St. Patrick's Day Table - Wearin' of the Green

 I hope you all have your green ready for the 17th!  Whether you are Irish or not, this is a good day to have a little fun!!

I like to set a St. Patrick's Day table every year. 

St. Patrick's Day Tablescape -13th Edition of the Keeper of the Shamrock Cloth

I am so excited to share this special post with you today!!  I am the lucky 13th Keeper of the Traveling Shamrock Cloth and so thrilled to be a part of this tradition!!

I hopping with my fellow table enthusiasts today in the Lucky Charms Blog Hop, which was organized by the wonderful Debbee of Debbee's Buzz!  

Much Thanks to Debbee because she was also the tablescaper that passed the traveling shamrock tablecloth to me. 

St. Patrick's Day Table

Time to celebrate St. Patrick's Day!

This year will be very different from any other St. Patrick's Day - since there will be no parades or large gatherings - we will be celebrating at home.

Even though we can't do our usual celebration, We will still have the Irish cheer going on at the table with a bowl full of shamrocks!

And what is St. Patrick's day with out a an Irish Beer?

So Cheers to everyone! 

 While we are staying close to home in these uncertain times, we can still have a toast to good fortune and a prayer for better days ahead.

An Irish Blessing for all:

May you be poor in misfortune, rich in blessings, slow to make enemies and quick to make friends. And may you know nothing but happiness from this day forward.

Sláinte!

My heart goes out to those we have lost through this pandemic.

My prayers go out to all across the world, hoping that this virus may be contained.  Life as we know it has been challenged, may we rise to the challenge and get through this together.

If anything, hopefully it will pull us together to be kinder and gentler people.

St. Patrick's Day Cards

I am gearing up for St. Patrick's Day with some 4-leaf Clover Cards.

When you don't have a shamrock stamp, you have to improvise with your Valentine's Day sets!

 I have used the Meant To Be stamp set and the Stitched Be Mine Dies to create both of the shamrocks of these two cards.

• This is just a basic A2 card - 8 1/2" X 5 1/2" scored at 4 1/4" and folded in half - Call Me Clover Cardstock
• Whisper White  Cardstock  -4"  X 5 1/4"  
• Using the random spot stamp from the  Delightful Day stamp set - I stamped with Call Me Clover ink - but I stamped off the ink first so that the spots were not so dark - to do that just ink up the stamp - then stamp once on a piece of scrap paper first, then stamp on your card piece to get a bit lighter image.
• After stamping the Whisper White Cardstock, I ran it through the Subtle embossing folder just to give it a bit of texture.
• I cut some random hearts and flowers from some scraps of Call Me Clover Cardstock- two of the hearts I used are from the Trio of Tags die set that was in the Christmas catalog - but still available.  The flowers are from the Garden Gateway Dies.  I also used a few enamel dots from Happiness Blooms Enamel Dots.
• I cut a Whisper White circle using the Stitched Shapes dies.
• I stamped four hearts from the Mean To Be stamp set and cut them out with the die that has all of the multiple hearts that are connected in the Stitched Be Mine die set.  I adhered the hearts to the circle with liquid glue to form the shamrock.  The stem was cut from one of the many flower sets we have and I just cut it to the right length and placed another enamel dot in the center.
• Dimensionals were used to adhere the circle on to the card
• The sentiment is from Bonanza Buddies, I just blocked of the word you- stamped with Call me Clover Ink on Whisper White cardstock.   This was cut with the Stitched Rectangles die and I shortened it by placing the die back on and running it through a second time - cutting off a bit at the end. 
• I adhered the sentiment with dimensionals and added another enamel dot to finish it off!

