If you’ve been reading this blog for longer than 5 minutes, then you know this place setting is likely to never happen around my house. As much as I can appreciate a calm and serene vibe, I’m just too drawn to color to ever stick with an all-white palette.
Tablescape inspiration can come from virtually anywhere…and this time, I found mine from Crystal Light Liquid!
We are serious Crystal Light drinkers around here…in fact, we probably mix a new pitcher every other day. (So basically my colon is red dye #7.) The problem is, we each have our own favorite flavor, and no two are the same. The dilemma is now solved, since Crystal Light Liquid allows us to mix our own individual glass or bottle.
I took inspiration from my favorite flavor, Strawberry Lemonade, and created a happy table of red, pink and yellow.
I added Crystal Light Liquid to a glass of Fresca, with a squeeze of fresh lemon, for the perfect Summertime drink. Doesn’t this say, ‘afternoon by the pool’ to you?! Don’t mind if I do!
The kids each mixed their favorite flavors, then we made custom popsicles!
I’d do just about anything to see these faces!
While I can appreciate a clean, all-white place setting,
We much prefer the jazzed up version!
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I love your vibe! The mix of colors and patterns is so fun! And this post makes me thirsty…I never would've thought of mixing the flavoring with a carbonated beverage. Yummy!
Love the colorful place setting you put together! My outfits are usually inspired by what I'm seeing on Pinterest. 🙂
I find my inspiration on blogs & pinterest.
I like to look at pics of houses/rooms I can't afford then scale them back (or DIY) and make them mine 🙂
I don't really find inspiration anywhere… at least not that I'm aware of. Maybe I should? It would probably make my outfits a lot more interesting.
Oh, by the way, your photos in this post are fantastic! Especially that one with the flowers, Crystal Light, and cut up lemons. I just stared at it for a full minute. The colors are so vibrant. Hey, maybe I'll take inspiration from your blog from now on. 🙂
Whatever random things I have on hand!
Okay..so add vodka to your drink….and you've got my Summer Drink! The one that I drink at the ranch allllllllll the time. I also like to add a little fresh lemon or lime. You're welcome.
p.s. Your pics today are BEAUTIFUL!
I tend to do my tables along with whatever season or holiday it is. And I usually repeat table settings! LOL
I just bought my first Crystal Light water enhancer this week. I am trying to give up soda, so this is helping me get through the work day.
Oh I'm with you, sister, the whole "white out" setting just doesn't ring my bell like all the bold COLOR! Blogs are definitely one of my maj forms of tablescape inspiration, but dang it if all those fun Crystal Light colors aren't just begging to be copied! (c; And I seriously want to steal that fabric from your table covering, it's all kinds of yummy (c:
I never would have thought to mix Crystal Light water enhancer with Fresca. That sounds yummy!
I love color… bright, bold color. Your blog is always an inspiration for that. Love the table setting.
While I love white dishes for their versatility, I am not a fan of an all white table. I tend to pull my inspiration from the seasons, the flowers and produce that are in season.
Recently purchased the crystal light liquid and love it.!!! Trying to give up soda. Love your table setting!
Gorgeous!!!
Definitely from fabrics and wall paper and work and most recently from the fishies I saw in the Great Barrier Reef.
The seasons! Each one has its unique colors and by bringing them indoors it allows me to embrace the current season before it flitters away!! Helps me 'be in the now"…which I tend to need help with!
I get color inspiration from pretty magazine layouts and scrap booking paper
I find inspiration from all kings of magazines, and my moods 🙂
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I find color inspiration from nature… So many perfect color combos can be found in the outdoors!
flowers! love yours btw!
I love your fun table setting! I am a color lover myself and draw inspiration from everywhere – magazines, blogs, Pinterest, a pool float (I am so not kidding).
Love the table setting. I'm usually inspired by nature. But I really think all colors go together!
Pinterest!! So much inspiration!
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I find my inspiration from pinterest, blogs and catalogs.
love your tablescape – so bright and pretty. for inspiration, i tend to stick with the seasons. i like something darker and moodier in the winter and something bright and pretty in the summer!
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Love your table setting! It's so bright and gorgeous! I definitely get my inspiration from other bloggers and Pinterest!
I was fixin' to say – that all white ain't you! and the drink you made looks like a good thing to mix with some Absolute ;0)
So summery! Pinterest, blogs, & color combos in nature! 🙂
I find color inspiration from home & gardening magazines.
