Penny's Vintage Home: Dollar Tree Decorating

I have set up a card table for H and I to enjoy our breakfast outside this morning. I like to use card tables to eat on in the yard....easy to set up and take down.....and you can enjoy a meal anywhere in the yard.

I had to go to Dollar Tree yesterday to pick up some brown paper bags for Kyleigh's lunch. They are going on a field trip today and needed their lunch packed in a throw away bag. Anyway, of course I had to look around the store a little......

I found all these lavender goodies and thought what a pretty tablescape they would make. Kitchen towels, paper plates and napkins, and some sweet lidded boxes.

First I cut a hold in the box to make it look like a bird house, then I hot glued some pretty lavender lace around the opening. I hot glued my birdhouses to some glass pedestals and added a matching lace bow.

Cute centerpiece for not much money, as the pedestals were yard sale purchases.

I set our breakfast table with the pretty paper plates....

and paper napkins.

I used two of the dish towels for place mats

I layered a sheet, a yard of fabric, and a lavender striped curtain...all from yard sales.

I cut my first two roses from the garden this morning .....

As soon as I get my pictures finished, I will rush these roses into the house and put them in water. I will be able to enjoy them for several days. All the other bushes are loaded with buds, so I am looking forward to some big bouquets!

This is the north side of the studio, Last year we added a faux door and window to give this side of the studio a little "curb appeal" lol!

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31 comments:

Rena DesignsApril 30, 2015 at 1:29 PM
The sweetest setting Penny, a perfect spot for morning coffee! I'll be right over! Lavender is one of my favorite colors, and there's not a lick of it in my home. Hmm
Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasApril 30, 2015 at 1:30 PM
Penny,
I have been staying away from stores for the past few months since I have been cleaning out and donating tons of stuff. BUT I think I may have to check out the Dollar Tree. I LOVE all the Dollar Tree Goodies that you bought and I LOVE how you made birdhouses out of those cute boxes.
I love the lavender color!! Did I ever mention that when I was a teenager and lived at home that my bedroom was painted lavender and that it was my most favorite color????? I had considered painting the guest room lavender but then went with yellow.
Hugs,
Debbie
KathyApril 30, 2015 at 1:42 PM
Beautiful and so is your studio!
candlelightsupperApril 30, 2015 at 2:11 PM
What a beautiful charming scene this is. Love your tablescape amongst all the lovely scenery..
AlessandraApril 30, 2015 at 2:18 PM
This is a such sweet way to start the morning! The lavender goodies are adorable. I really love your lavender tablescape.
Hugs
Alessandra
susiApril 30, 2015 at 4:23 PM
Guess where I'm headed! I detest eating on paper plates! But things happen to me, and a friend once again, told me I really need to reconsider. BTW, card table is now also a thrift store search. Your completely right! Tiny Gilmore Cottage &exsuperwoman, need lighter multi purposes furniture! Love you Dear friend! Great Post!
Donna WilkesApril 30, 2015 at 5:57 PM
So delightful! I hope our Dollar Tree has these - I'm gonna copy you.
UnknownApril 30, 2015 at 6:17 PM
So pretty - you're so creative!
Mary
AnonymousApril 30, 2015 at 6:25 PM
I love Dollar Tree and you've done it up wonderfully. Score!
NanaDianaApril 30, 2015 at 9:20 PM
So very pretty, Penny. I hope you enjoyed every moment you spent out there with your hubby! xo Diana
Leena Milligan LanteigneApril 30, 2015 at 10:16 PM
Such a beautiful outdoor dining setting! Love what you did with the little boxes and how everything is such a cheery purple! Now I have to make a trip to the dollar store! Hugs, Leena
Rose LMay 1, 2015 at 1:19 AM
our dollar tree does not have nice stuff like that!
http://deezie-sunshinedeezines.blogspot.com/May 1, 2015 at 1:38 AM
Such a pretty table setting!!! I saw those boxes at dollar tree the other day and was wondering what I can do with them. I never though of a bird house. You are so creative. I just love the entire setting. Enjoy your day!

deezie
Niebla y yoMay 1, 2015 at 3:08 AM
Embelleces todo lo que tocas,eso es algo maravilloso.
Wsprsweetly Of CottagesMay 1, 2015 at 3:08 PM
Simply brilliant! Why are I not that smart! :(
Cindy LouMay 1, 2015 at 9:43 PM
Love what you did! Beautiful, love the towels as placemats and love the cutout with the boxes! You are very creative! Enjoy your beautiful new space! Cindy

.ka
AnonymousMay 1, 2015 at 10:23 PM
SO pretty. What a pretty paper set, and I absolutely love the idea of using dish towels as place mats.
Happy pinks!
RachelDMay 2, 2015 at 8:35 AM
How VERY charming, as usual, Penny! The lavenders and purples are such a note of Spring.

The men are in my kitchen this minute, and all the top cabinets are gone. It's a sad transition, a bit, for I've loved this little place, but the new cabinets will be in soon, and the countertops and the wall of PINK. My painter is matching a Sweet&Low packet for the paint. Scrumptious.

rachel
ConniecrafterMay 2, 2015 at 9:51 AM
Oh my you would never have known this all came from the Dollar tree, love how you made the boxes into bird houses, pretty layering for your table cover, such a wonderful way to start out the day, just Lovely!
AnonymousMay 2, 2015 at 9:21 PM
Wow, Dollar Tree? Those are beautiful items and the way you set thee table with them worked beautifully.
Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeMay 3, 2015 at 8:19 PM
So creative Penny, love your bird houses!
Thanks so much for sharing at AMAZE ME MONDAY!
Blessings,
Cindy
Julie BagamaryMay 4, 2015 at 8:17 AM
Clever and beautiful!
Sandra LeeMay 5, 2015 at 5:49 PM
What a beautiful table to dine at!
Scrappy quilterMay 6, 2015 at 5:29 PM
Beautiful and the bird houses...delightful.
Barbara @ 21 Rosemary LaneMay 6, 2015 at 5:37 PM
Just beautiful and so whimscial! (very clever too!)
XO Barbara
CherylMay 7, 2015 at 4:42 AM
Beautiful!!!
StephanieMay 7, 2015 at 8:53 AM
Oh my, how beautiful, my dear! I simply love your pretty table. Thanks for sharing your creativity with Roses of Inspiration. Hugs!
Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonMay 7, 2015 at 5:53 PM
I love all of your pretty purple finds Penny! Cute idea to make the boxes into bird houses. I found a fabulous lavender chenille spread for $9 today. Thought I would use it for a garden tablescape as well. Too bad I don't have some of those pretty paper goods. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
JESMay 9, 2015 at 5:41 AM
This is beautiful! What wonderful dollar tree finds!!! I love the luxurious lavender setting Penny and how you created the birdhouses. You are so very creative :) Thank you for sharing on the Art of Home-Making Mondays!
LindiMay 10, 2015 at 11:33 PM
What great dollar store finds!! Love the lavender for Spring! I can't wait until my roses come up either (although we're a bit behind you in northern Canada! Lol). Thanks for sharing at Talented a Tuesday :)
JudyMaeMay 13, 2015 at 10:22 PM
Have been following you for a few months. You are so creative and artistic! Love the yellow roses with the lavender.

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