2007 Beautiful Tables Showcase

Washed Ashore Designer

Kimberly Syverson

Professional Whimsical

This casual and whimsical seaside setting by Kimberly Syverson of Interior Impressions incorporates prized treasures discovered while beachcombing. Featuring a wide variety of colorful sea glass, driftwood, and unique shells this celebration of the sea creates a feeling of calm and serenity for your guests and family.

Marguerite Wesseler, a local photographer, used a young couple’s wedding photograph as inspiration for a table set for the enjoyment of an intimate, romantic meal between “Just the Two of Us”. She has used her Gold Buffet Royal gallery china, with coordinating wine glasses, and gold flatware. A silk arrangement and lamplight in the library sets the tone for this special occasion.

Season of New Beginnings

Designer Kate Johnson

Novice Seasonal/Holiday

“Spring forward” to a wonderful Easter season. Kate Johnson incorporates her hubby’s Ukrainian egg hobby (and his collection of other egg art forms) to add a plethora of color to this season of possibilities. Please be mindful-all eggs are real!

Style and Elegance

Designer Tina & Daniel Wade

Professional Contemporary

Designers Tina and Daniel Wade of African Motif have gathered antique and modern pieces during their European travels to coordinate with the Noritake “Chamberlain” china and German lead crystal.

Summer Lunch at “The Reddish

Patch”, 1913 Designer

Marva Pelander

Novice Formal

According to local historical newspaper articles and university memorabilia, young University of Puget Sound women of the early 1900’s frequently entertained classmates at luncheons to celebrate graduations, travel departures, and betrothals. Many such luncheons took place at “The Reddish Patch” – the summer home of student Mae Miranda Reddish and her mother. Designer Marva Pelander has combined her Haviland china and Waterford crystal to capture this moment in time.

Soul Sista Brunch, Bronx

NY Designer

Tina Clark

Novice Contemporary

Tina Clark, of New Yorker Hair Salon, has set her table for a lively gathering of good friends, good food, and even better conversation. A mix of everyday tableware is offset by a specially commissioned painting. Tina dedicates this table to her mother, Anna Williams.

Bird Watching Luncheon

Designer Barbara Curry

Karin Williamson

Novice Whimsical

Designers Barbara Curry and Karin Williamson agree there is no better way to end a morning of bird watching than to lunch upon bird-patterned plates from Z Gallerie set atop Mason’s English Ironstone chargers. Horn-handled flatware from Ballard Design and vintage goblets do our feathered friends proud.

Lavender & Lace: Tea With my Maiden Aunt

Designer Ciara Aylsworth

Linda Finkas

Novice Whimsical

Designers Ciara Aylsworth and Linda Finkas have created this whimsical using an eclectic assortment of china from England, Austria, Germany, and the U.S. It features collectible figure teapots, Fostoria stemware, and old hotel and train silver.

Double Happiness

Designer Linda Nyland

Novice Whimsical

Traditional Chinese blue and white porcelain sets the tone for this auspicious table setting, by Linda Nyland. Objects de vertu such as coral branches, eggshell porcelain cups, and a tea pot hand carved to resemble a flowering cherry tree grace a table that Fortune has surely smiled upon.

Disco Christmas Designers

Angela Ferguson Valerie Reeves

Novice Seasonal/Holiday

Designers Angela Ferguson and Valerie Reeves bring you back to the disco era by incorporating decorative trees, sparkly bulbs and neon linens into a table setting that invites you to dance. Groove into the night with this colorful cheery display.

Autumn Twilight Designer

Myrna Morey

Professional Formal

Interior Designer Myrna Morey presents her antique English dishes, “Cable” by Pinder Bourne 1862-1882, displayed on custom table linens. The table center is fresh fruit, flowers, and feathers in autumn jewel tones. Accompanied by stunning blown-glass candle sticks by Seattle Glass Artist Beth Fishman.

Autumn Brilliance

Designer May Chock

Novice Seasonal/Holiday

Autumn colors of red, yellow, and orange bring vivid brilliance, making this table sparkle in style. The splendor that is autumn in all it’s brilliance! Designer May Chock celebrates the season using table settings from various shops.

Sunday Dinner at Grandma’s

Designer Marcia Garrett

Novice Formal

When Designer Marcia Garrett was growing up, every special occasion was celebrated on this set of her Grandmother’s Haviland. The silver tea service was given to her grandparents on their wedding day in 1905. It rests on a tray given to her parents on their 25th wedding anniversary. The sterling – International’s “Spring Glory”, was a wedding present to her parents Grandma hand embroidered the napkins. This table is in honor of Marcia’s family.

Pine Forest Serenade Designer

Rachel Bowman

Novice Seasonal/Holiday

Rachel Bowman orchestrates Narumi “Shasta Pine” china in concert with Reed & Barton flatware, Lenox water glasses and Princesshouse wine glasses to stunning effect. Gold Chargers and a centerpiece by Rachel Anne Cole complete the ensemble.

