G'day sweet blogging friends.
Well, you'll probably be glad to know I am feeling better today, and really not because of any miracles, or anything other than the fact that I have been busying around with the things that life brings. You know that, yeah? Teenagers going to the movies, 7 yr olds playing Lego, sharing gossip with neighbours, taxi driving…reading blog comments…
Had a very nice coffee with a very nice girl this morning (yep that'd be you lg) and did afterwards manage a very nice walk by the ocean, I'm having to admit that I have been letting this slip lately which is probably what led to yesterday's blueness. But boy it was cool out there this morning, big old waves and what I was told were 'bombers' – will report back on that soon…
Anyway let us move on to tablescapes. I haven't done one in a while and for no other reason than that we have been enjoying the flip side of entertaining recently – being invited back to other's…I've enjoyed the best part of a month of the best hostess skills on the Beaches.
So this table was one that I did after a long day of kids' sporting activities – you know that feeling when you get home and suddenly realise with a sinking heart that you have people coming over and why oh why did you not clean up the cottage the day before. You know like organised people do.
Well I've worked on a video for this too (just lurve my dulcet tones, I am d a n g e r o u s with that Moviemaker I'm telling ya) but unfortunately the internet decided it would be extremely slow tonight to upload it and after all the effort I decided to say poke it and go to bed, maybe I'll post it tomorrow anyway…It's a funny old world…I guess one day I'll work it out…
so signing off from the sunny Australia, copy you tomorrow, with a winner and hopefully with a video or two 
blogged for Tablescape Thursday, thanks Susan
I like the tall pillar candle in the tall jar with the greenery…smooth.
Look forward to seeing the video.
Who wants to be super organised and cleanhouse. Much more fun to just run around in a panic and get ready. Organised – no way – too boring!!
Alison
Candle, jar, greenery – very nice! I also like the mirror. Glad to hear you’re feeling more cheerful today.
A simple jar with a candle… a candle in a jar lid… reminds me so much of casual childhood dinners. The young Beach Cottagers will think fondly on little things like this someday, a memory to cherish. Wishing you a wonderful day.
Gatherings are always much more fun when thrown together at the last minute. Your table looks beautiful, I can almost hear the sound of waves crashing just looking at your serene setup.
Hi again, ok so the clue wasn’t very far away… just read your profile and I was right you are in Australia…. long way from home for you! Now I wonder how long you’ve been there, do you ever get ‘home’ for a visit. Sorry to be so inquisitive, I’m just curious like that. Love your blog by the way, I grew up on the East coast so I love seeing ‘Beachy blogs’
I hope you don’t mind if I come back often. Off to get a cuppa coffee right now, it’s only Wednesday morning here
xxxx
Well that is just lovely. And I am TOTALLY envious of the thought of waling along the beach and watching the ocean roar, even if it was chilly!
Thanks for sharing this lovely tablescape with us!
Ooo, I love the note in the jar! A truly gorgeous and welcoming setting.
I’m with Julie-love the candle with herbs in a simple jar and the lid for a holder! I throw those away..I won’t do that again.
I’m glad you feel better today. Isn’t it funny what a new day can do.
Have a happy day.
LOve the candle & herbs!
Always lovely!
Good day mate!
I love your blog, and I just adore seeing the tablescapes. My question, though, is what happens with all those lovely layered plates as food is actually being consumed? Photos or an explanation of how the plates are “gone through” would be really useful.
Good on you ,you went to the sea
Me myself finally after 2 summers went to the sea last week Hurrah 
Glad you are feeling better. What a lovely tablescape, simple things made to look spectacular.
I love it all!
Hmmm a beach walk, sounds just what I need….maybe I will get the clan together & do something like that on Sunday.
~S~
Love the lid candle idea – simple and rustic
Amazing how the healing the beach is – i live near the beach too – I count my lucky stars
Gratitude to you and your creations. I share your blog with everyone I know with always the same response – OOOHHHH I love this!!
Enjoy todays sunshine
x Justine
everything is just so sparkly!
