Before we get to the fun tablescape let me announce the winner of the National Association of Junior Auxiliary’s Silver Spoons, Blueberry Afternoons Cookbook give away!
And, the winner is . . . Victoria! Congrats Victoria and thank you to everyone who left comments to win.
Don’t forget, you can still get this fabulous cookbook from the NAJA website.
Now, on to the fun table:
This is probably one of the most fun tables I have done. The placemats don’t match. Some places have china, some, everyday dishes. None of the glasses match and there are a few other things that are kind of strange!
Colorful but crazy!
A centerpiece with Easter eggs, Christmas ornaments and . . . apples!
Hey! Who left the apple core in the centerpiece?
One candle has a Christmas candle ring and the other a spring candle ring.
Let’s take a closer look at those place settings.
Christmas plate with a visiting bird. Is that any way to place the flatware?
Ah, it looks like Spring, except for that turkey!
Pretty pink florals and stipes with a pretty pink . . . pig?
Fall and Mozart - now that makes sense. Way more than where the knife, fork and spoon are placed.
Beautiful china with an elephant crawling on top.
Can't find my knife! Oh, there it is at the bottom of the plate. I need it to fight off that turtle.
April Fool!
That was fun. Now, I can concentrate on Easter. If you would like to see last years Easter Champagne Brunch table, click HERE. To see lots of creative and beautiful tablescapes check out
with Between Naps on the Porch
Today’s Lagniappe: Hot Cross Buns
Something yummy to have on Good Friday morning. In many historically Christian countries, buns are traditionally eaten on Good Friday, with the cross standing as a symbol of the crucifixion. Take some to your friends and neighbors as a special blessing to them. I’ve found a shortcut method to making them that I hope you will like.
Makes 1 dozen
* 1 loaf frozen bread dough (1 lb.)
* 1/2 cup golden raisins
* 2 tablespoons brandy
* 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 1 large egg
* 3/4 cup powdered sugar
* 1 tablespoon milk
Preparation
Thaw frozen bread dough following package directions. Place in a large bowl, cover, and let stand until pliable and no longer cold, 30 minutes to 1 hour.
In a small bowl, soak raisins in brandy for 30 to 40 minutes. Add raisin mixture and nutmeg to dough. In bowl or on a board, knead raisins into dough. With floured hands, divide dough into 12 equal pieces; shape into round rolls. Place about 2 inches apart on a buttered baking sheet. Cover and let rise in a warm place until almost doubled, about 20 minutes. In a bowl, beat egg with 1 tablespoon water. Brush buns with egg mixture (discard remainder). Bake rolls in a 350º oven until golden brown, about 20 minutes. Transfer to a rack and let stand 10 minutes.
In a bowl, mix powdered sugar and milk. With a spoon, drizzle icing over buns in the shape of a large X.
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Well that was fun. My Daddy always loved to kid around on April Fool’s Day, and the dining table was his playground. I remember coming to the table and finding the silverware sewn to the place mats (that must have been the one and only time he ever sewed anything!), glasses that had tiny holes in them so that they would drip all over, fake eyeballs in the glasses, plastic worms hid under veggies and more. Daddy has Alzheimer’s now, so he can’t play those pranks anymore, but your table brought back lots of happy memories for me. Happy Easter!!
Love,
Susan and Bentley
xxoo
I really enjoy what you did with all the cutlery. We’re so hidebound. It’s great to rethink those however whimsically. Hope you’ll have time to stop — we haven’t seen you in a while. Happy Easter. — Jane F.
The cutiest table I have seen this day.
So much playful and creative in toughts.
Happy EAster.
Too funny! Now that was a refreshing surprise!
Oh, you little stinker! April fool’s day!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia
What a nice idea to use the Tablescape-Thursday for the April-foolery. Thats really funny.
Have a nice Eastertime,
Johanna
Oh, you are wicked clever!!! That is just the perfect April fools tablescape. It made me laugh.
Happy April Fools Day my dear!.., This was too cute!..,
Do pop over for a visit!
Cheers from Wanda Lee @ The Plumed Pen
I can’t believe I won! How sweet of you to be so generous! I collect coobooks, especially Southern ones! You’re table is a delight – especially Mozart! Thanks again for all that you share with us.
Hehe! Loved it!
Very funny idea. I didn’t know you were kidding at first.
Hilarious!! You had me scared there for a minute!!!
Happy Easter!!
a fun table , indeed and that recipe sounds delicious.
Sonny
Fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
April is such a great time for such foolery!
Hugs, L
Oh what a fun April Fools joke you’ve played on us!
What a fun table!
great table, that crow is too fun! good for you, I have friends that serve April fool’s dinner to their 6 kids, by covering the table with a plastic cloth and serving spaghetti without plates or silverware, then pudding for dessert. The kids loved it so much it has become a family tradition.
What a whimsical table! Love all of them!