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I find my color inspiration from the bright colors of spring time like flowers, as well as from fashion and decor segments featured on t.v. If I see a color I like I try to find it in the store.
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I find color inspiration on Pinterest
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Love your setting. I tend to find inspiration from outdoors or whatever season it is.
Surprisingly, from company logos!
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My inspiration comes from the seasons and colors outside in nature!
Your very own blog is a fantastic source of color inspiration, actually!
I love bright colors too! Most of my crazy colorful outfit or home decor choices are inspired by pinterest images 🙂
I love the guts that you have! I live through your pictures with all of your fun colors and bold statements. I could never paint my dining room the way you did (I couldn't pull it off), but I LOVE it in your home. I love loud colors and fun patterns, but I'm never as successful as you are mixing many of them together!
I am an avid magazine "freak" and thats where I get alot of inspiration along with blogs and Pinterest!!
Generally fabric – although I did once do a nursery for a friend based on the children's clothing section at Target!
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I love to get table inspiration from flowers–either from the cut blooms at the grocery store or potted plants at my favorite nursery.
Crystal Light, my favorite summer time drink! I draw a lot of inspiration from the ocean. The different shades of blue and green are endless!
Believe it or not but I find inspiration from clothing stores window dressings…they always put fabby colors together and it inspires me in my art and my decor!
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I find inspiration in nature
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I find my inspiration for the table from beautiful flowers, the season, or the menu I. Preparing.
I love these plates I have that have a pretty flower on them, so when you are done eating, you can see it!
I find my inspiration from Pinterest, blogs and magazines
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I find all sorts of inspiration on pinterest, it's sort of addictive!
I like looking at magazines…they have fun color combos.
First this tablescape is amazing! Second I usually find my color inspiration from fashion. I was loving on pink and gold this Christmas because of outfits I liked with pink accents and gold jewelry!
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i find inspiration from blogs…i have been leaning towards a turquoise wall after seeing how nice it looks on some blogs
HGTV inspires me for home ideas and my friend Kris inspires me to add color to my waredrobe
I find my inspiration through lots of different blogs. I love variety.
Ummm…pinterest! I am not creative at all so most of my ideas come from what I see other people pinning. Your Fresca and Crystal Light drink looks amazing! sonyadmorris@gmail.com
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Pinterest inspires me the most recently, so many great and doable ideas to find. I also love home decor ideas from Restoration Hardware stores.
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I find inspiration in magazines or on Pinterest!
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I find my inspiration in the colors of nature and the changing seasons.
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I get lots of inspiration from magazines or shows–mostly home improvement shows!
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I get lots of inspiration from magazines and blogs, but also Pinterest!
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Pinterest!!
I like to find inspiration from magazines, store displays and blogs. I love home decor magazines to get most of my ideas from.
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That drink looks so tasty! I'm going to make it this weekend for the pool.
I find inspiration in fashion magazines!
That drink looks so tasty! I'm going to make it this weekend for the pool.
I find inspiration in fashion magazines!
Love it! I look for inspirations on Pinterest and Blogs.
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I find inspiration in what we are eating!!
I get my inspiration from blogs and Pinterest. Love all the polka-dots and bright colors!
I get my inspiration from the beautiful colors of the fruits and veggies we eat!
I think I already commented, but in case I didn't…I find inspiration from cute note & thank you cards.
I find most of my color inspiration from my favorite blogs & pinterest. Right now I am in love with hot pink!
My inspiration comes from living with 2 little girlies and pets and my hunky husband! Decorating our house is what keeps me sane!
After studying art history in college, I love to get my color inspiration from the art world! My favorite paintings inspire me to try new combinations and patterns.
I find inspiration in fabric and paper! Once I find one of those I love, then I just run with it. I love how you have jazzed up this white place setting 🙂
I get a lot of inspiration from Pinterest. But also lots color inspiration from people's gardens I see on runs!
I love the bright colors paired with the classic white plates!
I love the color scheme!
I love fun colors! I get inspiration from blogs. I'm trying to go for more neutral backgrounds in my new house that I can accent with pops of color instead of committing myself long term to a large or more permanent piece; it's a work in progress! Also, I was really sad to not find the strawberry lemonade at my grocery store in time for my camping trip this weekend!
I love your table setting! I get inspiration from blogs, or from the fresh flowers that are growing in my yard at the time. Or even from Target! 🙂
love your table setting! i like to draw inspiration from nature:o) -Amanda
I love the lemons. They're one of my favorite accessories!
