Christmas Eve table in October as well. I think you have to if you want the good stuff!

    Thanks so much for being a part of Seasonal Sundays. Happy New Year.

    - The Tablescaper

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  5. Lady KatherineJanuary 5, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    Oh, how lovely! I love the crystal ball! The mirrors look wonderful! What a great way to collect for your Anniversary! Just love this setting! Happy Anniversary and Cheers to collecting such wonderful pieces!

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  6. Red Couch RecipesJanuary 5, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    WOW WOW WOW -- all the crystal is just so fabulous! Happy Anniversary to you and what a fun way to celebrate. Joni

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  7. Susan Nowell @ My Place to YoursJanuary 5, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    Now THIS is an elaborate New Year's table! Fantastic! Happy Anniversary -- and Happy New Year to you and yours.

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  8. MellodeeJanuary 5, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    Absolutely Gorgeous! Like an Ice Palace!

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  9. SharlotteJanuary 5, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    Wow. This is gorgeous! Love all the crystal...perfect for winter! Thanks for sharing.
    Sharlotte

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  10. MarigeneJanuary 5, 2011 at 10:46 PM

    WOW! It is like an ice palace...stunningly beautiful, at that.
    Happy Anniversary and a Happy New Year!

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  11. Chubby ChiequeJanuary 6, 2011 at 2:08 AM

    I love the whimsical theme you have. I am so in love with your settings.

    Happy TS...
    Greetings from freezing Stockholm,
    /chie

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  12. we three dogs and meJanuary 6, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    What a dazzling tablescape. Never seen anything like it. So beautiful

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  13. Alycia NicholsJanuary 6, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    Fabulous, Dianne!!! I love it that you are not afraid to load the table down with lots of pretty stuff! That makes for a very interesting and eye-catching table. Fabulous job!!! Happy New Year!

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  14. BarbaraJanuary 6, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    I literally got goosebumps looking at this table! It is just so wonderful! It sparkles and shines like no other table I have seen. Happy Anniversary!

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  15. DonnieJanuary 6, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    Your table is just gorgeous. Happy Anniversary.

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  16. Patti's Artful DesignJanuary 6, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    Your tablescape is just stunningly, elegant! Love the whites, silver, crystal look!

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  17. KathleenJanuary 6, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    That is gorgeous! Love all the sparkle! Very sophisticated! Happy Anniversary too!

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  18. AnonymousJanuary 7, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    I love what you did especially the lights..do you have an outlet in the floor to plug them into? I'd love to do this but worry about running wires across the floor to the closest outlet.

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  19. DianneJanuary 7, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    Dear Anonymous, If you send me your email, I can send you an explanation and some photos of how we handled the wire.

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  20. Mid-Atlantic MarthaJanuary 8, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    Wow! THis table is full of glitz and glam! Beautiful.

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  21. Courtney ~ French Country CottageJanuary 8, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    What a beautiful table you have set!!! Wow!! Love the sparkles and shine and gorgeousness of it all! Just beautiful! Thanks for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday! :)

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