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November 16, 2020 By Shirley

A Christmas Tablescape of Classic, Casual Elegance and A Giveaway

Hello Dear Readers!

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!

Christmas decorating is full steam ahead

at the Hickory Cottage.

It is our first Christmas in our new home,

so obviously a very special one for us.

Speaking of special we have a very special

Monday Morning Blooms Day for you.

I, along with my flower passionate friends

Lidy, Mary and Pam are so excited to bring

you great Christmas Joy.

Today I bring you,

A Christmas Tablescape of Classic, Casual Elegance

 

 

 

We are collaborating

with Crown Linen Designs

and Arte Italica

each of us featuring some

of their luxurious table linens,

exquisite Arte Italica dinnerware/serveware

and much more.

And there is a fabulous GIVEAWAY

of some of their luxurious linens and a

gorgeous piece from their Arte Italica line.

See details of the giveaway and rules for entry below.

The links to my flower loving friends are below

their beautiful images at the bottom of this post.

 

 

One of the items that the wonderful

people of Crown Linen Designs sent me

was this exquisite Merletto White Scalloped Pitcher

from their Arte Italica line.

I arranged the pitcher with:

White Alstroemeria

White Canterbury/Bellflower

White Stock Roses

Eucalyptus and Baby’s Breath for filler.

 

 

Crown Linen Designs (based in Kirkland, Washington)

works with linen producers and embroidery artists

in Eastern Europe to create exceptional linen pieces

for the table, kitchen, bed and bath.

Linen is made from flax fibers, it’s 100% renewable, biodegradable.

Linen is also durable and can last generations

and  becomes even better with time.

 

 

Crown Linen Designs’ founder, Victoria Fanning, states

“every person’s life should be filled with beauty.

Beautiful things elevate, and inspire and stir us.

They instill a sense of gratitude

and ignite a sense of wonder.”

 

 

Love the way the Merletto Scalloped Pitcher

shines in the foreground of the Christmas tree

in the foyer….one of many trees to come!

 

 

The Merletto Scalloped White Pitcher is a part of the Arte Italica line.

Each piece is hand crafted by skilled artisans

in Italy

who hand down their craft to future generations.

 

 

Did I mention how much I love this

beautiful pitcher?

 

 

In love with the scalloped handle too!

 

 

Do you know when Christmas decorating is in full swing  here? . . .

When the camera has flecks of glitter on it

and the fireplace is on . . . even in 80 degree weather!

 

 

The oh so beautiful Victorian Table Runner

is serving as a base for my table centerpiece.

 

 

You will also see it a future post used in another way.

The gold embroidery is magnificent.

 

 

The Victorian (White/Gold) napkins

are large and luxurious!

 

 

 

My choice of the dinnerware for the table is

Royal Albert Old Country Roses/Seasons of Colour.

I have had this pattern for many years and the pattern

in the salad plates of topiaries is what drew me to it.

Stemware by Marquis Waterford.

Flatware by Horchow.

 

 

A gold charger was placed under the plate stack

and the generous size of the Round White Ruffled Placemat

allows room to showcase the ruffle

when a charger is used or silverware is easily

placed on it when a charger is not present.

 

 

 

I have used these “clip on candles” in many ways

throughout the years. Thought I would clip them

to the charger for the “unexpected”.

 

 

This is the first tree that I decorated

in the new house. You can see it

as you enter our home.

 

 

Decorating Christmas trees have always

been a joy and passion for me.

 

 

I not only curated today’s tablescape

with fine linens from Crown Linen Designs,

I dressed the chairs

with their fine linens too!

 

 

I placed a Merry Christmas

embroidered linen kitchen towel

on the back of the dining room side chairs.

 

 

There is a loop on the towel

that is perfect for hanging any

decorative element you wish.

When the towel is draped over the chair

on the inside there is a pretty

embroidered crown … their logo.

 

 

Let’s not forget the chairs at each

end of the table.  Many times I place

a lumbar pillow in those chairs to add comfort.

When I saw the beautifully embroidered

“It’s a Wonderful Life” pillow,

I knew it belonged in my home!

 

 

The exquisite linens/pillows adorn the chairs with  sentiments

of wishing my family/guests a Merry Christmas

and to remind them that “It’s A Wonderful Life”

 

 

And now on to the Giveaway!