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• This card has a 7 1/2" x 5 1/2" base from Shaded Spruce cardstock, scored at 3 1/4" and folded so that there is the back side is an inch longer than the front side.
• Cut two pieces of Whisper White cardstock for the mat pieces 3 1/8" X 5 3/8" for the front and 4 1/8" X 5 3/8" for the inside.
• The check is from the 6" X 6" Designer Series Paper -  Regals - cut to 3" x 5 1/4" - the backside of the check is the diamond pattern - cut to 1 1/4" X 5 3/8" 
• I cut a scalloped rectangle from Whisper White with the new Stitched So Sweetly dies- approx 2 3/4" X 3 3/4" 
• the Shaded spruce rectangle is 2 1/2" x 3 1/4" then run through the Striped Scalloped Textured Impressions embossing folder - which is on CLEARANCE right now for $5.10!!
• I stamped out 4 of the striped hearts from the Meant To Be stamp set on Whisper White with Call me Clover Ink.  I also cut a piece to use as the stem and I stamped this with the heart stamp to get the same stripes across the stem.  There is a spot where the stamp over lapped that looked a bit messy - so that is where the sentiment was placed!
• These striped hears were cut with the Stitched Be Mine dies and then adhered with liquid glue in the shape of the clover and added the stem - tucking it up under the hearts. 
• I layered my white scalloped rectangle, the green embossed rectangle, and the hearts and stem and off set it on the front so that the white rectangle hangs out over the edge of the base but not all the way to the outside edge. - I hope that makes sense!  Just be sure you do not put any adhesive on the back of the part that is going to stick out over the edge!!
• The sentiment is from Bonanza Buddies, I just blocked of the word you- stamped with Call me Clover Ink on Whisper White cardstock.   This was cut with the Stitched Rectangles die and I shortened it by placing the die back on and running it through a second time - cutting off a bit at the end. 
• I topped it off with the rhinestone that is from the Holiday Rhinestone Basic Jewels which are still available.

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I hope you enjoyed these two lucky clover cards!

Sale-A-Bration is still going on - which means FREE items for each $50 you spend!

  This Sale-A-Bration event is getting even better on March 3rd - when Stampin' Up! adds even more FREE items to the offer. One of my favorite items in this year's Sale-A-Bration offerings is the Bee paper and now they are going to add another foiled paper set with florals.   These can be earned with each $50 purchase.  

If you order $35.00 or more through my store, I will also send you a sampling of 6" X 6" Designer Series papers when you use my Hostess Code found in the top righthand column. If you order over $150 - do not use my Hostess Code and you can choose 10% in Stampin' Rewards. This is on top of all the fun things you can choose from the Sale-a-Bration catalog.  So now is the time to buy!

There is also a fabulous offer to become a demonstrator! If you want to enjoy a 20% discount on all products - this is a great deal for you.  Join now for just $99 and you can pick your own Starter Kit of $125 worth of products and during Sale-A-Bration you will also receive a Free Mini Paper Cutter and a pack of 6" x 6" Designer Series paper and your choice of any stamp set offered in the current catalog! All with FREE SHIPPING!!  This is a great deal and there is no pressure to sell if you are just a hobbyist.

Contact me if you are interested - or just hit the Join My Team Tab at the top.

I will be starting on some cute Spring, Easter and Mother's day projects next!

So be sure to follow my page and come back to see what we can create together!!

Cabbage, Clover and Cream St. Patrick's Day Table

Welcome to my St. Patrick's Day Table!

We are celebrating with Cabbage, Clover and Cream!

Three things that the Irish are famous for!

I suppose we could have added Corned Beef - but that isn't as pretty!

I started with this crisp white, black and green plaid table cloth from Target, and built up from there.

I received this Blessing's Jar as a gift from my Stampin' Up upline, Linda.

It had a heart on the tag - so I decided to flip over the tag and stamp a little clover on the other side.

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I didn't have any appropriate napkin rings - so I took a cue from the wood tag on the jar and made my napkin rings.  I took some wood circles I had in my stash and just stamped them with the same clover that can be found in the Amazing Life stamp set found here with some Call Me Clover ink, and then just tied them on with some jute.

 When I celebrate St. Patrick's Day, I do so not because I am Irish, but because it is my birthday!

This year is a big milestone - feeling a bit old - because it is the big 60! 

 I got my Golden Buckeye card in the mail the other day!

