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Setting The Table With World Market: Part 3

Relishing those Lazy Weekend Mornings with a Cheerful Brunch Table and Hashbrown Casserole
September 23, 2015
Story By: Mandy Kellogg Rye
Filed Under > Everyday Entertaining

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Over the past two weeks, you’ve seen how we’ve teamed up with World Market to share casual dining inspiration for down-to-earth entertaining any day of the week.  We created a cool California, wine country inspired table and a rustic table perfect for an everyday Italian meal.  So with dinner covered, it only natural to move on to my favorite day and my favorite meal; Sunday.  And on Sundays we brunch.  

I don’t know about you, but in the Rye household, weekends (when we’re actually home) are the time to enjoy sleeping in, indulge in the comfort food we missed during the week, and just relax!  It’s a far cry from the weekday hustle-and-bustle when we’re looking for keys, flying out of the door, and grabbing coffee to go.

When setting the table, World Market’s beautiful and colorful earthenware plates seemed as if they were made for an easy weekend brunch.  The plates‘ designs are complimented by florals I pulled from around the home; sweet orange ranunculus in bud vases and deep purple artichokes and eucalyptus.  In keeping with our theme of casual entertaining  eggs, toast, pastries, and my infamous cheesy hashbrown casserole are served table side making them easily accessible for second and third servings.

The casserole.  Where do I begin?  The ooey-gooey goodness is reason enough to get out of bed in the morning; with a generous helping of sharp cheddar cheese, green peppers, onions, shredded potatoes (you can use organic frozen potatoes like I did), and jalepenos of course, you have one heck of a breakfast casserole. And remember, a casserole can be made the night before, so consider this your excuse to stay in bed a little longer!

Lastly, french press coffee will be a must, and as many of you know, I run on coffee so this is very important to keep my cup filled.  I also like to offer fruit juice on the table for an extra sip, so having a refreshing, unique flavor on hand like mango or guava is an easy, yet special touch.  Enjoy!  Truly, MKR

P.S. I’ll be sharing my cheesy hashbrown casserole recipe later this week and we’ve got one more week of casual dining inspo coming your way; tune in next week for the daintiest, French Provincial inspired table of sweet treats for the girls. xo 

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Photography, Rustic White | THIS STORY IS IN COLLABORATION WITH WORLD MARKET A BRAND WE LOVE AND ADORE.  OPINIONS AND IMAGES ARE 100% OUR OWN.

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A Spring-Filled Table

April 3, 2015
Story By: Mandy Kellogg Rye
Filed Under > Entertaining

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Whether it’s a table for one or a table for ten, the number of people you’re hosting shouldn’t determine the pomp and circumstance that goes along with being a good host.  Case in point: a light, spring filled lunch I put together earlier this week for just my mother and me.  

I set the table with my staples: rose gold silverware, fresh wild flowers representative of spring, and print-heavy jacquard linens.  I then added a few new friends in the form of bold, intricate place settings by Royal Crown Derby.  With blues and greys, to pinks, purples, and even chartreuse, the Royal Crown Derby pieces tied the entire table together with a cohesive look and feel.  And let’s be honest, there was no way I could have chosen just one of the colors; to the dismay of my husband I feel a new collection beginning to take shape!

We noshed on arugula salad, fresh herb and olive oil pasta, honey thyme lemonade with sugared blackberries, and of course plenty of Rose wine.  It was delicious, refreshing, and exactly the kind of afternoon that reminded me of why I moved to closer to my family.

We’ll be sharing the recipes later next week, but in the meantime, I hope you’re spending the weekend around a table—no matter how big or small—and hosting a meal for those you love.  Truly, MKR

P.S. Make sure you’re following both myself and Steve McKenzies on Instagram because we’re giving away a piece from my table to one lucky reader just for sharing a spring place setting you’re feeling inspired by. Snap a pic and share how you’re getting ready to entertain this spring by tagging @waitingonmartha & @stevemckenzies with hashtag #viewfromabove. You’ll be entered to win my favorite spring serving bowl, a $150 value. The winner will be chosen at random on Monday, April 13. 

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Photography, Rustic White  |  This story is in collaboration with Steve McKenzies.  Designers, Creatives, and Small Business Owners I adore.

As Pictured:  Royal Crown Derby Place Settings & Vases, Steve McKenzies  |  R. Wood Dipping Bowls, Steve McKenzies  |  Le Jacquard Napkins & Tea Towels, Steve McKenzies  |  Salad Bowl, Steve McKenzies  |  Pillow, Steve McKenzies  |  Pasta Bowl, Juliska c/o  |  Marble & Wood Cheese Board, Williams Sonoma  |  Rose Gold Silverware, West Elm (sold out, similar HERE)  |  Wine Glasses, Pottery Barn c/o  |  Tortoise Shell Glasses, Waiting On Martha

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A Summer Tablescape + Five Tips For Setting A Table

July 2, 2013
Story By: Mandy Kellogg Rye
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My personal style is always “opposites attract.” From combining feminine and masculine, heavy and soft, to modern and traditional, I believe combining opposites yields the most dramatic and yet surprisingly natural results. But sometimes I just have to indulge in the ultra feminine side of me, as is the case with my perfectly pretty summer table setting!  With just one look at this tablescape, it’s easy to see that living in the South has really started to impact my design aesthetic. This particular table was inspired by vivid summer hues, quintessential Southern style and my favorite summer indulgence: key lime pie. It’s light, fresh, feminine, and perfect for summer!  

And when setting your table, besides your basic etiquette there are a few hard and fast rules I always adhere to:

No. 01 – Think variation in color, pattern and height. I want my table to create interest at every angle and this is easily achieved by mixing colors and patterns, with elements at different heights. By simply placing a napkin between the charger and dinner plate or dinner plate and salad plate,  you can break things up and give your place setting definition.

No. 02 – Don’t be afraid to mix patterns and shades of color. I would have never thought a chartreuse ikat placemat and kelly green greek key napkin would work well together, but I loved the result once I played around with it!

No. 03 – Invest in round white dinner and salad plates. They’re easy and will go with everything. I rely on white plates as the starting point for most of my tablescapes. Just add colorful linens (I love festive napkins) and dessert plates for instant pop. 

No. 04 – Go all out with your flatware. Forget about silver or stainless steel—go with gold or rose gold for something unexpected and unforgettable. I found my gold set at One Kings Lane years ago and the rose gold set featured in this tablescape is a recent purchase from West Elm.

No. 05 – Don’t forget fresh flowers! In my mind, a table is just not a table without fresh flowers. My biggest resource for affordable flowers is a wholesale florist and foraging. Finding a great vendor and planning in advance are your best options for a beautiful, inexpensive arrangement!  See how I created this arrangement right HERE.  

Happy entertaining Loves!  truly, MKR

*Rope Vase  ||  Elephant Napkins  ||  Confetti Champagne Flutes  ||  Mint Julep Cup Vase  ||  Lilly Pulitzer Pom Poms  ||  Fuchsia Striped Straws  ||  Mercury Votives  ||  Citrus Plates  ||  Mercury Vase  ||  Rose Gold Silverware (sold out but I love THESE)

**All images via Rustic White

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