 

 

The wonderful company, Crown Linen Designs/Arte Italica

is offering a most beautiful Arte Italica Natale Tray and

a set of Crown Napkins and

a Crown Table Runner to ONE very

lucky winner. Valued at $406.00

 

Here are the Giveaway Entry Guidelines:

1 – Go to the Crown Linen Designs website

and come back and let me know in a comment

which Linen AND Arte Italica product is your favorite.

 

2 – “LIKE” Crown Linen Designs on Instagram or Facebook

OR “LIKE”  Arte Italica on Instagram or Facebook

Let me know in your comment.

 

3 – Follow ME on Instagram or Facebook

and let me know too!

 

The Deadline for this giveaway is

Midnight, November 30th, 2020 

and is open to residents of the U.S.

including Alaska and Hawaii.

 

I am sure you will want to

increase your chance to win. . .

so visit each of my Blooms friends and

leave a comment too!

And speaking of my Blooms friends, here they are!

The links to their posts are below

their beautiful images.

 

Pam ~ Everyday Living

 

Lidy ~ FrenchGardenHouse

 

Mary ~ Home Is Where The Boat Is

 

And Me! ~ Housepitality Designs

 

Good luck everyone and have a most beautiful day!!

Note: Crown Linen Designs provided me the most
luxurious linens and Arte Italica product for review.
All glorious reviews are entirely and most happily my own!

And a very special thanks to Lidy of FrenchGardenHouse

for being our wonderful coordinator of today’s special post.

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  1. Mary says

    November 16, 2020 at 6:12 am

    Swoon Shirley…what a beautiful table set for celebrating the holidays in your equally beautiful new home! Your table is gorgeous set with the mantel and fireplace in the background and I adore your stunning flocked tree decorated to the nines…it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in your home. I love your unexpected touch of the candle clips on your pretty plates and towels draped on your dining room chairs. Don’t you love that pitcher with the handle details?! You’ve filled it with some beautiful blooms too. As always it’s a treat to join you for some flower therapy, Happy Monday ♥

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  2. kesha says

    November 16, 2020 at 6:44 am

    I love the Natale Sprig Velvet Decor Pillow and the Natale Cake stand. Your table setting and decor is beautiful. Following all on Instagram and Facebook.

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  3. Marilyn Thore says

    November 16, 2020 at 6:45 am

    Absolutely LOVE the Arte Italica Vetro goblets and the Crown Linen Victorian napkins – together they add such sophistication to a table setting! The way you artfully used Crown Linen’s kitchen linen towel paired with an ornament on the back of each dining chair was pure genius and an idea I will copy this holiday season. Thank you so much for bringing beauty into our homes.

    I have followed & liked both Crown Linens & Arte Italica on Instagram along with visiting their website. In addition I have followed you, Housepitality Designs on Instagram.

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  4. Raye Lynn Longhini says

    November 16, 2020 at 7:30 am

    I have followed everyone! My favorite Crown Linen are the white ruffled placemats. The Merletta Scalloped pitcher is really fantastic! It would be a great addition to my collection!🌞

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  5. Joan says

    November 16, 2020 at 7:56 am

    Love the napkins and the runner. So beautiful. Hope you are well, love following your blog. Your new home is just perfect!

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  6. bonnie morgan says

    November 16, 2020 at 8:27 am

    Shirley, Your table is gorgeous as usual! I adore everything and your lovely tree and room in your new home is such a beautiful setting for your Christmas tablescape. I am so glad you are enjoying decorating this year.
    I love the elements you selected for your table. The white round ruffled placemats look so pretty on your wood table and are very versatile. The gorgeous monogrammed Crown Linen napkins in gold are exquisite and go so beautifully with your elegant crystal stemware, candlesticks, and china. How clever to clip on candles to your charger! I love all the added touches of pillows and towels on your chairs all so beautiful.
    And the Arte Italica pitcher is a show stopper. Your flowers are lovely in it.
    The giveaway by Crown Linen Designs and Arte Italica is very beautiful and generous.
    I follow you on Instagram.
    I follow Arte Italica on Instagram and left a comment.
    I follow Crown Linen Designs on Instagram and left a comment.

