Marie Antoinette Tablescape

Marie Antoinette's Versailles is the inspiration for this St. Valentine's Day tablescape. Pink, gold, and white look elegant and flirty with the addition of flowers and feathers.

For placecards, the computer is an indispensable tool. Here the names of the guests are superimposed over images of Marie Antoinette and then encased in ornate frames.

Mixing patterns a' la the dessert plates and the water goblets keeps the look fresh.

Beverages include Rose Tea, Kiddie Champagne, and Lemon/Orange Water. Striped glasses add a modern element.

Three different damask patterns (in the tablecloth, the runner, and the chargers) enrich the textures, creating the look of luxe.

My daughter's tea cup provides the perfect bowl for the amuse-bouche of broccoli cheddar soup.

I created garlands for the candelabra by intertwining floral wire with flowers and greenery.

Rose petals and mercury silver tea lights grace the runner.

The entree' consists of Chicken Cordin Bleu, with les haricots verts and scalloped potatoes.

Flammable pink plumage necessitates battery-operated candles.

















The pink feathers are an homage to Marie Antoinette's fabulous haberdashery.

Rose cupcakes and chocolate strawberries are a tasty dessert.
















Happy Love Day!

St Valentine's Day Breakfast in Bed

Being served heart-shaped Belgian waffles with raspberry sauce while still abed is a luscious way to start St. Valentine's Day.

A silver salver and doily add elegance to breakfast in bed. The white lace on the tray looks especially lovely this morning, imitating the falling snow outside.















Champagne with Chambord and raspberries (two of course) is ideal for celebrating this special occasion.

Raspberry syrup, whipped cream, raspberries and mint garnish the Belgian waffles.

Fresh flowers are fragrant as well as beautiful.
















Pepper bacon complements the sweetness of the raspberry syrup.

Cloth napkins and silver utensils add sophistication, making this breakfast perfect for the King or Queen of Your Heart.

 With love, Cody