Thursday, February 10, 2011

donuts and carnations [a valentine's day centerpiece]

i've seen so many dessert tables using these irresistible powdered sugar donuts and since we're in the midst of some freezing temperatures here in houston, i couldn't help but set up a valentine's day table centerpiece that you can easily create in your own home using some of your available vases, inexpensive flowers, cakestands and tucked away goodies in your pantry! 

i played around with my camera and came up with i hope a lovely tablescape that will inspire your upcoming valentine's day plans at home.





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my husband is going to be annoyed with me.
he will have to finish off those donuts (and he's trying to eat healthy)!


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28 comments:

  1. ColleenFebruary 10, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    Love, love, love this! So pretty and sweet! I love the carnations in the mercury glass vases. That's totally my style!

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  2. ColleenFebruary 10, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    Love, love, love this! So pretty and sweet! I love the carnations in the mercury glass vases. That's totally my style!

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  3. soniaFebruary 10, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    I love this! It's so girlie!

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  4. Abby M. InteriorsFebruary 10, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    This is fantastic! I love how you used such simple items to create such a sweet table!
    abby

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  5. LeleFebruary 10, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    ohhh those donuts are so sinful! ang donut dito sprinkle lang ang sugar...over there it's like dunked...hehehehe

    RG

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  6. SandiFebruary 10, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    pretty! love those cake stands and the pink mercury glass!

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  7. Melissa CFebruary 10, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    Very pretty!
    Love the candle holders, very classy.

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  8. The Cabby CrafterFebruary 10, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    This is so pretty and dainty. Nice work on those photos. Good luck on those yummy sweeties.

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  9. Gabby MalcuitFebruary 10, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    Ooh. Cute! I love the colors.

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  10. LeslieFebruary 10, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    This is just so pretty! And I'm totally in love with those cake stands! You'd better be glad I don't live in Houston, otherwise I'd be likely to swipe them from you!

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  11. Christi Bennett @ pisforpartyFebruary 10, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    This is so pretty and is making me hungry! =)

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  12. AnonymousFebruary 10, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    lovely..love those pink flowers and vases.. cordlili

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  13. Frog Prince PaperieFebruary 10, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    So lovely! The artful arrangement so airy and perfect - love the use of everyday things to make something spectacular!

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  14. cayceeFebruary 10, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    Beautiful!!! If I was there I would totally help you finish those doughnuts!

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  15. Rachie @ A Chi Chi AffairFebruary 10, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    You have such a great eye - this is super gorgeous. Love the carnations and those tea light holders and the doughnuts looks so soft and pretty!
    Rachie xo

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  16. ALRFebruary 10, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    Really cute! Now I want some doughnuts!

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  17. youwannawhatFebruary 10, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    lol...maybe your husband won't mind since it made such a beautiful display...!

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  18. UnknownFebruary 10, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    Are you kidding me? I am LOVING this. The little mercury glass vases are so darn cute. The whole thing. Might have to incorporate for my tea party some how. Cupcakes and donuts . . parents will kill me. DARLING

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  19. RaeFebruary 10, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    Valentines without the traditional red - likey!

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  20. Iris {Sweet Metel Moments}February 11, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    This is so pretty! Wish we could help you eat those yummy donuts! My son loves powdered donuts!

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  21. AlelyFebruary 11, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    oh, my goodness! great blog eye candy! beautiful photos! so glad i stumbled upon your blog. i'm your newest follower and i can't wait to read more of your blog!

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  22. Natalie {Designer Bags and Dirty Diapers}February 11, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    Lili, that is a gorgeous tablescape! I wish I could come over and eat those doughnuts! Have a wonderful weekend!

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  23. Christine {Pure Joy}February 11, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    It's hard to beat powdered donuts with marshallows!

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  24. emilyFebruary 12, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    Gorgeous! Almost too pretty to eat! But I am sure I would have to eat a donut or two! :)

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  25. Annette {One Perfect Room}February 13, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    Beautiful and yummy! Great job!

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  26. Maude LynnFebruary 13, 2011 at 4:35 PM

    So pretty! I never would have thought of that!

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  27. jackie foFebruary 15, 2011 at 6:18 AM

    This is sooooooo pretty! I love the pink votives with the crystals!

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  28. Michelle @ Ten JuneFebruary 15, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous! Those carnations are just so simple and sweet. I'll come share the donuts with you! :) Yum!

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