O, I wish I had a beach close by to walk on. Well, I walk around our little lake at the park and I am thankful for that.
Your tablescap is very pretty!
Sarah, love the simplicity. Like the burlap too!
Sarah, just love your ideas – you are so inspiring!! Shame I live on a farm and not near the beach like lucky you!!! Suzyq
Hi Sarah!
So glad you feeling better today and the tablescape really shows it! It is so lovely, simple and did I mention lovely
Enjoy your day!
Sharon
I love it Sarah ! You always have such a crisp display !
Kammy
That’s “Bombie” as in waves set off from the bombora which is like a hidden group of rocks or reef. It only goes off in big surf (I sound like an expert!)
More! More! More! I lurved the video immensely.
so fresh and fabulous!
Hi Sarah -
Great table setting – love everything!
Always inspiring -
Marsha – Chandelier Magic
Oh Sarah – I wonder why my name is not just a click away…some others are like me…do you have any idea?
Marsha – Chandelier Magic
Beautiful as always. Love and hugs!
so crisp and clean!! Love your video too, made me smile you are very charming.
So very refreshing for the summer time heat.
I wasnt able to get my table up and running this week.. but stop on by and say hi if you have a moment
TTFN~~ Claudia
Glad you’re not feeling blue today Sarah. Speaking of, I finally managed to load your video from your previous post – it was good to hear your lovely soft English voice, you so remind me of my “Pommy” friend, I know I keep telling you that.
Nothing like a walk along the beach to put things right – I did the same today myself.
Your table is as usual SPECTACULAR! simple, elegant and loads of beach cottage character
xo
Fun way to end your video clip with a beer and cheers. Always enjoy your attitude to that’ll do.
It is almost Friday and the weekend is coming soon, no time for feeling blue with spring on the doorstep and the promise of weekend adventures on the beach.
When we return from the lake, I’m going to look in the storage downstairs. I think I might have an old jar or two, stored away. Beautiful table, as usual, Sarah.
Thanks for the cold beer at the end of your tour:)
Joyce
I love all your photo and could just move into your house and be happy forever! I hope to someday live near the beach too.
Susan
Very lovely and oh so clever. I love the greenery in the candle, just the right touch. Sharon
Such a lovely tale setting. It looks so calm and relaxing. Everything is perfect!
Sarah, my Aussie friend, you have such a knack for decorating that no one is going to notice you didn’t clean! (You kick things underneath the kids’ beds, is what you do!!!) Blow some dust off and you’re good to go. Get to walking on that beach, girl. If I had a pretty beach, I might be more motivated once the boot is history!
Brenda
Love the tablescape but REALLY LOVE hearing your voice!
Happy day,
Melissa
Sarah….lovely tablescape…I know your guest loved it! So great watching you tablescape and hearing your voice.
Really enjoyed the video!
What a fabulous tablescape!!! I LOVE LOVE LUUUV your style!!!
I hope you’ll stop by my blog and say hello
Jenny
You’re too cute! Just enjoyed your video and when you said “this is not a real tv show, people!”
Your tables are always very elegantly simple. What a clean style you have…love it. Thanks for your reply today. Glad you enjoyed the idea on the photo.
You must share some of your simple meal ideas with us. I have no problem decorating for a dinner party, it’s the food that boggles my mind!
Oh that is just lovely! I love all the white! Something so simple and yet so fresh and beautiful.
This is my first time to your blog. I’m so glad I came to be inspired.
It’s very nice to meet you.
Lynnette
Well, Howdy from Texas! I didn’t realize you are in Australia…how cool is that?!!!
I love your table with the light colors and simple elegance. And I’m a bit jealous of your day. It sounds like heaven to be able to walk everyday along your glorious beaches.
Thanks for sharing!
Everything is just beautiful! How inspiring your blog is!
What a gorgeous table setting. I love the jar with the bit of greenery in it! It’s all so refreshing! Glad I found your blog and thank you for your comments about my art!
Hi–I am catching up on some of the tablescapes I have missed. This is very serene! I love the soft hues and simplicity.
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