2005 Beautiful Tables Showcase Dining in Devonshire Designers Caryle Hitchcock & Linda Finkas Novice Formal This formal table was created by Caryle Hitchcock and Linda Finkas for Dining in Devonshire using “Dimity” china by Spode, vintage butter pats, turn-of-the-century crystal salt cellars, etched crystal stemware and ornate Francis First sterling. Lunch in the Rose Garden Designer Rachel Bowman Professional Contemporary Designer Rachel V. Bowman displays Royal Albert “Rose Garden Pattern” china and Red Lucite flatware to create this lovely, yet simple setting for a special gathering. Master Gardener Designer Debra Newton Professional Whimsical Debra, from Debra Newton’s Floral Design begins this unique setting with Fostoria crystal c. 1960’s that was inherited from her mother-in-law. The eclectic mix of flatware, including soup spoons, have been in her mother’s family for over 60 years. A Wee Bit of Ireland Designer Deb Wilson Novice Seasonal/Holiday This table showcases a 20 year collection of Belleek pieces that celebrate the decorator’s heritage. Fresh shamrocks provide a natural centerpiece for this tea time “old sod” retreat. Autumn Accolades Designer Martha Brack Novice Seasonal/Holiday Designer Martha Brack has put together a table setting combining “Versailles” by Sango china and gold rimmed goblets and gold flatware. The festive pumpkin tops, created by Van Lierop’s Garden Market, completes this ensemble. How Do I Love Thee Designer Deborah Barrett Mesher Novice Best of Show This anniversary table is a tribute to and for her parents, grandparents and great aunt. Deborah Barrett Mesher has incorporated Haviland china and Waterford crystal pieces that have been in the family for many years. Remembering Designers Barbara & Stuart Curry Novice Seasonal/Holiday Barbara and Stuart Curry have combined “The Holly and The Ivy” Portmeirion china and Napoleon Marbleized flatware to create this festive holiday setting. Centerpiece by Karin Williamson, Hillhouse Gardens. Forever Begins Tonight Designers Maryann Hymer & Yvonne Johnson Novice Formal For the bride and groom. . . This formal setting by Maryann Hymer and Yvonne Johnson, includes Lenox “Westerly Platinum” china with Gorham flatware and John Rocha at Waterford crystal “Geo” stemware. May today’s dreams become tomorrow’s memories. After the Hunt Designers Suzanne Payne, Linda Charneski and Marilyn Ash Novice Seasonal/Holiday Table created by Suzanne Payne, Linda Charneski and Marilyn Ash with a private collection of Noritake “Royal Hunt” china and German hand-carved Antler flatware. A lovely fall centerpiece arranged with antlers and fruit completes this display A Grand Occasion Designer Myrna Morey Professional Formal Myrna Morey displays Limoges Oyster plates and “French Renaissance” by Reed and Barton sterling along with assorted Kusak stemware. A unique centerpiece by Mark Young Flowers completes this formal setting. Jazzy Green Designer May Chock Novice Contemporary Designer May Chock incorporates pieces from various contemporary and Asian shops. The green in various tints add an element of “jazziness” to this table set with shades of brown and black. Her floral touch has completed this showy display. “Tea” with Flea and Mea most sophisticated afternoon nip Designer Martha Bargren Novice Whimsical Martha K. Bargren’s table is decorated with Haviland & Co. Limoges - 19th century pattern china and Savannah by Reed and Barton sterling. Complimented by a beautiful 19th century Sheffield silver plate candelabra. Splendor in the Grass Designers Penny LaFleche & Teresa Absten Novice Seasonal/ Holiday Penny LaFleche and Teresa Absten have combined family treasures like the Irish wool “Dress Stewart” blanket and “Sierra Pines” china to entice us to spend a few hours with that special someone in the restful bliss of an alfresco interlude. Put the Book Down! Let’s Talk Designer Lynn Leufroy Novice Contemporary This contemporary setting by Lynn Leufroy starts off with onyx plates from Pier 1 and is accompanied by Oneida flatware and gold-rimmed crystal stemware. All problems can be solved, if we just sit and talk. Deck the Halls Designer Pat Loffer Professional Seasonal/Holiday Pat Loffer begins with table toppers of Crimson Poinsettias and Battenburg lace to create a holiday ambience that compliments the Tienshan china and Bestecke Solingen goldware. A Christmas Medley Designer David Colegrove Professional Formal & People’s Choice This setting by David Colegrove, Owner of Key Antiques, includes Bavarian c. 1930’s dinner plates, “Old Paris” c. 1840’s soup plates and sterling “Victoria” from Watson Silver Co. first introduced in 1900. The setting is accompanied with a cut, glass bowl from a great aunt in Germany who wanted to keep her special treasures in the family. Simple Elegance Designer Sherry Holbrook Professional Contemporary Coordinated by Sherry Holbrook of Dean Allen’s Catering this table begins with a beautiful porcelain gold trimmed plate set in a gold beaded charger. The lovely white roses with a hint of gold complete this formal display. Simply Irresistible Designer Suzanne Schmitz Professional Seasonal/Holiday Designer Suzanne Schmitz from Interiors by Suzanne has taken Lynn Chase “Amazonian Jaguar” china, Marquis “Hanover Gold” stemware and Gold Wallace flatware to create this very vibrant setting. Autumn Delight Designer Marguerite Wesseler Noivce Contemporary Coordinated by Marguerite Wesseler with “Gold Buffet” Royal Gallery china, gold flatware and gold rimmed goblets. A cornucopia centerpiece by Crane’s Creations completes this wonderful seasonal display. Gardener’s Field Day Designers Sue Stibbe and Karen Benvenisti Novice Seasonal/Holiday Sue Stibbe and Karen Benvenisti of the Tacoma Garden Club combine Czechoslovakian coffee set c. 1920 and Victorian silver serving pieces to create this early morning setting. An original black and white photograph taken by Karen announces the Tacoma Garden Club’s Show “Deceits and Fantasies” in April 2006 at the Tacoma Art Museum . Bountiful Autumn Harvest Designer Marcia Garrett Novice Seasonal/Holiday Coordinated by Marcia Garrett, this table incorporates an assortment of china, “Melrose” by Gorham sterling and Galway crystal. The Centerpiece is by local artist Jennifer Homes and is accompanied by flowers from Blitz & Co. Tea for Teddy Designers Amanda Bowens & Faye Peebles Novice Whimsical This whimsical setting created by Amanda Bowens and Faye Peebles features a Twin Rose White Porcelain Tea Set and an array of indulgent goodies for two.