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    Balsam Lane Tablescape

    By: Jane · Updated: 10 Dec, '19 · This post may contain affiliate links · 30 Comments

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    If you're searching for some new holiday china, then you must see my Balsam Lane tablescape! 

    Lenox balsam lane tablescape

    Hello friends! Have you finished your Christmas decorating yet or are you like me, still tweaking? I just had to stop and show you my Lenox Balsam Lane tablescape that I created this past weekend. 

    Are you familiar with this pattern? I was not until last year, Leo and I stopped in a Lenox outlet in Myrtle Beach and that's when I saw it. 

    Lenox balsam lane dinnerware

    It is a fun, festive pattern with green and aqua trees on it. I just couldn't resist getting 4 accent plates in this pattern to display on our cupboard during the holidays. 

    After getting home from that trip, I ordered the large platter to display in our pine corner cabinet in the dining room. 

    Even though it is a holiday pattern, I left the plates and platter on display throughout last winter and never tired of the design. 

    So this year, I ordered 8 dinner plates and 4 mugs to add to my collection.

    Pine cupboard with lenox balsam lane

    Since the china has trees on it, I naturally went with a tree motif in the dining room this year. I even ordered 2 of the lighted mercury glass trees from Amazon but they are out of stock right now. 

    The Lenox Balsam Lane pattern can be purchased at all major department stores, but I found the best deal on the Belk website when I used their special coupons and free shipping. 

    Balsam Lane can be ordered directly from the Lenox website and from Amazon. 

    Lenox balsam lane tablescape

    I used a dark green tablecloth as the base for my tablescape. The centerpiece is a lighted mercury glass tree that I found at HomeGoods this year. Under it is a lambs' ear candle ring and white candle holder that I already had. 

     Pieces of faux garland accented with lambs' ear garland covers the middle of the table.

    Lenox balsam lane tablescape

    The green goblets are vintage boopie glasses that my sister-in-law Jean gave me as a gift. I pulled out my Buttercup sterling and also used some white chargers that I already had.

    Napkins with trees

    There is a story behind the napkins. I found and purchased one of these napkins last year because I thought they'd go with the Balsam Lane pattern. I sent Leo on a mission to find more while he was on a golf trip to Myrtle Beach this fall. 

    Just imagine the ribbing that he got from the guys when he told them that he needed to stop at the store to see if they had more napkins. 

    A little ribbing didn't stop him from making his baby back home happy! 

    But they didn't have the napkins in stock but I eventually found them on the Wayfair website. 

    Lenox balsam lane tablescape

    The tree-shaped napkin rings are vintage wooden ones that I found on eBay.

    Green mercury glass centerpiece

    In keeping with the tree theme, I loaded up the server in the background with more trees.

    Blue and green christmas trees on server

    Another faux garland with lambs' ear on top of it was added to the grouping of trees.

    Ornament tree

    You may remember that I made the ornament trees last year to go on the mantel to match my ornament garland.

    Blue ruffled table runner

    And the blue ruffled table runner was made last year, too. 

    Old wooden dividers in dining room

    Our dining room has two wooden dividers that separate the dining area from the living area. To decorate the top, I used an old wreath and placed a glass candle holder down inside. 

    Lighted trees in glass candle holder

    I placed a lighted tree down inside the candle holder along with a little fake snow. 

    Lighted tree in glass candle holder surrounded by a wreath

    Here's the one on the other divider. 

    Pine cupboard with balsam lane displayed

    What I love about the Balsam Lane china is that the colors blend with some other pieces that I already had. 

    The green felt garland is from a shop in Summerville, SC called Cotton Down South. It can be ordered on their website. 

    More trees can be found on top of the pine cupboard. 

    Balsam lane tablescape

    I just love the mix of the blues and greens in the Balsam Lane holiday china. It goes well with the same colors that I'm using in our living area. There is something new in this photo which you may spot if you're a regular reader of our blog!

    I'll get it all photographed soon so that you can see our living area and Christmas tree from the other side. 

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    1. Jean

      December 27, 2019 at 7:11 pm

      The tablescape is so pretty. The green and blue really ties your living and dining room together perfectly. I especially love the Christmas trees you made last year with Christmas balls in green, blue and white. Your green crystal stemware looks so nice with the China tableware. Really nice job Jane. Jean

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    2. Cookie eddings

      December 11, 2019 at 11:56 pm

      Jane, I LOVE your beautiful tablescape! It's the prettiest one that I've seen on the blogs that I visit. The green trees are just wonderful.
      About the green glasses--my Granny had these in her china cabinet which I have loved since I was a little girl. When she passed away 34 years ago I somehow failed to get them & I've been so sad ever since because I let them slip away. I saw that the glasses on your table are like my Granny's glasses that I missed. Would you please ask your sister-in-law if she knows where I could get them? I'd appreciate your help.

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      • Jane Windham

        December 12, 2019 at 7:32 am

        My SIL has collected boopie glasses for a while. I have seen some at an antique store in Florence, SC recently and on eBay. Good luck in your quest to find some.

