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    Decorating in the Dining Room

    03/07/2013 · by Tricia

    Pink tulips in a galvanized bucket on a table with plates and spoons.
    Hello everyone! Hope you’re having a good week. Does it feel like spring in your corner of the world? Yeah…not so much here. Looking out the window at all the drifts of snow piled high and kids sledding down the hill, I have a hard time thinking that spring is only a few short weeks away. Since I’m starting to feel like winter is never going to end, I figured it was time to bring a little bit of a springish feel indoors with some flowers. I bought tulips for the dining room and hydrangeas for the living room…I’m saving the living room until next week though since it’s always so hard for me to think of things to post about.
     
    Because my light fixture is so large, I wanted to use a flower container that felt in proportion. I really like this galvanized bucket…the only bad part was that I needed a lot of flowers to fill it! I ended up getting forty stems! Oh, I just remembered that I’ve never shown you the new light fixture that I got for this room until now. I ordered it last fall, let it sit around in the box for a few months, and then shortly before Christmas, finally talked the Mister into putting in up. I just love it! It’s covered in a warm white burlap…it seems more me than the old fixture that was previously in this room.
     
    After I set up my flowers, I thought a basket of grapefruit would look nice in the dining room too. With the flowers, it seems so springy and fresh. My mother-in-law sent us two boxes of freshly picked grapefruits from the tree in her yard. Mmm, wouldn’t you love to have citrus trees growing right outside your door?! I can hardly even imagine how wonderful and delicious that would be. I’d be putting lemons in everything and before too long I probably wouldn’t have any enamel left on my teeth!
     
    Well, peeps, that’s all for now! I hope things are warming up for you and you’re feeling a spring in your step…lol. Have a great weekend! Chat later…
     
    xo
     
    I’m sharing my post at:
    Common Ground: Be Inspired Friday
    French Country Cottage: Feathered Nest Friday
     

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    1. Sandra van Doorn says

      March 7, 2013 at 3:13 pm

      these pictures put me in a mood to go flower shopping! i love the orange / pink combination, you are right it's so fresh. can't believe the size of those grapefruit! xo sandra

    2. Stacey@A Sort Of Fairytale says

      March 7, 2013 at 3:20 pm

      as your neighbor slightly to the south in IL, i can very much relate to your feeling about winter. we have snow piled high here too 🙁 we just got back from sunny AZ, where there were citrus trees in my mom's yard…really miss those! bet your grapefruits are yummy! your dining room looks gorgeous with the tulips and light fixture AND everything else in it…sooo pretty! lovely photos too, of course! have a great weekend!!

    3. Lisa @ Fern Creek Cottage says

      March 7, 2013 at 3:27 pm

      Tricia, I have to admit I started pinning photos before I even finished reading your post! (I did go back and finish reading it 🙂
      I got so excited to see your beautiful dining room! Your new light fixture is stunning! You are always a master at styling and photographing flowers! Your post is such a beautiful treat! I can't wait to see your living room post soon!
      I hope spring comes to the midwest soon!

    4. Gail Dixon (Louisiana Belle) says

      March 7, 2013 at 3:31 pm

      I love your elegant, yet casual style. Beautiful decor and photos! Enjoy your day. 🙂

    5. Ann says

      March 7, 2013 at 3:35 pm

      Those flowers are so pretty
      and I love your dining room
      it looks so inviting with a touch of relaxed elegance.

    6. Brandi says

      March 7, 2013 at 3:35 pm

      So very pretty! Tricia, you can do no wrong!!!

    7. federica says

      March 7, 2013 at 4:07 pm

      wonderful colors those flowers!! F.

    8. Dagmar says

      March 7, 2013 at 4:09 pm

      I have learned so much from your blog about taking photos..you are simply amazing and I thank you for you sweet way you share!
      Thanks Tricia!
      Xox
      Dagmar

    9. Lara says

      March 7, 2013 at 4:43 pm

      Your new light fixture looks so nice over your diningroom table! I have a similar pale burlap lampshade on my nightstand lamp and I love the soft light it gives off. Everything looks so pretty ~ enjoy those bunches pink tulips! I think we have the same table runner ~ PB, right? 😉 I so hear ya.. I keep watching the weather reports to see when all this snow will melt. Me and the kids are just aching to be outside.

    10. hootnonny says

      March 7, 2013 at 4:54 pm

      The pink tulips are so rosy! Love the new light fixture.

    11. Shannon says

      March 7, 2013 at 5:01 pm

      I love the pops of pink especially those tulips! They definitely put me in the mood for Spring 🙂

    12. The Farmers Daughter says

      March 7, 2013 at 5:10 pm

      Just Lovely!!!!!!

