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> On Jul 31, 4:29 pm, "elaine" > wrote:
>> I've been looking for over a year for a tablecloth that might match the
>> colours in my kitchen. Today I found placemats.
>>
>> I could set the table except no-one is coming for supper so it seems
>> silly
>> to pretend with silverware, wine glasses;
>>
>> I would love any suggestions to make this look cheerier.
>>
>> http://tinypic.com/view.php?pic=5xgluz4
>
> Thanks for the picture.... I can barely see your print, but I think
> you have taken your inspiration from that! The FIRST THING you need
> to do is find a table cloth to go underneath those placemats.
>
> If I was to go purely by your table/chairs - I would have suggested a
> blue & white motif, but you've chosen to go with more vibrant colors.
> So, use contemporary prints for your napkins and seat cushions. Of
> course, everyone has suggested flowers - which is a no brainer (I see
> poppies, in your print which would also be dynamite on the table too),
> and find some vibrant colors for your vases. If you're into
> collecting or not, look for Fiesta Ware pottery (like a water pitcher,
> tea pot or a jumbo cup & saucer).... they sell modern versions of it
> for less at restaurant supply stores. I'd also do a chair rail on
> the wall and paint broad stripes (probably in a subtile two tone
> green) under it for added distinction.
>
> BTW: silk flowers aren't what they used to be. I have silk orchids
> that you have to touch to know they aren't real.
>
Thanks everyone - all excellent suggestions.

What do you mean by a chair rail on the wall??

e.