Styling a Coffee Table for Fall
Hello…
A big welcome to our first, “Styling a Coffee Table” Blog Hop
If you are visiting from 2 Ladies & A Chair, I’m sure you have a ton of fabulous ideas buzzing around in your head.
Are you ready to chat about styling a coffee table?
Let’s be truthful here. Have you changed up your coffee table decor lately? Or is it mostly used as a footstool while watching television?
You see, I know your hidden secrets.
Well, this is why we are chatting about styling a coffee table today.
Growing up, we had a beautiful glass coffee table. Our family played many a card games, puzzles, and projects on this table. And this coffee table was indestructible since the glass top was an inch and a half thick. I remember my brother and I lying underneath it and happily placing our hands all over the glass. Oh my goodness, my poor mother had to clean the underside of our dirty fingers prints. I now appreciate all that my mom did for us.
I’m crazy excited to share my news.
And no, I didn’t win the lottery but better than that, I have teamed up with some of my incredibly talented friends. Every month we will share our coffee tables.
Oh my goodness, I think we officially qualify for the term “coffee clutch?”
While I really don’t know what a coffee clutch is, I am certain that you are in for a monthly treat.
Therefore, get comfy and grab a cup of coffee while we chat.
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Ornaments
So today, let’s take a look at my white coffee table.
I seriously love antique ornaments, and I am now a proud owner of a small collection. Consequently, I try and display them all year long.
We have an unbelievable antique fair here in the bay area. My daughter and I are big time fans. And this summer we went every month.
Additionally, I promise her a big bag of kettle corn from the fair to get her to tag along.
Yes, I bribe my kiddos and yes… I pick out all the sugary popcorn.
I’m guilty.
This market has everything you can possibly imagine. I’m usually on a tight budget so I buy little things but, still I have a blast perusing all the knick knacks.
And surprisingly a few vintage ornaments sneak into my shopping bag every time. he!he!
But, back to the coffee table.
Paper Leaves
As you all know, I love paper.
Finally, I had an epiphany the other day. I would attach book leaves to branches from my garden.
So, here is what I used for this simple project, a bit of wire, branches, and book leaves. It is not a terribly difficult craft to create.
I’m a little worried that every inch of our home will eventually be covered in paper. Take a look at where my obsession all began: Paper Garland
Candles
Candles can instantly cozy up a space.
I have an incredibly clever friend who makes these beautiful candles. Seriously, I just love looking at them.
Most of all my friend, Rachel is super sweet and keeps me well supplied so I will never run out.
Treats
And don’t forget to add some little treats to your table.
My family loves to munch on things while they watch movies. So, I store and display goodies in some pretty apothecary glass jars.
Let me know your favorite decor obsession. And make sure to begin styling your coffee table, I’ll check back with you next month. Thanks again for your company and please visit my dear friend, Kathleen at Lindsay Hill Interiors. She has an exquisite taste for decor, and I adore her bright and fresh style.
Cheers,
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Kathleen Field
Janine – I LOVE your beautiful coffee table! So pretty and still so functional! Thanks for organizing this tour – it’s off to a great start!
xo
Kathleen
happyhappynester
Kathleen,
Thanks so much for your lovely comment! I’m super excited about this series and I know you’ll create a beautiful table setting! Thanks again for your visit to my blog!
Amie Freling
Again you draw me in with your wonderful backgrounds and peek into your family life. Its beautiful Janine and thank you for organizing this. Have a wonderful weekend. xo
happyhappynester
Amie,
I feel exactly the same about your posts! I love the warmth that your blog exudes, it draws me in every time I visit! Thanks so much for joining in on this fun blog hop! Have fun styling your coffee table for next month!
Kim Hazel
Janine, Thank you so much for organizing this fun blog tour and for including us!! Your coffee table is stunning! I especially love the paper leaves, soo cute!!!
xoxo,
Kim
Sheila Irwin
Janine,
I adore vintage ornaments too! And I love that you incorporate them year round, what a great idea!
Thanks again for including me in this amazing group – and looking forward to a season of stylish coffee tables!
Sheila
xo
http://www.maisondecinq.blogspot.com
happyhappynester
Hi Sheila,
I LOVE vintage ornaments, they just add that subdued sparkle to any decor! Thanks for your visit and sweet comment. I love that you are in our blog hop group! Can’t wait to see what you style next month!
