Last spring I was so very fortunate to be able to share with you a tablescape I put together based on the wonderful book The Secrets of Pistoulet by Jana Kaplan. The book's beautiful illustrations by graphic designer and photographer Mary Tiegreen were adapted by Pfaltzgraff to create a gorgeous collection of dinnerware called Pistoulet.
This year I was thrilled when the good folks at Pfaltzgraff asked me to create another tablescape using their breathtakingly vivid Villa della Luna collection. This collection is based on Kaplan's sequel to The Secrets of Pistoulet, the book
"Dancing with the Moon ~ A Story of Love at Villa della Luna".
Again Kaplan's fairy-tale was illustrated by Mary Tiegreen and published in 1997. In 2004 Pfaltzgraff adapted Tigreen's illustrations to design their Villa della Luna collection, so 2014 celebrates the tenth anniversary of this stunning dinnerware.
This time the journey of our heroine Mademoiselle J. brings her to The Villa della Luna, a magnificent seaside abode in Italy. As in Pistoulet, the Villa is an unexpectedly delightful place where Mademoiselle J. discovers her "true self" through both daily walks with her dogs and more encounters with enchanted recipes.
Pfatzgraff's Villa della Luna collection is superbly weighted and beautifully decorated with the bright colors of earthy Terra cotta orange, sunflower yellow, and deep Mediterranean blue.
I just adore these pedestal mugs, they seem to make what ever hot beverage I am drinking that much more special. These can hold a full 12 ounces of tea or coffee.
At The Villa della Luna one can experience the magic of wonderful delicacies such as The Minestrone of Memories and Reflection which unlocks memories of the past to help one to move on with their future. I can imagine this cheery soup bowl as the perfect vessel for such a culinary delight.
I love the bright and bold design of the dinner plate and how it contrasts with the lighter more delicate and somewhat whimsical pattern of the scalloped salad plate.
This beautifully designed sangria pitcher filled with tulips is the perfect centerpiece for my rustic Italian tablescape.
And since Kaplan's tale is one of love, I could't help but to add two chippy love birds to the table.
I absolutely love the idea of dining Al Fresco even if there still is a wee bit of snow on the ground.
At about 6:30 in the evening I went outside to break down my tablescape and this is what I saw ...
The gray stockade fence had been transformed into a glowing hue of spun gold in the light of the setting sun...almost as if by magic!
I can't help but to think that possibly the enchantment of The Villa della Luna may have had something to do with this beautiful metamorphosis.
To be whisked over to Pfaltgraff and view more of the Villa della Luna anniversary collection, just click here.
Now onto the giveaway!!!!
Now onto the giveaway!!!!
Yes I did say giveaway!!!
It has been ten years since Pfaltzgraff first launched this fabulous collection of dinnerware, and to celebrate the anniversary they are offering this wonderful giveaway.
One of my lucky readers will win a table setting for 4 including the gorgeous anniversary sangria picture.
So there are a few ways you can enter this giveaway, just be sure to leave a separate comment for each entry.
1. Like and subscribe to Pfaltzgraff's Facebook page. To take this step click here. Then come back and leave me a comment you did so.
2. Leave a comment on this post or on Pfaltgraff's Facebook page about my table setting. If you comment on Pfaltzgraff's Facebook page come back and leave a comment that you did so here.
3. Blog or post a blurb to your Facebook page about the giveaway with a link back to the giveaway and/or add the giveaway button below to your blog's sidebar. Leave a comment that you did so on this post.
And Finally...
4. This is sooooo optional, but if you would like to follow 21 Rosemary Lane as a new follower, it would be wonderful. Just let me know in a comment that you are new or if you are already a follower, so another entry is added for the giveaway!
And that's it!
Remember each comment is one entry so you have up to four chances to win this Pfabulous Pfaltzgraff dinnerware! The giveaway begins today and will be open until midnight Saturday April 5th. A winner will be drawn on Sunday April 6th and the winner's name will be announced in a post that same day.
Best of luck to all who enter and wishing you all a pfantastic week!
XO
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Love these gorgeous dishes. What fun colors. They would brighten any event.
ReplyDeleteLove these gorgeous dishes. What fun colors. They would brighten any event.
ReplyDeleteLove this dinnerware. Posted on Pfaltzgraffs facebook page. I left the link on my FB page. Subscribed to Pfaltzgraff on fb.I am not new subscriber.
ReplyDeleteBarbara,
ReplyDeleteI am a follower of your blog, love it. I liked Pfaltzgraff on Facebook and left a post. I would love to win the Villa Della Luna dishes or pitcher.