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  7. Rita C at Panoply says

    November 16, 2020 at 8:39 am

    Shirley, I am thrilled to know you’re back in full swing designing again, and to see this gorgeous collaboration today. Your tree is fabulous! Your choice of linens with the gold thread embroidery is what I love here, along with your special collections you’ve styled (those clip on candles!). I’ve followed you by email subscription for years, but now also follow via FB. I follow both Crown Linen and Arte Italica by FB, and although I’ve purchased CL napkins, placemats and lumbar pillows, I would still choose those again (those velvet placemats, oh my!). I do not own any Arte Italica, but trays with handles, whether it be the ceramic (Natale) or pewter variety, would be my go to choice.
    Thank you for this opportunity, and good luck to everyone who enters.

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  8. Sandra Brown says

    November 16, 2020 at 9:08 am

    Wow! Stunning post! Table! House! Tree! I’m going for a win! I follow all of you as requested on the gram & FB & torturous to try to name a fav piece from AI or CL. I would be a winner no matter what piece from either line might be added to my collections! Thanks for a great start to my day!

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  9. Shirley says

    November 16, 2020 at 9:16 am

    Good morning Shirley! I follow along with you on your Blog, Pinterest and Instagram. I follow Crown Linen Designs & Arte Italica on Instagram. I like the Bumble Bee embroidered linen placemats and matching napkins from Crown Linen Designs. I also love the Giulietta dinnerware from Arte Italica. Thanks to you and the other ladies for giving us the opportunity to win such beautiful gifts. Have a wonderful day!

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  10. Joan Riker-Wilkie says

    November 16, 2020 at 9:20 am

    Thank you for the links to the giveaway, I am in love with the linen napkins and ruffled placemats. I love the arts italics pitcher and Natale Christmas tray,
    AND I am happy to find your blog! Now following!

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  11. Lynette says

    November 16, 2020 at 9:36 am

    Wow what a gorgeous post! My fav is the “Give Thanks” runner and the Natale Rectangular Tray with Handles. I love so much of their products! Thanks for the giveaway. This post is extra welcome right now with holidays apart looming. A good reminder of the many things we have to be thankful for and that God has put beauty all around us. God bless you!

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  12. Kris @ Junk Chic Cottage says

    November 16, 2020 at 9:42 am

    Oh Shirley love love love every inch of this pretty table. Those clip on candles to the plates is genius and so pretty. Your centerpiece with vase and beautiful flowers looks stunning. It all is gorgeous as usual Shirley. You never disappoint with your flower arrangements and tablescapes. Happy New Week. Stay safe. xoxo Kris

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  13. Liz says

    November 16, 2020 at 10:01 am

    Your table is beautiful and I love the florals in that white pitcher! I might have to steal that clip on with the candle idea! I went to the websites and I like the Tuscan linen runner with fringe and the Arte Italica Burano 2 handled urn! I’ve gone over to Arte Italica on FB and liked it! I’m already following you on Instagram and FB! Lovely giveaway!

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  14. Shannon@belle Bleu interiors says

    November 16, 2020 at 10:02 am

    Shirley, your new home is just gorgeous decked out in its Christmas finest! Your table is both beautiful and elegant with the white and gold color palette. The arrangement is stunning in that pretty Arte Italica pitcher. Like you, I adore the scalloped handle. I am following both companies on Instagram. The red embroidered table linens are my favorite from Crown Linen Designs and the Natale bowl from Arte Italica is my favorite. I love it’s traditional colors! I hope you have a holiday season filled with lots of joy and blessings!

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  15. Lisa says

    November 16, 2020 at 10:40 am

    What an exquisite table setting! Your first Christmas in your new home is off to a great start! I love all the items you used and the website has even more lovelies! I’m drawn to the Provence collection as well as the Burano pieces. So much eye candy! This is a wonderful and generous giveaway Shirley! Thanks for sharing

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  16. Maureen says

    November 16, 2020 at 10:49 am

    Your tablescape is exquisite! You certainly know how to decorate for Christmas. I especially liked your idea for the chairs and the candle clip and I am going to try and copy your idea. All the linens are beautiful but I will forgo entering the contest. I have many linens and hardly use them since I have downsized from my former traditional home. I do have a question: I noticed on the background table you seem to have an unusual plate holder. Are my eyes fooling me? I have never seen one like this. Is it vintage? Please share. Thank you for your inspiration. Congrats on the new house!