        Reply
    3. Pamela

      December 11, 2019 at 6:36 pm

      Jane love that pattern! Your dining room looks beautiful and has me wanting to finish mine.

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      • Jane Windham

        December 12, 2019 at 7:33 am

        Thanks so much Pamela! I have other areas that are not finished!

        Reply
    4. Kathie

      December 11, 2019 at 4:51 pm

      I think the color of Green you used looks Beautiful in your Home. Like those Lanterns on top of your hutch also.

      Reply
      • Jane Windham

        December 12, 2019 at 7:34 am

        Gosh! I forgot to mention those. They are from JoAnn's.

        Reply
    5. Robyn

      December 11, 2019 at 1:02 pm

      I love your table and all the pretty trees! It is perfect to carry you through January!!! The blue and green is gorgeous together! Love your home! merry Christmas!

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      • Jane Windham

        December 12, 2019 at 7:35 am

        Thanks Robyn! I won't be in any hurry to put them away!

        Reply
    6. Jo Johnston

      December 11, 2019 at 12:30 pm

      Lovely! I'm sure all your guests will enjoy such a beautifully decorated home!

      Reply
      • Jane Windham

        December 12, 2019 at 7:35 am

        Thanks Jo! We always have our big family gathering Christmas Eve.

        Reply
    7. MARISA WAID

      December 11, 2019 at 12:29 pm

      Where did you get the Lamb's ear garland? Everything looks beautiful.

      Reply
      • Jane Windham

        December 12, 2019 at 7:36 am

        Marisa, I found the lambs' ear garland at Hobby Lobby.

        Reply
    8. Jenna

      December 11, 2019 at 10:23 am

      This is adorable Jane! And so different! I love all the little trees, and you could use this all winter long! Your husband obviously understands how seriously we take our tablescaping 😂 Have a Merry Holiday Season!

      Reply
      • Jane Windham

        December 12, 2019 at 7:37 am

        Oh yes! Leo is a jewel!

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    9. Stacey

      December 11, 2019 at 10:06 am

      Oh my goodness, this is so pretty I wish you hadn't even shown me! LOL

      The colors are fantastic in your home (and would be in mine too). Keep collecting girl!

      Reply
      • Jane Windham

        December 12, 2019 at 7:37 am

        I Knew you'd love this pattern, Stacey!

        Reply
    10. Kris @ Junk Chic Cottage

      December 11, 2019 at 9:44 am

      Jane I love it all. Your home looks so cozy and pretty for Christmas. I love love love those dishes. The hutch is styled so pretty. Happy Wednesday. Enjoy your pretty home.
      Hugs,
      Kris

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      • Jane Windham

        December 12, 2019 at 7:38 am

        Thanks a bunch, Kris! I need to hop over and see yours, too!

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    11. Nancie

      December 11, 2019 at 8:26 am

      I love your Balsam Lane China, Jane! The blues and greens would be perfect with my coastal home. I keep coming back to look at your tablescape and your beautiful Christmas decor. I definitely need to purchase the China. I hope it’s not out of stock. Thanks for the inspiration!

      Reply
    12. Francis Moore

      December 11, 2019 at 8:24 am

      I love all the blues and greens which is a step away from the traditional red and green. The china is so pretty. I have the red and green winterberry which I don't use anymore. As I have gotten older it is a chore to decorate, but I finally managed to get the tree up and decorated, my village out, and my carolers ready to sing. Your home is so beautiful and warm.

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      • Jane Windham

        December 12, 2019 at 7:39 am

        Thanks so much Francis! That is a true compliment and I wish you a Merry Christmas!

        Reply
    13. Mary Bowen

      December 11, 2019 at 8:08 am

      I love all of it! My favorite color is green and you have taken that color and made a beautiful Christmas decor. Sometimes it’s a struggle if you don’t want the usual red for Christmas.
      Just simply beautiful!
      Merry Christmas 🎄

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      • Jane Windham

        December 12, 2019 at 7:40 am

        It is tricky when decorating with blue!

        Reply
    14. Gail

      December 11, 2019 at 8:00 am

      Jane, it’s all beautiful! We’ve come a long way in decorating since the cedar trees of our childhood!

      Reply
      • Jane Windham

        December 12, 2019 at 7:43 am

        Gail, I have beautiful memories of going out into the woods with my dad and finding the just right Cedar tree!

        Reply
    15. Mary

      December 11, 2019 at 7:40 am

      Gorgeous Jane! Everything is so merry and bright without the traditional red and perfect to span the winter season! I especially love how you styled your hutch!!

      Reply
      • Jane Windham

        December 12, 2019 at 7:43 am

        Thanks so much Mary! I take lessons from you!

        Reply
    16. Sherry

      December 10, 2019 at 8:36 pm

      I love it all!!!

      Reply
      • Jane Windham

        December 12, 2019 at 7:44 am

        Thanks a bunch Sherry!

        Reply

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