Barbara
Beautiful collection! I don't want to enter, as I'm packing to move, and having to leave dishes behind. I have the Pistoulet from Pfalzgraff they sent me last fall.
ReplyDeleteBrenda
Pfaltzgraff offers quality dinnerware. I've used their products for years. And since I'm not on FaceBook this will have to be my entry. I'm a new follower. ~:)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! I want want want. :) I've liked and subscribed!
ReplyDeleteI have posted on my facebook too! I wanna win win win. :)
ReplyDeleteI am a follower on fb and blog.
ReplyDeletePosted a link and the following comment to my Facebook page (I have collected Pfaltzgraff for years and have many pieces of the old 'Folk Art' pattern!):
ReplyDeleteAhh.... I love this and want it!
Signed, a Pfaltzgraff addict. :)
Beautiful work Barbara, as always!
Jean Nunes Tovern
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I am a follower of your blog & on Facebook. I liked Pfaltzgraff on Facebook. I love the picture of your place setting with the tulips in the pitcher. I would love to win the Villa Della Luna dishes.
ReplyDeleteI am a follower of your blog & Facebook. I liked Pfaltzgraff on Facebook. Love your place setting with the tulips in the pitcher. I would love to win the Villa Della Luna dishes.
ReplyDeleteI've been a happy follower of your blog for a while now!
ReplyDeleteI've already liked Pfaltzgraff's facebook page!
ReplyDeleteThe tulips in the pitcher just make the whole setting, love the blue!
ReplyDeleteI am a very happy email follower of you! That pattern is gorgeous! Thanks for the chance! ;)
ReplyDeleteLove the tulips, they look very pretty in the pitcher. Vivid colors!
ReplyDeleteIf this set does not wake you up in the morning then nothing wil! It screams vivaciousness! I am a devoted follower and thanks for offering the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful set so full of vibrant colors! I hope I win. The set would look lovely on my summer patio. Thank.you for the give away. I have been a devoted follower.
ReplyDeleteIf this set does not wake you up in the morning then nothing wil! It screams vivaciousness! I am a devoted follower and thanks for offering the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI "like" the FB Pfaltzgraff page.
ReplyDeleteI follow your blog and love what I see each time!
ReplyDeleteI love the place settings! The dishes remind me of a vacation in Malaga, Spain about 20 years ago .......how they bring back lovely memories!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful placesetting & table linens!
ReplyDeleteJust added the button to my blog here: http://sally-drinkingfrommysaucer.blogspot.com/
ReplyDeleteI already "follow" you in my Digg Reader, but also just followed via Linky Followers. Love your blog!
ReplyDeleteHello! I just subscribed by email to follow your blog! And just in time to hopefully win this beautiful collection! Fingers crossed! Michelle at hollands4him@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteI'm already a subscriber to your blog and love your beautiful and inspiring posts! I especially enjoyed your Al Fresco pictures with this Pfaltzgraff collection. I Liked the Pfaltzgraff FB page and added your giveaway button to my blog's sidebar at: www.grohinguptogether.com and will promote it on my FB page as well. Thanks for the opportunity to be involved in this giveaway. This set would match my dining room so perfectly :)
ReplyDeleteI love the new dishes. I liked the Pfaltzgraff FB
ReplyDeletepage. Thank you for the giveaway
Barbara, the table setting is perfect for alfresco dining. Love all the bright colors! I would use these dishes on our terrace morning, noon, and night. What a fabulous giveaway. Thanks for including me.
ReplyDeleteI've been to Pfaltzgraff's FB page, liked and left a comment. Thanks again!
I left a comment on Pfalzgraff FB about your pretty table. I smiled that you are eager to dine alfresco even with a touch of snow on the ground. Your table is full of color. Makes me happy to see those tulips in that gorgeous pitcher, and your tablecloth is gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteBack to say that I added your giveaway button to my sidebar. Thanks again.
ReplyDeleteI'm a new follower and look forward to following along with this beautiful blog.
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning tablescape - I love the blue's they are so pretty. Pfaltzgroff always has such lovely dishes and silverware.
ReplyDeletePlease enter my name into the drawing.
Have a wonderful Sunday.
Mary
Okay- Barbara! You KNOW I can't resist these dishes. I hardly ever sign up for giveaways because I feel like I have been so blessed by so much...but ...Oh! Those dishes are calling my name. I am a follower-you know I would follow you to the moon and back! There is Entry #1 for me!
ReplyDeleteEntry #2- I LIKED Pfaltzgraff's Facebook page!