    13. Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces says

      March 7, 2013 at 5:36 pm

      How beautiful, Tricia…just what I need to think of spring!

    14. Blondie's Journal says

      March 7, 2013 at 5:46 pm

      I love your new light fixture! It makes your dining room look totally different. Didn't you use to have a ladder in the corner? Your flowers are gorgeous. I need to get some to perk up this house, I think it has cabin fever more than me! ;-D

      XO,
      Jane

    15. Tereza says

      March 7, 2013 at 6:34 pm

      wow these photos are just beautiful!!!!! your place is amazing 🙂

    16. A Cozy Cottage in the City says

      March 7, 2013 at 6:57 pm

      Oh Tricia,

      Your posts always make my heart go a pitter-patter! lol It's all so gorgeous! I'm lucky to have such an inspiring blogger friend! Sorry to hear about the cold – it's warming up over here, though it can get way too hot in the summers where I am! 🙁 Wishing you a wonderful day!

      Hugs,
      Jessie

    17. Tiffany says

      March 7, 2013 at 7:02 pm

      Love the tulips and the light, beautiful! Lots of snow here too although with the sun shining today it feels a little Springy:)

      Tiffany

    18. Sherri says

      March 7, 2013 at 7:15 pm

      Tricia, what a beautiful post! I love your home. The pink tulips are just gorgeous!!

    19. Bente says

      March 7, 2013 at 8:11 pm

      This is just beautiful.

      Have a nice weekend

      Hugs

    20. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says

      March 7, 2013 at 8:41 pm

      Simply beautiful!

    21. Pam says

      March 7, 2013 at 10:03 pm

      Your tulips are gorgeous. A real blast of spring is exactly what I needed. Your new light fixture is awesome. I'll have to go see what the old one looked like, but this one is pretty special!

    22. Pam says

      March 7, 2013 at 10:05 pm

      OK, just checked it out. I can't believe what a difference a new light fixture can make. Totally different look.

    23. Pink Overalls @DIY Home Staging says

      March 7, 2013 at 10:06 pm

      Can I come live at your house?

      I can tell you are going to get Pins for these photos. I pinned one already.

      Thank you!

    24. *Smukke Ting* says

      March 7, 2013 at 10:42 pm

      Dear Tricia,
      wonderful pics!!! I love the atmosphere in your beautiful home!!!

      Greetings from Germany,

      Birgit

    25. La Vie Quotidienne says

      March 8, 2013 at 12:02 am

      Love your beautiful pink tulips…so pretty! And the new light fixture is great.

    26. Custom Comforts says

      March 8, 2013 at 12:06 am

      Your pink tulips are just gorgeous in the galvanized tub. The whole room is so full of light and looks like a breath of spring blew in. The only times my rooms are that bright is when there is snow on the ground and then I take as many pictures as I can. You have a most lovely home.
      Cindy

    27. Deanna says

      March 8, 2013 at 12:33 am

      The only spring I am feeling is what I buy at the grocery store wrapped in florist paper…love your pink tulips, wow 40 that is a goodly amount of tulips. But they look terrific in that galvanized bucket. Sweet!!

    28. Just B @ Love Where You Live says

      March 8, 2013 at 2:28 am

      Gorgeous, love the tulips! Thanks, Tricia, for this pretty glimpse of Spring. 🙂

    29. michele says

      March 8, 2013 at 3:08 am

      absolutely delicious!

      smiles to you.

      michele

    30. Myplace4tea says

      March 8, 2013 at 3:44 am

      So pretty!

    31. Evelyn S. says

      March 8, 2013 at 5:39 am

      Oh, no one can make a galvanized container look as classy as you do, Tricia! Absolutely fabulous images!

    32. Cindy Garber Iverson says

      March 8, 2013 at 6:44 am

      Your bucket of tulip blossoms is DIVINE! And I love the pairing with the grapefruit. I'm one of those lucky people (like your mother-in-law) that can grow citrus in my own garden. I've got a whole bunch of lemons hanging on the tree right now… so many I can't find enough uses for them. I'm sure you wouldn't have any trouble finding ways to consume them. *wink*

    33. Pieces of Sunshine says

      March 8, 2013 at 8:55 am

      I'm loving your abundance of tulips and grapefruit! You have an amazing eye for styling, just stunning photos.

    34. tinajo says

      March 8, 2013 at 9:16 am

      Gorgeous photos!

    35. My Little Bungalow says

      March 8, 2013 at 1:38 pm

      Oh my goodness, those pink flowers are stunning! And your photos too!
      Claudia

    36. Nook and Cranny says

      March 8, 2013 at 2:36 pm

      Love, love everything!
      Michele

    37. Vintage French Hen says

      March 8, 2013 at 2:53 pm

      So elegant! This really turned out beautifully, so glad I stopped by! Marcia

    38. Caroline says

      March 8, 2013 at 3:25 pm

      Your styling is gorgeous! And man…you have A LOT of grapefruits to eat! LOL

    39. The Rosegarden in Malevik says

      March 8, 2013 at 8:30 pm

      just Lovley 🙂
      like the photos…..
      and do not miss…..

