Although the holiday season is supposed to be a time of peace, we often find ourselves far from it with a multitude of things to cross off our shopping and to-do lists. I {Jessica from Pen N’ Paperflowers Studio & Design} set out to create a “peaceful” dessert table that would be reflective of my hopes for “Unlocking the Warmth of the Holiday Season”.
I wanted this table to convey a sense of home, tranquility and a quiet place of refuge – all while showcasing the rich traditions reflective of the season. Incorporating french-vintage elements and using “key” decor to play off of the idea of “unlocking” the holiday warmth theme, added the magical touch I was wishing for!
A soft, creamy white color palette was brought to life through the use of tea-stained paper doilies, ivory yarn, lace doily ribbons and shredded vintage paper. The unique handmade french-vintage design elements from Cloth & Patina were an integral part of the the decor.
Custom Designed cookies and petit fours from Bee’s Knees Creative were gorgeous accents to the white chocolate key-adorned cupcakes displayed on The Pastry Pedestal™. White Hot Chocolate served in doily-wrapped shot glasses proved to be such a simple, beautiful presentation.
Keep reading for more lovely images below…Perhaps you’ll find your your heart rate and blood pressure lowered after all of the hustle and bustle you may be recuperating from – or unfortunately gearing up for! This color palette and theme is classic & neutral – which means it’d be gorgeous any time of the year for a bridal shower, baby shower or even an anniversary celebration.
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VENDOR CREDITS:
– Styling: Pen N’ Paperflowers Studio & Design
– Lucite Cupcake Stands: The Pastry Pedestal™
– Printable Placecards: Pen N’ Paperflowers Studio & Design
– Vintage Bottles: Cloth & Patina
– Vintage Key Placecard Holders: Cloth & Patina
– Burlap Favor Bags: Cloth & Patina
– Repurposed Vintage Funnel: Cloth & Patina
– Custom Sugar Cookies: Bee’s Knees Creative
– Custom Petit Fours: Bee’s Knees Creative
– Cupcakes: Pen N’ Paperflowers Studio & Design
– Chocolate Truffles – Truly Scrumptious
– Chocolate Key Mold – Amazon.com
– Photography: Pen N’ Paperflowers Studio & Design
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This is the prettiest display I’ve ever seen… I LOVE it!! Seriously, everything about this is just gorgeous. Fabulous job, Jessica!
Thank you Laurie…completely flattered by your comments!!
This is gorgeous!!!! How come I can’t pin it on Pinterest?!?!?!?
Hi Noahla – I was able to pin one of the images just now using the “Pin It” bookmarklet… maybe try again?
LOVE LOVE LOVE this!!!!! I have felt the same thing this year and did the same color scheme and it is REALLY peaceful. BEAUTIFUL WORK :)
Marcie…I’m so glad to know I’m not the only one searching for that feeling!! Thank you for your sweet comment!!
Simply gorgeous! Love everything about this, espcially the keys!
Thank you!! I loved the keys too – my favorite element!!! Those chocolate key molds were absolutely gorgeous and fabulous to work with.
WOW!!! Love this!!! Absolutely gorgeous!
This is so beautiful and so elegant love it
Such a serene setting; it exudes peace, tranquility and deliciousness!
Thank you Party Girl…that’s exactly what I was going for so I’m thrilled you felt it through the photos!!
BEAUTIFUL!! Jessica, you really did an amazing job!
Thank you Kori!! Even with all of the holiday “stuff” I have left to do…I actually REALLY feel at peace when I look at this decor. It was therapy for me to create this! *wink*
Thanks Wendy and Rowaida for taking a few moments to leave a comment. I’m thrilled you loved the turn out!! Happy Holidays!!
I love this use of cut up paper – very creative, simple and best of all, cheap!
LOVE everything about this – where is that amazing clock from?
I will dream about this beautiful table tonight. It’s absolutely stunning and I can’t stop smiling. Very well done!
I can’t get enough of this blog post. It is utterly breath taking!
I love absolutely everything about this dessert table, it’s just gorgeous!