ReplyDeleteEntry #3- I left a comment on Pfaltzgraff's Facebook page about your blog and table setting. I actually left two because I left one before I knew to put your name on it- duh....
ReplyDeleteAs for Entry #4-Well, I gotta work on figuring out how to get that linky thing on my blog...I'll be back when/if I figure THAT out! lol xoDiana
ReplyDeleteHave a great Sunday!
I'm a new facebook fan Barbara and I have to say I love all your gorgeous photos here on your blog. I'm looking forward to hanging out and seeing so much more. Thank you for a lovely giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI just left a comment about your beautiful table display over at Pfaltzgraff here's the link: https://www.facebook.com/Pfaltzgraffdinnerware/posts/10152345244798103?stream_ref=10
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I'm following Pfaltzgraffdinnerware on fb.
ReplyDeleteI just shared your giveaway on my fb page here: https://www.facebook.com/tracysuzanned/posts/836808516345085?stream_ref=10
ReplyDeleteOf course I'm getting in on the giveaway! what beautiful colors. I also went to their facebook page and liked it..I will also be listing the giveaway on my page. I think these dishes are the prettiest ones I've seen since living in New Mexico!!!
ReplyDeleteHi, I also posted the blog link on my facebook page. So I think I managed to get all four chances in!!!
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful! My favorite colors! i already follow the blog and liked FB and left a comment. Thank you for such lovely pictures!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful colors!
ReplyDeleteAm already a follower!
Liked the FB page!
commented on FB page
I left a comment on the Pfaltzgraff facebook page linking back here. Thanks for the beautiful blog posts and for the contest! You have inspired me to make buffalo check curtains for my kitchen :)
ReplyDeleteJean Nunes Tovern
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I'm already a follower of your blog, but would love to be entered in the Phaltzgraph give away. I'm on a dish-buying freeze, but they can be a gift! Thanks for sharing the beautiful tableware.
ReplyDeleteCindy at cinandkin@comcast.net
Like on facebook as Rachel Crisman!!!!!YAY!!!
ReplyDeleteleft a comment the facebook page too!
ReplyDeleteLove this set of dishes , and the way you used them on your table ! They are gorgeous !
ReplyDeletehttps://www.facebook.com/jackson.crisman.9/posts/284267375064726?stream_ref=10
ReplyDeletefacebook shared. THANKS so much! rachelcartucci(at)gmail(dot)com
I like Pfaltzgraff on facebook
ReplyDeleteI shared your post on my Facebook page
ReplyDeleteYou did a beautiful job showcasing these dishes, Barbara. xo
ReplyDeleteSangria at sunset, here I come!
ReplyDeleteBeth D.
Love, love, love these. Your table setting photos are amazing!
ReplyDeleteKaren B
I liked and signed up for Pfalzgraff's Facebook page. Thanks for the chance to win!!
ReplyDeleteLove your cheerful table settings!! Lovely!!
ReplyDeleteI liked Pfalzgraff's fb page.
ReplyDeleteYour tablesetting is so bright and cheery, would look great on my table. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty!
ReplyDeleteGreat to have you at Seasonal Sundays.
- Alma, The Tablescaper
I follow Pfaltzgraff on Facebook
ReplyDeleteI can say I love the table setting and how well the colours go together. Perfect!
ReplyDeleteand of course I follower of your blog through email
ReplyDeleteLovely, I particularly love the end of day picture! And those pottery colors are mine. Thanks for the opportunity.
ReplyDeleteCongrats Barb! You did a beautiful job!
ReplyDeleteMare (Mirabella)
I love your photos with the dishes in everyday settings - using nature to compliment the vibrant colors of the dinnerware! Villa del Luna is my new favorite - even though it is 10 years old - I so enjoy using the pieces I collected from a 2nd hand store!!! So would be very excited to have a complete set of dinnerware to grace my table....
ReplyDeleteAlso, I am already a fb fan of the Pfaltzgraff page. Love their dinnerware. Have the winterberry pattern and ocean breeze. Thank you for sponsoring this contest.... fingers crossed :-)
ReplyDeletelove the way you've set up these beautiful dishes thanks for sharing visiting from coastal charm have a great day
ReplyDeleteLiked Pfaltzgraffs FB page!
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ReplyDeleteI liked and subscribed to Pfaltzgraff's page!
MeganKC
Entry #2:
ReplyDeleteI commented on your tablescape on the Pfaltzgraff's page:
I Love the look of Barbara's outdoor tablescape. These are the perfect al fresco dishes!
You really did a nice job -
MeganKC
I love the table photo, also, liked the Pfaltzgraff page on fb. Thank you for the opportunity! Selma J.