      SATURDAY SHOW OFF

      it is FUN 🙂
      Welcome
      Håkan ( The Roseman)

    40. Lisa Gordon says

      March 8, 2013 at 8:42 pm

      Your springish feel is wonderful, Tricia, and much needed here.
      Last night "they" told us it was supposed to be just a lot of rain.
      They lied!

      Have a wonderful weekend!

    41. Eva (http://buildhousehome.blogspot.com.au/) says

      March 8, 2013 at 9:03 pm

      Your new pendant is fabulous!!! You are creating the most amazing home and your photography is fabulous!!

    42. Priscila Peters says

      March 8, 2013 at 10:15 pm

      Your dining room is fabulous! Love the pastel colors and the flowers.

    43. Inspired by you says

      March 8, 2013 at 11:21 pm

      Simply gorgeous! I love your flowers!

    44. Silvina Soave says

      March 9, 2013 at 1:07 am

      Bella decoración, las flores son preciosas y las fotografías excelentes!!.Abrazos y feliz fin de semana.

    45. Rosie Grey says

      March 9, 2013 at 1:53 am

      What a beautiful composition! I also bought tulips to bring spring into my home 🙂 Can't wait to see your hydrangeas – I love them, too! Have a wonderful weekend!

    46. Sandi~A Cottage Muse says

      March 9, 2013 at 11:41 am

      Gorgeous dining space!
      Love the new lighting (where did you get it?)!!
      The flowers are a beautiful invitation for Spring to hurry up and arrive!

    47. * Villa Lieblich * says

      March 9, 2013 at 2:49 pm

      so wonderful
      ♥doris

    48. Linda R says

      March 9, 2013 at 3:36 pm

      What a beautiful post. I just love your photos and your house looks so pretty. My sister used to have a huge apricot tree in her yard. I loved to go pick bag fulls of apricots. Then she moved. Now I find it hard to buy them. They are so expensive and they don't even taste as good. I do hope you get some spring weather soon..

      Hugs~

    49. Pilar says

      March 9, 2013 at 8:48 pm

      Unas fotos fantásticas que ya anuncian la primavera. Un beso

    50. Sherrie St. Hilaire says

      March 9, 2013 at 11:16 pm

      So, so very gorgeous! I love your home…your style! You have an eye for beauty!

    51. Rosemary and Thyme says

      March 10, 2013 at 4:18 am

      Wow, your photos are stunning. Talk about inspiration. If this post doesn't speak spring, I don't know what does. Your home is just so welcoming and bright. I love it. I am your newest follower. I hope you can follow back.

      Janet

    52. Nola Grasby says

      March 10, 2013 at 7:45 am

      Love your dinning room-cant wait to see more of your house. Pink tulips are my favorite.your photos are beautiful.

    53. Mari Crea says

      March 10, 2013 at 4:52 pm

      Beautiful pink tulips
      Good Sunday
      Mari

    54. Kia says

      March 10, 2013 at 9:59 pm

      Awwww, lovely decor and photos! 🙂
      Have a wonderful new week.

    55. Heaven's Walk says

      March 11, 2013 at 1:16 am

      I agree, Tricia! Your new shade really warms up the entire room. LOVE it! And the pop of pretty pink against your neutrals is sooooo refreshing! Spring's gotta get here sooner or later…doesn't it….? lol

      xoxo laurie

    56. Amy Kinser says

      March 11, 2013 at 3:56 pm

      As always, I am totally in love with your home and photography. If only you lived closer to me then you could come over and teach me a thing or two (or twelve).

    57. Hyds says

      March 11, 2013 at 6:53 pm

      Love the set up and your home looks so beautiful.. love pink tulips.

    58. Cheryl says

      March 11, 2013 at 9:51 pm

      Your post makes me almost cry for spring, it has been so gray & gloomy…. Yesterday we had just a little peak of spring with 66 degrees with a bit of sun, but today it is Michigan once again with 42, rain & that chill in the air that makes me long for spring~
      thanks for sharing,
      Cheryl

    59. Rosemary Aubut says

      March 12, 2013 at 12:12 am

      Your photos are truly amazing and your home right out of a magazine! Truly enjoyed my visit here!

    60. Clara {Clover and Violet} says

      March 12, 2013 at 7:00 am

      Beautiful photos, just perfect in every way. I love your pretty tulips they are a gorgeous shade of pink and the bucket is perfect for displaying them. Love your new light fixture too!!

