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in Entertaining· Home Decor· Summer

A Late Summer Candlelight Tablescape on the Deck

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There’s nothing better than a late summer evening out on the deck, and a tablescape with candlelight and fresh cut flowers from the garden.

A late summer candlelight tablescape on the deck

Late Summer Tablescape Features

You’re in for a treat my friend! My four fabulous friends and I are sharing our late summer tablescapes, with one last hurrah for summer. Make sure to check out these amazing bloggers at the end of my post for much more inspiration than you can even imagine.

A late summer candlelight tablescape on the deck

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When creating this late summer tablescape, it was more about the perfect lighting, fresh cut flowers and outdoor view for me, rather than the dinnerware.

A late summer candlelight tablescape on the deck
Fresh cut flowers in a vase on table

The Centerpiece

The dahlias, zinnias, cosmos and bee balm were all freshly cut from my flower garden. I decided on a larger arrangement for the center of the table, with smaller glass bottles surrounding it. Tea light candles give the table that extra special touch.

Small glass bottles with fresh cut flowers in them and candles on table.
Small glass bottles with fresh cut flowers in them and candles on table.

Inspiration

I’m always been inspired by all the gorgeous tablescapes I see on Pinterest and Instagram with the most amazing outdoor settings. I really can’t believe it took me so long to pull a table like this together before now. This is my first attempt. At least I did it before the end of the season!

Small glass bottles with fresh cut flowers in them and candles on table.
A late summer candlelight tablescape on the deck
A late summer candlelight tablescape on the deck

Sources

  • White Dinner Plates: Home Goods
  • Floral Salad Plates: The Pioneer Woman
  • Rattan Chargers: Pier 1
  • Cloth Napkins: Pottery Barn
Fresh cut flowers and candles on table.
Fresh cut flowers and candles on table, overlooking the waterview
Fresh cut flowers and candles on table, overlooking the waterview

Nature as the Backdrop

I couldn’t have planned the gorgeous pink streaked sky and glimmering water any better on this late summer evening. I couldn’t tell you why, but even the mosquitos stayed away!

A late summer candlelight tablescape on the deck
A late summer candlelight tablescape on the deck
Late summer evening with flowers and candlelight overlooking the Puget Sound.

It was a perfect late summer evening, with a candlelight tablescape on the deck. I’m not going to lie to you. After I took all the pictures, I cleared away two of the place settings and had a romantic dinner for two with my husband. My hope is to recreate this tablescape next summer for our friends. It will be so nice to entertain again. But until then, I’m ok hanging out with just my hubby and our pups!


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Comments

  1. Allison O'Dell says

    09/22/2020 at 6:01 am

    I love the simplicity and THE VIEW!! I kept peeking at your garden and shed. Beautiful all around. Thanks for sharing!

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    • Kim says

      09/23/2020 at 11:20 am

      Thank you so much Allison! It was fun to put this together!

      Reply
  2. Sandra @ Dinner at Eight says

    09/10/2020 at 5:41 pm

    Lovely flowers and a table to linger at….

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    • Kim says

      09/14/2020 at 12:19 pm

      Thank you so much Sandra!

      Reply
  3. Morgan says

    09/08/2020 at 8:20 am

    Such a beautiful tablescape and evening!

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    • Kim says

      09/09/2020 at 2:49 pm

      Thank you so much Morgan!

      Reply
  4. Linda says

    09/07/2020 at 8:53 am

    What a beautiful table and that view is gorgeous! Just subscribed.

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    • Kim says

      09/07/2020 at 11:39 pm

      Thank you Linda! I am so glad to have you here. I hope you had a wonderful holiday weekend.

      Reply
  5. Juliet says

    09/06/2020 at 5:31 pm

    Absolutely enchanting! That fabulous view, combined with your table setting … the flowers, the votives … oh my goodness. It’s breathtaking. xo

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    • Kim says

      09/07/2020 at 11:38 pm

      Thank you! I was actually really happy with it. I didn’t know that I could actually pull it off!

      Reply
  6. Marguerite says

    09/06/2020 at 12:03 pm

    Beautiful is the word for your tablescape Kim! And you know I have dahlia envy lol. Always enjoy your blog (and thanks for sharing some other scapes too; love the plaid thermos as I remember my parents having them when I was a kid. 🙂

    Reply
    • Kim says

      09/06/2020 at 4:32 pm

      Happy weekend Marguerite! My favorite blog posts are the ones where I can share what my friends are doing! They all did a beautiful job!

