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3.17.2012

a touch of green

 I try to make every holiday memorable with a special meal, a few decorations, but I always use what I have in my pantry or stored away.  I've never used these Jonathon Adler pillow covers, but my black, white and green theme seemed perfect for the occasion.  We bought them years ago at a JA warehouse sale in SoHo that we just stumbled upon.  They were $5 for a pair...oh why didn't I buy several?
The ribbon is from my stash of about six spools I ordered years ago....I never seem to run out.  I love how it looks tied around white pressed napkins.  They look like a shirt and tie.  The boxwood is cuttings from our yard.  It lasts forever even when I forget to add water.
The only items I purchased besides the daffodils at Trader Joe's were the little green glasses from Ikea, $.149 each and the candle.  I'm serving Shepherd's Pie and soda bread with Irish Butter.  I'm not sure what makes butter Irish?
 And for dessert...creme brulee.  Absolutely nothing about creme brulee is Irish, except the flags I made, but my husband has been in NY all week and he likes it!
                                                                 Happy St. Patrick's Day!

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Posted by at 10:19 AM

26 comments:

  1. Kelly@Bungalow BlueMarch 17, 2012 at 11:12 AM

    Love that ribbon! It looks so fresh and crisp against the white napkins.

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  2. tinajoMarch 17, 2012 at 11:33 AM

    That was a great Jonathan Adler find - he's not that cheap normally. I do love his things and next time I go to Chicago I'll go back to his store and buy some more..! :-)

    This looks really nice, love the pics! :-)

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  3. the girl is crafteeMarch 17, 2012 at 12:01 PM

    Those pillows are amazing! Even with everything packed away, you manage to pull together a pretty fabulous looking spread Annie! Happy St. Patrick's Day!

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  4. Erin (Out on a Limb)March 17, 2012 at 2:26 PM

    Love your ribbon, Annie and how beautifully simple and elegant your table and decor always is. You truly have the knack.

    Happy St. Patrick's Day!

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  5. kim at northerncalstyle.March 17, 2012 at 2:49 PM

    Annie, Seriously love those pillows! The mix of the boxwood, pretty pots, ribbon all make it so sweet. Love that you do this! What a lucky family.

    Have a fun weekend!
    KIm

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  6. hostess of the humble bungalowMarch 17, 2012 at 4:53 PM

    Your guests are going to love dining at your home.
    Such a fun themed party!

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  7. Jalon BurtonMarch 17, 2012 at 4:53 PM

    SWEET - love this... everyday should be an occasion! Have a great weekend. Jalon

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  8. MarianneMarch 17, 2012 at 7:14 PM

    That's it.. you need your own tv show! I adore all you have done here to create the perfect holiday table. You have mad skills, Annie! Wishing you and your family a very Happy St. Patrick's Day!

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  9. Mary Ann PickettMarch 17, 2012 at 10:48 PM

    I don't know why but Irish butter is DELICIOUS, isn't it? Cute IKEA glasses...from your last trip? I should have been with you. Can you have coffee on Thursday?

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  10. Mary Ann PickettMarch 17, 2012 at 10:50 PM

    PS....I have a Jonathan Adler pillow on my post also.

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  11. BeetleBuggyMarch 18, 2012 at 12:27 AM

    That creme brulee is killing me! Love your green collection!

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  12. Sue/the view from great islandMarch 18, 2012 at 5:29 AM

    You have the best sense of frugal chic of anyone I know. I obsess over woven ribbons, you know they just don't make them anymore, all the old companies have been bought out or gone defunct. Good thing you have a stash!

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  13. UnknownMarch 18, 2012 at 7:55 AM

    Such beautiful images....your photography is amazing! Love the green ribbon and the JA. I have things like that too stashed away, from watching too much Martha Stewart in the 90's, I think. You never know when that table cloth or ribbon or candlestick might be the perfect thing! Lovely things, indeed.

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  14. the gardener's cottageMarch 18, 2012 at 8:10 AM

    i cannot believe you got thos ja pillows for only $5 each. omg, that has to be the deal of the century. and i thought i was good!

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  15. AnnMarch 18, 2012 at 1:32 PM

    Gorgeous table for the holiday. The green ribbon is just so pretty and goes so well with the lovely napkins. I agree that Creme Brulee looks fantastic.
    Ann

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  16. Kay EllenMarch 18, 2012 at 5:50 PM

    What fun! I love the little dishes you used to make the creme brulee in...and your cute little flags:)

    Daffodil love:)

    Happy St. Patrick's Day to you too!

    Nice to meet you ~~~ stopping by via Tablescaper,
    Irish smiles,
    Kay Ellen

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  17. UnknownMarch 18, 2012 at 9:17 PM

    As alway, I love your photos and your staging. You truly amaze me with your talent. I can't wait to see what you do with your new house!

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  18. Linda@Coastal CharmMarch 19, 2012 at 8:25 AM

    Hop on over today to grab my starfish featured button for your blog...yes you have been featured at NIFTY THRIFTY TUESDAY.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  19. JuliaMarch 19, 2012 at 11:55 AM

    Everything looks beautiful! Love all the green!

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  20. lizziefitzMarch 19, 2012 at 1:35 PM

    Annie, everything is gorgeous! Thank you for the kind email today:))) i make shepards pie and my family devours it. I will never tire of preppy striped ribbon. Trader Joes sells a really great creme brulee in the freezer section... I am sure yours is WAY better;)

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  21. Nancy... NoticedMarch 19, 2012 at 5:28 PM

    I love your St. Patrick's Day decorations, the touch of ribbon adds so much and the daffodil's are brilliant with Green & White.

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  22. JoanneMarch 20, 2012 at 4:36 AM

    So much pretty-in-green stuff here! And creme brulee...who cares if it's irish...any reason is a good reason to make it!

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  23. Claudia LaneMarch 20, 2012 at 3:57 PM

    What a lovely colour scheme you have chosen for your St Patrick's Day Annie...food and decorations look amazing (love the JA cushion) x

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  24. AnonymousMarch 20, 2012 at 5:35 PM

    lovely!! and I just noticed you have your picture on your bio! I feel like I know you better now:)

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  25. AnonymousMarch 20, 2012 at 5:35 PM

    that's stephanie sabbe above:) i'm logged in to my work account

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  26. GwenApril 3, 2012 at 7:59 PM

    Hi Annie....I found you!! I decided to jump down to this post to leave a note to you because of all the lovely, refreshing GREEN!!! Absolutely glorious to a desert dweller! Question? Did you take a picture of the lovely table you had waiting for Gary and me at the beach? What a wonderful way to FINALLY meet!

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