    61. Linda@Coastal Charm says

      March 12, 2013 at 3:25 pm

      Tricia,
      Your pics are beautiful! I'm sure the snow will be gone soon and it will then feel more like spring in your area. I love your new light fixture, it looks erfect over your table. I would love to have you join us at my linky party that is going on.

      Blessings,
      Linda

    62. Keeping It Cozy says

      March 12, 2013 at 3:45 pm

      Tricia, your dining room is one of my favorites and has been since I first visited your blog! I absolutely love your new light fixture – it fits perfectly. The tulips and grapefruits just scream spring – love it!

    63. Junkchiccottage says

      March 12, 2013 at 9:36 pm

      Tricia,
      Your home is beautiful. I love your dining room. My heart was racing as I looked at it. So gorgeous. I am a new follower.
      Kris

    64. Val says

      March 13, 2013 at 1:31 am

      You make everything look perfectly dreamy.

    65. Dori at The Red Feedsack says

      March 13, 2013 at 1:39 am

      I found your blog via Amy's Girl Time Tuesday – I was featured there today also! 🙂 I have enjoyed looking around your blog and love it. I really, really love that galvanized bucket with the tulips in it!!! Brilliant idea! 🙂 Good to meet you. ~ Dori ~

    66. likeschocolate says

      March 13, 2013 at 3:26 am

      What a beautiful table setting! I love all the pink tulips and I love the chair covers.

    67. Vickie @ Ranger 911 says

      March 13, 2013 at 3:47 am

      Nothing says spring like bunches of tulips! Your dining room is simply stunning as are your gorgeous photos and your new light fixture is so pretty hanging over your table.

      I would love to have citrus trees outside my back door!

    68. Valerie Falcon says

      March 13, 2013 at 3:58 am

      Hi Tricia I started following you and i love your home your dining room and the tulips are so chic love it!! thanks for stopping by my blog 🙂 Val

    69. sandy @ french laundry 132 says

      March 13, 2013 at 7:39 pm

      I Tricia! Tomorrow I am heading up to Iowa! I checked the weather channel and it looks like I am sure to see snow, ice and rain LOL!

      I am hoping for snow! You can slap me now LOL

    70. Debra @ Common Ground says

      March 13, 2013 at 10:07 pm

      That light fixture changes the whole mood of your room, it's perfect! and those amazing tulips look like a soft watercolor painting!!

    71. Vintage Home says

      March 13, 2013 at 11:54 pm

      oh wow…I have dropped by before and am in love with your beautiful cabinet in your dinning room…and with the great fixture..WOW! But spring it is in your home with those pretty tulips and those colour perfect grapefruits!

    72. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

      March 14, 2013 at 12:11 am

      What a beautiful light fixture! I love how it goes with your dining room, which is also beautiful, too!

    73. Privet and Holly says

      March 14, 2013 at 2:02 am

      I am happy to report
      that Whole Foods had
      tulips priced at $5.99
      for 10 this week! You'll
      see my own bunch pop
      up in my post, tomorrow.

      When we go to Palm Springs
      for part of spring break
      each year, we LOVE the
      citrus hanging in the trees!
      But even better, to me, are
      the orange blossoms….Oh,
      how sweet they smell : )

      Hugs,
      xo Suzanne

    74. Tazas y Cuentos says

      March 14, 2013 at 2:33 am

      Your dining room is lovely and your photos….just fantastic!!!
      I've been visiting your previous posts and I enjoyed your images a lot, congratulations!
      Besos from Argentina, Silvina

    75. Eclectically Vintage says

      March 14, 2013 at 2:48 am

      What a stunning room! Love that light fixture and that pitch fork I see peeking out. Fresh grapefruit would be heavenly too!
      Kelly

    76. Little Cottage on the Pond says

      March 14, 2013 at 1:15 pm

      Love the dining room! SO glad I found your blog- we share a similar style and the same first name!

    77. Cindy says

      March 14, 2013 at 1:26 pm

      So beautiful! My favorite flower is the pink tulip!
      You have inspired me to purchase an arm full of tulips on the way home!
      xo

    78. Between You and Me says

      March 22, 2013 at 11:11 am

      I think I might have pinned every image in this post…
      just beautiful.
      where did you buy your stems? gorgeous!!!!

      And, where did you get your drum shade? We have a huge one that I ordered from Pottery Barn, when we moved in this house….I love yours!

    79. April says

      April 15, 2013 at 1:24 am

      I just love your style! Where did you get your burlap chandelier? I love it and have been looking for something just like it. Thank you!

      • Tricia says

        April 22, 2013 at 4:43 am

        It's from Pottery Barn 🙂

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