ReplyDeleteI already liked and subscribed to Pfaltzgraff facebook page.
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Love the tablescape and the colors are beautiful. I have Winterberry, and would really love to win this set. It is gorgeous!!
ReplyDeleteBrenda D
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Also commented on tablescape on Pfaltzgraff's page. Love this
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I am a new follower to your blog!
ReplyDeleteBrenda D
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I just love this set! It will be perfect for the spring and summer settings! I'm a follower of your blog via email for awhile. Fingers are crossed! :)
ReplyDeleteI liked pfaltzgraff on Facebook also.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous dishes!!! Specially the pretty pitcher with the tulips, awesome! Thank you for the giveaway chance, wow! I will be liking it on FB too. Have a lovely week.
ReplyDeleteFABBY
I also placed the Faltgraff button on my sidebar. Thanks again!
ReplyDeleteFABBY
Beautiful china...the stemware and tablecloth look perfect with it!
ReplyDeleteReminds me of of the sun-splashed village of Sorrento. Thanks for sharing these beauties!
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ReplyDeleteI'm a new follower
ReplyDeleteBeautiful table setting!
ReplyDeleteLove your table setting, the dishes are so pretty. Great giveaway!! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI have liked pfaltzgraff
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I have liked pfaltzgraff's FB page.
ReplyDeleteI have signed up to receive Pfaltzgraff notifications.
ReplyDeleteI am a follower of 21 Rosemary Lane.
ReplyDeleteI have left a comment on Pfaltzgraff FB page regarding your tablescape!!
ReplyDeleteGORGEOUS dishes!! I would love to have you join me for my Centerpiece Wednesday linky party and share this post with us. Come on over http://thestylesisters.blogspot.com/2014/04/centerpiece-wednesday-cool-blues-with.html
ReplyDeleteKarin
Beautiful dishes, anyone would be lucky to own them. I 'liked' them on Facebook!
ReplyDeleteLisa
Wow! Loved and pinned your gorgeous tablescape and posted to my facebook. They would look so pretty in my Tuscan themed home. I was wishing I had brought some dishes home from Italy, but these are even prettier!
ReplyDeleteJoan Higgs Patzer
I follow via email! Love the dishes of course. Xo
ReplyDeleteBeautiful table setting...glorious sunshine. Even here in Texas we haven't had an overload of sunshine lately....it must have been magic ;^)
ReplyDeleteI'm in love with the dishes too.
Blessings,
J
I entered earlier but since this is my first time entering a giveaway I didn't do it correctly. Instead of leaving a comment all 4 times, I just listed the places I entered in one comment, so I'm leaving another comment here to say that. *sorry* I'll do it right next time ;)
ReplyDeleteI liked Pfaltzgraff on Facebook.
ReplyDeleteLove the tulips in the pitcher.
ReplyDeleteI follow you on Bloglovin'.
ReplyDeleteLove all the beautiful colors & different shapes of the dishes. Your table setting was Fantastic! I liked & Joined. Judy Oddo
ReplyDeleteLiked and subscribed to pfaltzgraffs page.
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ReplyDeletePosted.to my facebook page.
ReplyDeleteAlthough Ive followed 21 rosemary lane for awhile, I believe I'm now an official new "follower"!
ReplyDeleteI liked Pfaltzgraff on facebook - username is Reagan Caleb
ReplyDeleteI love the table setting because it is so colorful.The blue in the table cloth brings out the blue in the dinnerware.I love the bird figurines on the table.They're so cute.
ReplyDeleteI am a new follower of yours on G+ - username is Carla Shiver and a follower on pinterest - username is crossstitch1978
ReplyDeleteOh how absolutely beautiful this is and your table setting is so lovely.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful table setting...would love it for my new house.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful I am totally in love with it and matches my kitchen and my 1970 sink!
ReplyDeleteThanks for this great blog-May God Bless!
Judy V.
I love your Pfaltzgraff table setting and liked it on Facebook. The photo shoot was wonderful with the setting sun. I have loved Pfaltzgraff forever! This pattern would be delightful to have!
ReplyDeleteI am a new follower and just love your blog! My friend and I love tea also and enjoy tablescapes. Your table outside in the setting sun is just gorgeous. Great job. Can't wait to see what the future brings. I'm enjoying going back through your blog and seeing all the great ideas you've shared. Thanks!
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ReplyDeleteHeather C, I'm new to your blog, but plan to join, your 6:30 shot of the table was truely magical and I love this pattern from Pfalzgraff, have white Pfalzgraff and these would add some color.
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