I like to look through home mags and blogs, but my favorite color combos come from nature. Spring green leaves and sky blue have always made me happy!
I like to use animals (colorful birds, fur patterns, etc) for my color inspirations!
I'm always drawn to orange and yellow!
Of course pinterest, but also just watching other people, things, magazines, sales ads, to see what's new, or something outside of my box!
I love it!
Love the polka dots! I'm usually most inspired by blogs like yours…keep 'em coming!
Love love love Crystal Light! I find inspiration all around me…nature, seasons, magazines, pinterest, blogs!
the colors of the flowers in my yard
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I am in love with this tablescape! You have changed a skeptic's mind… I never thought red and yellow could work together (Mcdonald's, ha), but you have certainly made me a believer! What a cute summery vibe. And who can go wrong with strawberry lemonade?!
I find inspiration from Pinterest.
I like to find inspiration from Pinterest
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I get inspiration from pinterest and blogs. Thanks for the ideas!
I find color inspiration from my surroundings and moods. I like to try to incorporate a lot of pastels for tranquility. I recently had to redesign my son's room and literally worked all of the decor around one item, his pastel green crib!
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I find color inspiration at the beach, which is less than 10 miles from my house!
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The "jazzed" version of your summer table is so fun! Totally cheer me up. The color scheme is vibrant and happy 🙂
I love looking at the fabric store to find color inspiration!
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I get my inspiration from Pinterest.
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I find my color inspiration from blogs, Pinterest, and Instagram. I could look at pretty photos for hours on end and get lost in all the fabulousness out there. 🙂 I used to love chocolate brown and red as a color scheme for my home but after discovering blogs over the past 18 months I am all about color color color!!!
I find color inspiration on Pinterest. So many creative things there!
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whatever catches my eye in the store
I get color inspiration from nature and of course my kitties
I get inspiration from websites and books as well as the change of seasons.
For decorating inspiration, it's blog posts like this that inspire me.
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wild flowers in our mountains!
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Inspiration is everywhere! A lot depends on my mood. Some days it's a book or magazine photo, other times it's an outfit I see someone wearing or a look outside to see the flowers blooming.
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I find color inspiration from nature, especially fruits and flowers.
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My husband inspires me with his artistic visions!! ky_grandma40@yahoo.com
With my outfits I add Jewerly and a belt
I find my color inspiration from nature-ocean blue..
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I love using Pinterest for inspiration.
I use Pinterest and Google Image search!
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I google a lot for ideas.
Also magazines and friends – thank you.
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I use pinterest a lot for inspiration for both fashion AND decorating my house!
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I draw a lot of inspiration from the colors and texture of nature.
Lara Spencer's I Brake for Yard Sales and Southern Living's Style book are very inspirational.
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I get color inspiration from second hand stores and crafty people on Etsy 🙂
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I usually find my inspiration in magazines
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Love the color combos. My inspiration comes from blogs & magazines.
Almost all of my inspiration for all I do to decorate my home or body comes from nature in one way or another. I wear all earth tones, my jewelry is all made of real stone or glass, and my house is painted in mostly shades of green and purple.
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I like to find my inspiration from Mother Nature.
Pinterest never fails to give me some inspiration when i need it
I am a thrift store junky and can find anything
magazines and online
We are so very close to moving into a new house – it hasn't gone smoothly or quickly, so I've been trying to stay positive by planning the decor for each room in the home by scouring online ideas
Pinterest for sure, I could spend hours and hours on there.
I find color inspiration in my handbag collection. I have so many different colors of handbags.
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I find color inspiration in nature and art.
I find inspiration in magazines.
Definitely home improvement t.v shows.
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I find my inspiration in the garden – it's so colorful this time of year!
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I find color inspiration from blogs and magazines.
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from seasons and pinterest
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I find it from magazines and pier 1 imports
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I live at the beach so my surroundings are a constant inspiration.
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I usually find inspiration in the magazines that I read.
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Definitely friends and pinterest
I find color inspiration for design stuff on pinterest
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I find color inspirations in magazines and on various home decor websites.
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Special earrings jazz up my outfits.
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i find some inspirations from magazines and decorating shows on HGTV
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A new tablecloth.
Usually magazines and online sites
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I love to find ideas from people have posted on google pictures I love it or looking through the Ikea catalog. 🙂
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