It is almost here.
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A celebration in reverence.
An abundance of blooms.
Simple touches here and there.
The table is set.
Darling friends look on.
A stout pot for pours with panache.
Sweet goodies indicative of Spring and rebirth.
From my family to yours,
Happiest of Easter Blessings!
Fine Details:
Front doors
I started with two wreaths of faux boxwood that were adorned with black and white ribbon.
I love how handsome this ribbon is!
I added florals to each of the wreaths.
Closeup. Simple blooms in sweet pastel colors.
At either side, I have added extra large pink bunnies.
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Closer peek.
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Closer peek.
Each of the flocked bunnies has been adorned with pastel blue ribbon and florals that coordinate with the ones I have added to the wreaths on the door. Closeup.
Foyer
A green topper was added along with spring flowers I placed in the crockery.
Closer look.
The settee houses throw pillows indicative of the spring season.
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Left.
As shown earlier in this post, I have changed out the floral arrangements. This one is situated on the piano heading into the living area. I have added pink peonies, white peonies, and other pink and white sprays to each of my existing arrangements.
Sitting area
More throw pillows play nicely with those in the foyer, making bunnies a cohesive element this year.
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Setting the table with flair
I began this setting with a spring themed topper with a bunnies-in-the-meadow motif. I added these lovely blue plates first. I truly adore them.
I love the fleur-de-lis and beaded elements!
Next, I added pretty plates that feature a dainty floral pattern.
The coordinating teacups were placed next,
followed by elegant beaded flutes.
I felt the pattern of the china played quite nicely with the floral arrangement, which is a large jardiniere practically bursting with blooms.
For an element of whimsy, two flocked bunnies in pastel blue were added.
A chubby little teapot and merry mini cupcakes featuring lovely blossoms were also added.
To see how I created these, please read on.
I adore this bunny-shaped tiered stand!
Closer look.
To complete the setting, I added standard sized gold flatware, gold demitasse accoutrement (or cocktail) flatware, white linen napkins, and varying rose napkin rings.
There were white,
pink,
and yellow,
placed alternatively at each setting.
Completed tablescape (before the cupcakes).
Another shot of the place setting.
Making the cupcakes
To make the cupcakes, I decided to use a muffin tin that would make cupcakes smaller in size, because I would be using a small tiered stand.
For the cupcake batter, I used a devil's food chocolate cake box mix. To create the flowers on the top of the mini cupcakes, used a recipe for a crusting buttercream from Wilton. You may read it via their blog here.
I added gel food coloring in sparse amounts to create pastel colors for the flowers. I also kept some of the buttercream plain white.
To pipe the flowers, I used these Russian piping tips. This was my first time using these, and I think the roses came out quite nicely!
For a bit of texture, I decided to use vanilla candy melts for the leaves. I used a silicone mold, also from Wilton.
To make the candy melts, I used a double boiler to melt the candy slowly.
Once the candy was melted, I added a scant amount of green gel because I wanted the leaves to be a light pastel green. I also added a tiny bit of shortening to the candy for easier flow, because the food coloring can cause the melts to be stiffer. I used a cake spatula to spread the melted candy into the mold. I placed each batch in the freezer for a few minutes allowing them to gel completely before removing them
and placing them onto parchment paper until I was ready to add them to the cupcakes.
Such fun!
Are you celebrating with family?
Have a blessed, blessed Easter!
Until next we meet,
--Y
From my collection:
Meadow and bunnies topper, Benson Mills Blooming Bunnies, Amazon
Blue fleur-de-lis plates, Tai Pan Trading Floral plates and teacups, Mikasa Flower Mist Collection, Local Antique
Beaded champagne flutes, Ralph Lauren Aston Collection
Floral teapot, Delton, Amazon
Gold flatware, Wallace Silversmiths Grand Duchess Collection, Neiman Marcus/Horchow
Gold demitasse flatware, Wallace Silversmiths Antique Baroque Gold, from myriad sources
Gold demitasse flatware, Wallace Silversmiths Antique Baroque Gold, from myriad sources
Tiered bunny cake plate, The Dollar Tree
Linen napkins, HomeGoods
Rose napkin rings, Pier One
Flocked bunnies, all, Five Below
Wreaths on doors, HomeGoods
Florals added to wreaths and flower arrangements throughout, Amazon
Wilton candy melt mold, Michael's
Russian piping tips, Amazon
Bunny throw pillow covers, Amazon
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