by Helen Kain | Aug 11, 2019 | Green, Purple, Summer Tablescapes
While the best part of a beach holiday is casual relaxation, we try to have one really festive meal when the family gets together in the Cape. Past years have included homemade ravioli, paella, bourbon and vanilla brined pork chops and lobster risotto. There...
by Helen Kain | Jun 27, 2019 | Afternoon Tea, Green, Pink and Red, Purple, White, Yellow
Earlier this year found me scrounging for ideas for an Irish table setting for St. Patrick’s Day. Googling “Irish Tea” turned up this tea set by Aynsley with the charming name of “Cottage Garden”. Always a sucker for multi-coloured...
by Helen Kain | May 30, 2019 | Green, Purple, Spring Tablescapes
Originally published in 2019, this post has become a seasonal favourite. I’ve updated it with a few new thoughts and images to celebrate this year’s lilac season. It’s that blissful time of year when the air is redolent with the heavenly scent of...
by Helen Kain | Jan 16, 2019 | Green, Pink and Red, Purple, Spring Tablescapes
Pink and purple was my favourite colour combination when I was about six, which I think is pretty common. I like to think I’ve moved on to more sophisticated combinations since then, but maybe not! Luscious snapdragons, dainty tulips, purple transferware and...
by Helen Kain | Nov 15, 2018 | Fall Tablescapes, Grey and Pewter, Pink and Red, Purple, Thanksgiving
Hey! Elegantly etched transferware, featuring beautifully depicted foliage and wild birds. On sale! Where? Look no further. Autumn Vine by Williams Sonoma is a new pattern this season. Described on their website as: “Opulent yet understated, these porcelain...
by Helen Kain | Aug 29, 2018 | Amber, Fall Tablescapes, Purple, Summer Tablescapes, Yellow
As Labour Day approaches, I’m prey to extremely mixed feelings. It happens every year. Sadness as the end of summer approaches and we bid farewell to splashing waves and golden, carefree days bumps up against excitement and eager anticipation for the fall,...