(something special for old Ohio residents!💚)

So for you,  I wish you much luck and many blessings on this St. Patrick's Day!

Have fun celebrating, as I will be enjoying my annual green beer!

Sources:

Tablecloth - Target

Clover -silk plants - The Peddler, Walnut Creek, Ohio - last year

Greenery Placemats - Pier 1 - several years ago - use them all the time!

White Chargers - Olde Time Pottery years ago

Black and white check plates - Marshalls, several years ago

White Plates and Napkins - Pier 1

Cabbage plates - I am not sure how I got those!

Green stemware - World Market years ago

Flatware - HomeGoods last year

I am linking up to Tablescape Thursday @ Between Naps on the Porch and
Thursdays Favorite Things @ Shoestring Elegance 

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

We are celebrating St. Patrick's Day here!

With lots of clover,

and some very friendly leprechauns!

I am feeling extremely lucky!!

Maybe I should go by a lottery ticket!

But I am also feeling some extra fun is headed our way on St. Patrick's Day,

as I do every year, because it is my Birthday!

We always have fun and usually celebrate with some green beer.

I hope you feel just as lucky! 

Cheers to a fun St. Patrick's Day!

Thanks for stopping by~

Ann

Sources:

Greenery placemats - Pier 1 Imports

Galvanized Chargers and cake stand - Joanne Fabrics - 2 years ago

White Chargers - Olde Time Pottery quite a few years ago

Green Plates by Sorrento - Butterchurn Kitchen Wares, Walnut Creek, Ohio

White Plates - Satin Weave by Oneida  - Dutch Valley Gifts, Sugar Creek, Ohio

Clover Clusters - The Peddler, Walnut Creek, Ohio 

Galvanized tins and napkins- Swiss Valley Lawn & Craft, Sugar Creek, Ohio

Flatware - Homegoods - last year

Leprechauns - Marcs - close out section

I will be linking up at the following parties:

The Scoop @ Confessions of a Plate Addict 

Tablescape Thursday @ Between Naps on the Porch

Reader Tip Tuesday @ Jodie Fitz

St. Patrick's Day -B'gosh and Begorrah! it's Shamrocks!

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

B'gosh and Begorrah! We are among the shamrocks at our table.

St. Patrick's Day has always been a fun day at our house,

not because we are Irish, because we aren't!

But, we celebrate anyway because it is my birthday!!

I've added some shamrock's  - which means young clover - I figured if I called them shamrock's I might feel just as young!

And who is that hiding among the shamrocks?

 That bunny is making an early appearance.

I hope you have some fun celebrating St. Patrick's Day.
May the luck of the Irish be with you!

Thanks for stopping by,
Ann

Sources:
White Plates and goblets- World Market several years ago but I believe the still carry them
Flatware and polka dot napkins - Homegoods several years ago
Striped/floral napkin - Butternchurn Kitchenwares in Walnut Creek, Ohio several years ago
Burlap placemats - Pier 1 Imports
Silk Shamrock plants - Homespun Treasures in Walnut Creek, Ohio


I made the moss napkin rings several years ago for this post
Spring Garden

  You may also enjoy some of my previous St. Patrick's Day posts
       Ewe & McGregor    or   Cabbage, Parsley and Potatoes

I am linking up to the following parties:
The Scoop @ Confessions of a Plate Addict
Inspire Me Tuesday @ A Stroll Thru Life
Wow us Wednesday @ Savvy Southern Style
Tablescape Thursday @ Between Naps on the Porch
Feathered Nest Friday @ French Country Cottage

St. Patrick's Day Tablescape - Cabbage, Parsley and Potatoes

We are putting on the Green! 

 With St. Patrick's Day right around the corner, it was time to set an appropriate table.

Green is one of my favorite colors, but that could be because I was born on St. Patrick's Day!!  I am not  a speck of Irish, but I love to celebrate it!!

 I choose Irish foods as my inspiration this year.  Since I did not think it would be wise to use a hunk of Corned Beef for my centerpiece - I went with Cabbage, Parsley and Potatoes to tell the story!