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  17. Nancy Brantley says

    November 16, 2020 at 11:06 am

    JUST CLASSIC BEAUTY!! LOVE THE LINEN!!

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  18. FrenchGardenHouse says

    November 16, 2020 at 11:37 am

    Wow, I Love this table…set in your brand new dining room! One of the many memorable holidays you will spend there with your beloved family. Shirley, your tablesetting is exceptional, from the gorgeous Arte Italica Pitcher to the beautiful Crown Linen Designs linens, everything bring beauty and delight to the eye. I can’t help but think this is the most beautiful holiday table ever!

    The towels on the chairs is such an inventive idea…perfect guest favors! As always it’s a blessing to share our wonderful Monday Morning Blooms! xo Lidy

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    • Linda Hovgaard says

      November 16, 2020 at 12:17 pm

      Oh my goodness Shirley! Jaw dropping gorgeous table setting! I absolutely love, love, love that Merletto White Scalloped Pitcher from Arte Italica! The arrangement of lovely flowers that you filled it with is over the top! I also love, love, love the White & Gold Victoria napkins from Crown Linen Designs! I am decorating in Gold & White in part of my house this Christmas and I’m so excited to get started! You’re beautiful dining room is such and inspiration…thank you Shirley!

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  19. Jane says

    November 16, 2020 at 12:08 pm

    Your table setting is exquisite! So elegant!

    I am in love with the flax washable linen napkins and the pewter vintage fluted pitcher.

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  20. Cheryl says

    November 16, 2020 at 12:33 pm

    Hi, Shirley! I am not on Facebook or Instagram, but I visited their website and just love the Provence Tumbled LInen towels made by Crown Linen and the Tuscan Coffee Canister with Spoon made by Arte Italica. Thank you so much for hosting this wonderful giveaway! Many blessings to you!

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  21. Terri Santa Coloma says

    November 16, 2020 at 12:47 pm

    I love the Vetro Gold salad plates and the Victorian black with gold embroidered napkins. I liked Crown Linen on Facebook. I follow you in Instagram and Facebook.

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  22. Penny at Enjoying The Simple Things says

    November 16, 2020 at 12:49 pm

    I love the damask large napkin with the blue design. I also love the Burano two handled urn! I Liked Crown Linen Designs on Facebook. And of course I follow you on Facebook! You table setting is beautiful!

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  23. Carmen Bowman says

    November 16, 2020 at 1:58 pm

    I love the baking dish with a stand which has a great style of casual elegance.
    Also, the It’s a Wonderful Life pillow was so charming that I bought one and can’t wait to get it! A Crown Linen shirt was also calling me name so I’ll add that one to my collection.

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  24. Debbie Joens says

    November 16, 2020 at 2:44 pm

    Shirley, what an elegant table setting! I’ve followed every post of your new home and so enjoy your style. The Christmas tree is beautiful. I am following both Crown Linen Designs and Arte Italica on Facebook and Instagram. I am also following you! My favorite piece from Arte Italica is the Merletto White Scalloped Pitcher. I love so many items from Crown Linen Designs but loved the way you used the napkins over your dining chairs. Can’t wait to see what you have for Christmas next!

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  25. Nadia says

    November 16, 2020 at 2:48 pm

    I love and gave joined your page, website, blog and instagram. I have just joined the Crown Linen, and Art Italia instagrams per your instructions.

    I truly like the Damask large blue napkins and the Merletto pitcher. These pieces would be a lovely addition to my collection,. Do hope you will choose me to win this contest, it would lift my spirit substantially.

    Thank you, – Nadia Tucker

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  26. Vivian Brossman says

    November 16, 2020 at 3:20 pm

    Hello Shirley! I just happily joined and liked Crown Linen and Arte Italica on Facebook and asked to follow you on Facebook. Thank you for introducing them to us! I really liked the Pumpkin Embroidered Luncheonette linen set. The black embroidery of the pumpkins against the classic beige were a nice contrast, very classy. I loved the blue Giulietta dishes. There were so many beautiful things to choose from. I can see why you love your new pitcher, it’s exquisite!