The Producers Designer

Carlie Thomas

Novice Contemporary

This contemporary setting by Designer Carlie Thomas features Lenox “Opal Innocence” china and Gorham Sterling “King Edward”. A “behind the scenes” look at an evening with four famous movie producers enjoying good food and spirits invites you to eavesdrop on the glamorous conversation.

This formal setting by David Colegrove, Owner of Key Antiques, includes whimsical Dresden figures, elegant crown Staffordshire & Wedgwood’s “Ningpo” c. 1870s, and Reed & Barton “Francis 1st” crystal. Rich gold hues make us imagine sparkling chandeliers, swirling Viennese waltzes, flickering candlelight, champagne, and the merry laughter of people in their holiday best. We can almost see St. Nickolaus peering though the frosted window panes giving his nod of approval.

A Christmas Eve in Old

Vienna Designer

David Colegrove

Professional Formal

Best of Show

Summer Afternoon Designer

Debbie Newton Sierra Carlson

Professional Whimsical

Debbie Newton, Floral Design Instructor at Clover Park Technical college and Sierra Carlson, floral designer for Grassi’s, were inspired by a favorite Hanecy James quote: “Summer afternoon, the tow most beautiful words in the English language.” Floral Design students from the college created the rose arrangements to complement Debbie’s mother’s Royal Doulton “Old Country Roses” china. Accessories graciously provided by Grassi’s Florist.

Christmas Joy Designer

Karen L. Geisler

Novice Seasonal/Holiday

Karen Geisler has designed a table where friends may celebrate Christmas with gratitude and joyfulness. Set with Noritake “Metropolitan Platinum” china and Noritake “Vendome Platinum” crystal, the ensemble features a centerpiece by Yon’s Floral Design in DuPont.

Under the Tuscan Sun

Designer Andrea Moawad

Professional Whimsical

Andrea Moawad of Antiques and Interiors evokes the fabled Tuscan lifestyle with handmade ceramics that were acquired during her recent Italian sojourn and are decorated with an olive design. The centerpiece by Blitz & Co. Florist provides a finishing touch to this slice of ‘la dolce vita’.

The Chef’s Table

Designer Jennie Hannah Kathy Farr

Professional Whimsical

Coordinated by Jennie Hannah and Kathy Farr from Occasion’s Catering, this table incorporates an assortment of custom made pieces. The chefs are enjoying a convivial evening around the dining table savoring their favorite epicurean delights.

For the Audience of

One Designer

Cheri Warner Marguerite Yoshino Tish Brintenhose

Novice - Contemporary

Dedicated to the brave women who embrace dining alone. Using ruby dishes accented with gold charm and an assortment of pieces contributed by family and friends, Marguerite Yoshino of Java Fusion Coffee House in Tacoma, invites you to enjoy and cherish the moment.

Breakfast at Tiffany’s

Designers Gayle Orth

Maria Frederick

Professional Formal

The grace and elegance depicted in the iconic movie, Breakfast at Tiffany’s is brought to the table by Gayle Orth Catering and Maria Frederick of Weddings Northwest. A centerpiece of orchids is surrounded by antique Haviland Limoges “Silver Anniversary” china, Royal Albert “Old Country Roses” flatware, and Mikasa “Antique Lace” Crystal – all set atop a Robert Allen Fabric Collection table cloth.

Bird of Paradise Designer

Coco Tomlinson

Novice Formal

Coco Tomlinson of Northwest Women’s Ministry sets her table with tropical flair. The table setting features Lenox “Florida” china and Morgantown “Golf Ball” crystal (both discontinued in the 1930s), and Reed & Barton 1800 flatware.

I Dreamt of a Crystal Garden

Designer Treia Gallucci Shari Christian

Professional Whimsical

Treia Gallucci and Shari Christian invite you to enter into their magical dream. This otherworldly vision is set with Lenox “Autumn” china and Shari’s cascading centerpiece.

Casual Traditionality

Designer Travis Valbert

Professional Seasonal/Holiday

Red, green, and gold find relaxed expression in the hands of Travis Valbert, of Garden Sphere, LLC. A centerpiece with Christmas ornaments and cascading ribbons is paired with Evergreen “Holiday Glow” dinnerware and gold flatware.

Dining With the Stars Designer

Sherry Holbrook

Professional Contemporary

Sherry Holbrook of Dean Allen’s Catering has taken design cues from the Atelier “Party Time” china for her festive contemporary setting with a Blitz and Co. floral arrangement.

Midnight Rendezvous

Designer Irene Russo

Novice Contemporary

Coordinated by Irene Russo, this table incorporates Pfaltzgraff “Solstice” stoneware, Gorham “Lascala” sterling, Noritake “Sweet Swirl”, and Lenox “Venetian Lace” stemware. A single stem of corokia completes this contemporary setting.

Be the Rose

If good food is the passageway to a person’s heart, then feeding oneself should nourish the process of discovering clarity. The beautiful eternal garden. Designer Jeretha of Jeretha Marbury Inc., Business Brokerage combines pieces from Oneida to create this table setting. Alex C. Page completes the setting with a lovely centerpiece.

Designer Alex Page

Jeretha Marbury

Professional Contemporary