It all started with the green and gold plates that were on clearance at HomeGoods.  You know - I have a hard time passing up a deal!

I stacked them up with several other dishes because the green in the small square dessert plate is much more olive that the green in the patterned plate - but once I put a few plates between them it wasn't as noticeable.

This was the first time I have ever bought food to match my plates.  I went to the grocery store to by some potatoes and I found my self picking out Klondike Goldust Potatoes just because they went better with my color scheme!  

I added a little shamrock button to my burlap napkins to give it a little more character.

Of course I included my favorite Irish saying,

May You be in Heaven a Half Hour Before the Devil Knows You're Dead!

I celebrate every year with a traditional green beer, I would love to hear how you celebrate!

May the Luck of the Irish be with you!

Sources:

Burlap Chargers - a couple month's ago at Hobby Lobby with coupon only $1.99 a piece!

White Chargers - Old Time Pottery last year

Green and Gold Patterned brim plates - Home Goods a couple weeks ago on clearance

White scalloped edge salad plate - Pier 1 Imports two years ago- but I think they still carry them

Wheat (Gold) Sorrento Signature Salad Plate and Oregano square dessert plate - Butterchurn Kitchen wares in Walnut Creek Ohio

Green Wine Glasses - World Market last year

Burlap Napkins-by Nancy's Nook - Olde Picket Fence in Hartville, Ohio

Gold Flatware - many, many years ago at Value City (now closed)

Burlap runner - on loan from my girlfriend, Jean - she may never get it back!

The Trophy shaped urns were a clearance item in Target a couple years ago.

I will be linking up to the following parties:

Sunday Showcase @Under the Table and Dreaming by Stephanie Lynn

Amaze Me Monday @ Dwellings The Heart of Your Home
The Scoop @ Confessions of a Plate Addict
Inspire Me Tuesday @ A Stroll Thru Life
Tutorials & Tips Link Party @Home Stories A to Z
Wow Us Wednesday @ Savvy Southern Style
6th Annual St. Patrick's Day Blog Crawl @ Cuisine Kathleen
Tablescape Thursday @ Between Naps on the Porch

St. Patrick's Day Tablescape - Ewe & McGregor

Welcome to my St. Patrick's Day Tablescape!

I was inspired by the beautiful photos of Ireland's countryside.  I love the sheep!  So I decided to go with a sheep farm theme.

Although my Sheep are not exactly the kind you would find on the hillside!

When I saw these sheep at Hobby Lobby I knew they had found a home.

My daughter was over visiting this morning and she helped me build the fence. We made it out of left over twigs from the twig table runner I used from Thanksgiving -  when I had shortened it up a bit.

After we finished the fence - we thought we needed to name our sheep farm.  We went back and forth with a few names and finally decided on Ewe & McGregor's Sheep Farm!

We set a place for the real Ewan McGregor - but something tells me he won't show up!

Either way we will still be enjoying this table for my Birthday dinner - because I was born on St. Patrick's day.  This is why I am so partial to green and love to decorate for St. Patrick's Day!

I hope you enjoyed our little sheep farm!

Let me know if you would love to have dinner with Ewan McGregor too!

Sources:

Willow Chargers - Pottery Barn

Green Sorrento Plates - bought a long time ago

White Chargers - Old Time Pottery

White Salad Plate - Pier One Imports

Lettuce Bowl - HomeGoods last year

Napkins - Half Price Deal last week at Butterchurn Kitchenware in Walnut Creek, Ohio

Flatware - Homegoods last year 

Green Goblets - World Market last month

Sheep - Hobby Lobby

I will be linking up to the following parties:

Seasonal Sundays@The Tablescaper
Sunday Showcase @ Under the Table and Dreaming
Table Top Tuesday @ A Stroll Thru Life
Wow Us Wednesday @ Savvy Southern Style
Centerpiece Wednesday @ The Style Sisters

And especially for St. Patrick's Day:
The 5th Annual St. Patrick's Day Blog Crawl @ Cuisine Kathleen
on Wednesday March 13th