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  27. Pinky says

    November 16, 2020 at 3:32 pm

    Exquisite!!! I am loving the beautiful pitcher and the gorgeous linens. Those napkins are TDF!!! The ones featured with the red would be PERFECT for my table!!! I am following all and keeping my fingers crossed!!!! Love the candles clipped onto the charger! Have always loved the crystal deer! Having the tree and the fireplace as a backdrop is so beautiful. Your new home is fabulous! I’ll come back to tell you my favorite thing on their site.

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  28. Tina says

    November 16, 2020 at 3:39 pm

    I love the Crown Linen Bumblebee napkins! I adore that Italica Christmas tree platter, also. My birthday is at Christmas, so that is extra special to me. Thanks for the wonderful chance to win this gorgeous giveaway! Happy Holidays! 🙂

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  29. Pinky says

    November 16, 2020 at 3:44 pm

    I went to their site and WOW, hard to pick favorites but I still LOVE the Victoria Linen napkin with red, and the Arte Italica Vetro Gold DOF glass!

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  30. Pinky says

    November 16, 2020 at 3:46 pm

    I follow you on IG and Facebook:)

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  31. Martha Franks says

    November 16, 2020 at 4:42 pm

    What fun! Love your imaginative table. I have followed all on Instagram. Love the Natale tray sprig napkins, although they are out of stock currently. Love the Natale tray and the pillow! I like it all!

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  32. Ellen Shook says

    November 16, 2020 at 5:23 pm

    I really like the black and white check placemats with the black embroidered napkins as well as the black cocktail napkins in the Victorian pattern. From Arte Italica I like the pewter stand with the oval pyrex dish insert. I already follow these accounts and you on IG. Don’t do FB! This is a lovely giveaway and whoever wins will be very lucky!

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  33. Renee Abernathy says

    November 16, 2020 at 5:36 pm

    I’m sitting here newly retired from education. Now I have so much “me” time after 43 years in education and now focus on what I love best: Home decor! I’ve now followed you on Instagram and Pinterest. I have discovered that my favorite Crown Linen Designs piece is easily hands-down the white with gold “embroidered” Victorian napkins. And Arte Italica’s Vetro Gold crystal/glass tableware. These align perfectly with my own taupe-neutral desert-toned colors in my living and dining rooms. Ive now followed both of these on Instagram. I’ve just moved back into my home again after being out of my home for eight months and having repairs due to a slab leak. I can’t wait to get back into decorating again! Three days before going into our state quarantine lockdown I was in an accident and my car was totally demolished. I discovered your blog hops during this time. What a wonderful way to spend my time and uplift my spirits during these challenging months. Thank you so much for sharing you beautiful home decor with me!

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  34. Tammy Placr says

    November 16, 2020 at 6:08 pm

    I love everything about your tablescape. I am following everyone on Instagram. I love that pitcher and those kitchen towels on your chairs are breathtaking. Great idea!

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  35. Amy Kaminski says

    November 16, 2020 at 6:30 pm

    Like you I lovvvve the “It’s a wonderful Life” Pillow. Honestly didn’t see a thing I did like! LOL Thanks for introducing us to another great supplier of beautiful things for our homes.

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  36. Karenann S. says

    November 16, 2020 at 7:54 pm

    Thank you for such a wonderful giveaway opportunity! I absolutely love everything at Crown Linens Designs, but I especially love the Provence Tumbled Linen Towel. And Arte Italica is one of my most favorite companies (I love to collect Italian ceramics!) and right now I am loving the Tuscan Salt & Pepper shakers!

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  37. Karenann S. says

    November 16, 2020 at 7:55 pm

    I follow Crown Linens Designs on Instagram and Facebook!

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  38. Karenann S. says

    November 16, 2020 at 7:55 pm

    I follow Arte Italica on Instagram and Facebook!

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  39. Karenann S. says

    November 16, 2020 at 7:56 pm

    I follow you both on Facebook and Instagram! I always look forward to your wonderful posts!