Oscar @Oscar Bravo Home
Clean, thoughtful, inviting, that’s what comes to mind when I see your styling. Beautifully done Janine! Thanks for inviting me to share my coffee table alongside you and the talented group of bloggers.
happyhappynester
Hi Oscar!
It is always great to hear from you! So happy you are in the blog hop since you are so creative and talented. I’m always amazed at how your style your home, it is always so stunning! Thanks for your visit and nice comment!
Laila
Oh Janine I love that beautiful pic of you! Your photos look GREAT & I’m loving all the Fall decor! Thank you so much for organizing this blog hop. This was a lot of fun! Happy weekend! xo
happyhappynester
Laila,
That photo was so hard to get. I had the camera on the tripod and the timer on. So, I went back and forth looking at the shot and then posing again. Too funny! I’m so glad you are in the blog hop! Can’t wait till next months coffee table challenge!
Summer
You had me at treats!! Haha! Ok seriously though, this is just DIVINE! The bright white and that pop of golden yellow, the lovely paper leaves and the apothecary jars (I see Sees????????????)…it’s all so gorgeous!
happyhappynester
Yes, Summer, we LOVE See’s suckers! My husband and I love how it is just a little something sweet without major calories. They usually last the whole time we watch tv in the evening time. And the jars are so pretty to display them in. Thanks for your visit and comment! Hooray for our blog hop!
Susana
Janine… Your coffee table styling is always spot on. Love how you display munchies in beautiful jars and bring them over to the coffee table. A note about the nester is always a favorite of mine as I enjoy getting to know more about you. Thank you so much for all the organization that went into this. I’m beyond honored to be surrounded by so many talented professional bloggers like yourself.
xoxo – Susana
happyhappynester
Hi Susana,
Thanks so much! We have a few things we always like to snack on, so I thought why not place them on the coffee table. I’m so happy you like the note about me. That seems to resonant well with my readers. I’m trying to bring that whole style into my posts and I love writing that way. I’m so happy you are participating in the blog hop! Congrats on your first roundup!
Jodie Kammerer
Hi Janine,
Every time I come over to your blog I get new ideas! I always love how you make everything looks so beautiful, but I always come away with ideas of how I can apply that to my home and that is the part that really makes me excited! Plus, I love your warm and witty writing. It is so inviting and makes me feel like we are best friends…(Oh yeah, we ARE!) But I mean that I love the way you make everyone feel like they are your friend! You are so easy to love! Thanks for all the inspiration. I can’t wait to see what you do next time!! xoxo Jodie
happyhappynester
Ah, thanks, Jodie!!! You are so sweet and your comment just made my day! I love that we can get together and inspire each other. It is way too fun now that you have a blog! I’m incredibly lucky to have found you! Hooray for creative and beautiful friends!
Joan
Janine this is fabulous! Love your coffee table design! You have given me a great idea for my left over paper leaves too;) I like your approach to decorating keeping it light and bright! So beautiful…
happyhappynester
Oh Awesome, Joan! I love how your wreath turned out! You are so clever. Thanks for you visit and comment!
Toni
Your coffee table always look so great and as usual this one is stunning 🙂
happyhappynester
Thanks so much, Toni!!! You are super sweet to visit my blog! Have a lovely week!
Julie Lancia
Janine, I seriously loved reading this. Your voice is so real and fun…I feel like I just had a sweet visit with you, My Friend! Love your unique and creative ideas, especially the treat display (love decorating with intent) and also I love the creativity of the paper leaves. Just blown away by all you do. You are amazing. With love, Julie
happyhappynester
Hi Julie,
Thanks so much for your visit and your wonderful comment. Yes, I always decorate our home for real life living. I love that term, decorating with intent! That’s me to a T! I’m so happy you and Jodie are involved in our coffee table styling hop! I can’t wait to see more of your fabulous creations!
Coco in the Kitchen
I love, love, love setting up seasonal decorations throughout the house, especially our dining table, kitchen table and a couple of our coffee tables.
I always look for your “Note about the Nester” anecdotes – they’re so special!
happyhappynester
Ah, thanks Colette! I’m so happy you like my little note about the nester! It appears to resonant with a lot of readers! Also, I love your home and all your decor! It is beautiful like you!