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  40. Pam richardson says

    November 16, 2020 at 10:34 pm

    Shirley, your table is exquisite with classic and casual elegance. Anyone would be honored to sit at your table for a lovely meal. The CL linens you chose are perfect with your beautiful dinnerware. The arrangement in the AI pitcher is absolute perfection. I love the clip on candles, for the whimsy and unexpected treat! The CL towels draped over the chairs are a creative idea. Your tree is absolutely stunning. Your attention to detail is always spot on.It is always a pleasure to share MMB’s with you!

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  41. Marlane says

    November 16, 2020 at 10:47 pm

    Oh my!! Love the Bumble bee napkins and Bella Bianca dinner sets are beautiful!!! Have followed your blog since 2013 and have always been a fan of your tablescapes!!

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  42. Linda says

    November 17, 2020 at 7:49 am

    Your dining table is so very beautiful, I like the table runners and the pillows

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  43. Maristella says

    November 17, 2020 at 8:37 am

    How elegant!Just stunning!

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  44. Cathy Miller says

    November 17, 2020 at 9:05 am

    Gorgeous!! I love everything on your table but the chairs with the linens are my favorite. I followed everyone on Facebook and/or Instagram. I can’t wait to get my trees up and to see more of yours! Merry Christmas and stay safe!

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  45. Denise Carlson says

    November 17, 2020 at 12:12 pm

    How very exciting to have a new home to decorate. I love your table scape and the hand towel with the ornament is so fun.All the small details add up to a great big beautiful space. Love Monday morning blooms and am very excited to have the opportunity to be in this awesome giveaway.
    Thanks, Denise

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  46. Julie Waldron says

    November 17, 2020 at 3:51 pm

    My favorites are the Provence Linen Runner with Fringe and the Bella Bianca Small Rectangular Platter.

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  47. Julie Waldron says

    November 17, 2020 at 3:55 pm

    I like Arte Italica on Facebook Julie Waldron

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  48. Julie Waldron says

    November 17, 2020 at 3:58 pm

    I follow you on Instagram @jwal90

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  49. Bonnie shafer says

    November 17, 2020 at 8:57 pm

    Love the gold scrolls on the linens, the napkins and table runner. Your gold tree is perfect with your new home. Hope to see you Soon!!

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  50. pAT k. says

    November 19, 2020 at 4:33 pm

    I went to the Crown Linen website and looked around, Hehe. I followed you on Instagram and I love the table runner and napkins in the white with gold embroidery. The gorgeous Merletto scalloped pitcher is gorgeous, it makes such a statement. I followed Arte Italica on Instagram. I love the trays(you can’t ever have enough trays)! WISHING YOU A SAFE AND HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

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  51. Madonna says

    November 19, 2020 at 7:43 pm

    Lovely table, the white on white on white shines. I have clip-on candles and thanks for this idea. I love the provance napkins and all the linens really, embroidery is stunning. Love the white pitcher for many reasons. I liked photos on both instagrams. And followed your instagram. Enjoy your first Christmas here.

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  52. Gina Hall says

    November 20, 2020 at 8:27 am

    Oh My,…What a selection to choose from, I’ve enjoyed your emails for years & im always in ahh on your layering & textures you add not only to your tables but in room decor. I really like the Provence collection & arteitalica The charcoal grey of our Giulietta With deer antler napkins, it’s all so Gorgeous! The silver pitcher & pastry knife looks great wuth this collection. This year will be different fir us all, I hope you all have a Happy Thanksgiving & Holiday Season!

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    • Gina Hall says

      November 30, 2020 at 7:02 am

      I follow you all on Instagram & Facebook, for all your inspiring design & decor throughout the year! What a Fun idea, your items & ideas are worth following, great stuff!

      Oh My,…What a selection to choose from, I’ve enjoyed your emails for years & im always in ahh on your layering & textures you add not only to your tables but in room decor. I really like the Provence collection & arteitalica The charcoal grey of our Giulietta With deer antler napkins, it’s all so Gorgeous! The silver pitcher & pastry knife looks great wuth this collection. This year will be different fir us all, I hope you all have a Merry Christmas 🎁

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  53. ZORA ROBERTS says

    November 21, 2020 at 11:59 am

    I have followed you and Crown Linen Designs on fb as well as Arte Italica. I love love all things Natale Sprig design! The galloping deer are so cute as well, it is very hard to pick a favorite but with the Natale Sprig that could be used all winter. Wow Arete Italica. If I have to pick one it would be the Natale long rectangular tray with handle. I love it all really.Living on a limited budget is hard but sometimes you just have to treat yourself. If my check comes in on time I will be purchasing something . Glad I found your blog.Keep sharing so we can aspire to better things.

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  54. Diane Ruebel says

    November 21, 2020 at 3:30 pm

    Two incredible discoveries today: Your bog and Crown Linen Designs. It will be exciting to watch for your inspiration in my in box. I live on Camano Island in Washington State so was thrilled to discover Crown Linen Designs practically in my neighborhood.
    The Merletto White Scrolled Pitcher is my favorite made even more exquisite with your arrangement. The give thanks table runner from CLD makes me smile and would be gorgeous on our antique trestle table.
    May your holidays be blessed with small treasure and amazing pleasures.
    Diney

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  55. Linda Sitton says

    November 23, 2020 at 6:00 pm

    Love the Bumble Bee linen napkins and Bella Bianca Cake Plate. I’m a sucker for a beautiful cake plate. There were so many beautiful things to enjoy or choose from! I had to stop myself from adding more items to my like pile!
    I’m also from WA state, what a surprise we had this in our back yard!
    I’m excited to like and follow on FB and Instagram Crown Linen Designs as well as Arte Italica! Looking forward to spending some time looking at your photos on Instagram as well now that I’m a follower!
    I’ve admired your homes for the past few years and look forward to seeing all your seasonal decor in your new home.

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  56. Maree Sperle says

    November 27, 2020 at 6:35 am

    Love the Arte Italica scalloped pitcher and how to choose from the Crown Linen Designs is so difficult but I love the Natale Sprig.

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  57. Maree Sperle says

    November 27, 2020 at 6:36 am

    I follow you on Instagram

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  58. Maree Sperle says

    November 27, 2020 at 6:37 am

    I “Like” Arte Italica on Instagram

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  59. Debbie Perkins says

    November 27, 2020 at 6:57 am

    I just love provence linens and the natale arte italica. I have followed you for sometime now and love your designs.

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  60. Annette says

    November 28, 2020 at 12:08 pm

    My favorite items are: Arte Italica Natale Square Plate AND CLD Washed Linen Duvet Cover with Scarf Ruffle.

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  61. Annette says

    November 28, 2020 at 12:09 pm

    I liked both brands on both social media sites (@agratefulattitude on IG)

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  62. Annette says

    November 28, 2020 at 12:10 pm

    I followed you on IG (@agratefulattitude) and Facebook.

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  63. Sharon Elsberry says

    November 29, 2020 at 9:18 am

    Shirley, I truly love your Christmas style! I admire your eye for decorating. Your posts are always an inspiration! I am now following Crown Linen and Designs and Arte Italica, both are beautiful sites. Natale Sprig Large Napkins are one of my favorites at Crown Linen and the.Natale Wine Holder would be perfect for entertaining with friends. The Celebrate the Holidays in Style giveaway is truly Amazing!! Thank you for making the world a better place!! Love, Sharon Elsberry

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  64. Amber says

    November 29, 2020 at 10:17 am

    So pretty!

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  65. Laura L says

    November 29, 2020 at 10:21 am

    I love the linen sheets – they are just lovely! I also love anything from the Natale set! I follow you on both Insta and Facebook. I followed Crown Linen and Arte Italica on Facebook. Thank you for the giveaway!

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  66. Kathryn says

    November 29, 2020 at 11:13 am

    I am a linens lover, an these are all spectacular!! I especially love the runner and the embroidered napkins. Your table looks amazing and I know you are enjoying each holiday in your beautiful new home 🙂

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  67. Diane McKibben says

    November 29, 2020 at 9:43 pm

    I enjoy your posts very much. They make me happy! So glad that you reach out to so many people with your talent. I really like the round linen placemat that is white. I think it would be pretty with the Natale dinnerware. I have “liked” Crown Linen Designs and Arte Italica on Facebook. I am also following you on Facebook. Thanks for this beautiful give away. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas

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Hi I’m Shirley and I am here to share my love of classic interiors, french country style, my passion for flowers and making our home, The Hickory Cottage, a warm and hospitable home for family and friends.

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