      Reply
  7. Laura says

    09/06/2020 at 4:42 am

    Hello Kim!
    I am so glad that I’m a subscriber to your emails. Your posts never cease to amaze and delight me! The tablescape that you have so artfully and beautifully arranged on your desk is gorgeous and so refreshing! Oh the colors! Your photography skill really captures everything perfectly.
    You always inspire me! Even thought I couldn’t possibly match your level of talent in decorating my home, I am still inspired. I even save your posts in a special folder in my email. They provide inspiration and a “welcome escape” from daily life.

    Thank you for continuing to post!
    Laura Coyne

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    • Kim says

      09/06/2020 at 4:38 pm

      Your incredibly thoughtful comments made my day! No, actually my month. It means so much to me when I hear that I have inspired someone. Everything I have learned about decorating has come from doing what you’re doing. I love going through magazines, and cutting my favorite pics out and adding them to my notebook! And I love searching for home decor and gardening accounts on Pinterest to continue finding new and creative things to do! Thank you again for your kindness.

      Reply
  8. Kristin says

    09/05/2020 at 11:39 am

    So magical! I love the string lights and the beautiful colors of your blooms!! All so pretty!

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    • Kim says

      09/05/2020 at 8:45 pm

      Thank you Kristin. I really appreciate it!

      Reply
  9. Paula@SweetPea says

    09/05/2020 at 5:41 am

    What a gorgeous table you set in a magical setting for an evening meal with friends. The dahlias you used on the table are so pretty. I like how you created a centerpiece with them and then added small containers of dahlias to either side.

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    • Kim says

      09/05/2020 at 8:44 pm

      Thank you Paula! The flowers definitely made the table!

      Reply
  10. Danielle says

    09/04/2020 at 8:27 pm

    Your views get me every time! They are just incredible! I have the same wicker vase, but it’s thrifted and someone painted it white. I’ve never seen another one, until yours. 🙂

    Reply
    • Kim says

      09/05/2020 at 8:43 pm

      Thank you Danielle! I think I bought mine new at a local store years ago. I do love it!

      Reply
  11. Sharon says

    09/04/2020 at 1:45 pm

    Beautiful! So much inspiration in this post!!

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    • Kim says

      09/04/2020 at 4:17 pm

      I really appreciate it. Thank you!

      Reply
  12. Jennifer says

    09/04/2020 at 7:55 am

    This is so gorgeous girl! I love you views and your lush landscaping.

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    • Kim says

      09/04/2020 at 4:34 pm

      You are so sweet. I really appreciate you visiting my blog Jennifer!

      Reply
  13. Andrea says

    09/04/2020 at 7:43 am

    I love the simplicity and it’s still stunning. Thanks for sharing!

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    • Kim says

      09/04/2020 at 4:39 pm

      Thank you Andrea. I really appreciate it.

      Reply
  14. Kim Waldorf says

    09/03/2020 at 6:50 pm

    What a beautiful table! The flowers are amazing and so is your blog!

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    • Kim says

      09/03/2020 at 11:50 pm

      I really appreciate that Kim! Thank you!

      Reply
  15. Barbara at Mantel and Table says

    09/03/2020 at 4:53 pm

    Oh Kim – this is SO beautiful!! Your flowers and the sky together are just heavenly! Your whole life is an inspiration to me – if your neighbors ever decide to sell their places, just let me know! 🤣

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    • Kim says

      09/03/2020 at 11:55 pm

      I would love to have you as a neighbor! My current neighbor doesn’t like my greenhouse! You will be the first one to know. Thank you for the compliment!

      Reply
  16. Diane says

    09/03/2020 at 1:02 pm

    Absolutely breathtaking! And you have quite the pull to have the sky match your tablescape.

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    • Kim says

      09/04/2020 at 4:38 pm

      I know, right? I worked really hard on that! 😂

      Reply
  17. Mary @ The Handcrafted Haven says

    09/03/2020 at 6:52 am

    Oh my goodness!! This is breathtaking! I’d love to sit out here and have a meal! What an amazing space to have.

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    • Kim says

      09/03/2020 at 9:54 am

      Thank you so much Mary!

      Reply
  18. Linda Johnston says

    09/03/2020 at 5:26 am

    So so pretty! What a view too. This is an easy to pull together table scape with big wow! The flowers are just perfect too.

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    • Kim says

      09/03/2020 at 9:58 am

      Thank you Linda. It was extremely easy! It’s amazing how much of a statement flowers make. You don’t need much more!

      Reply
  19. Carol Karl says

    09/02/2020 at 7:51 pm

    This looks so romantic. I love those Zinnias. I’m going to try and grow some this year.

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    • Kim says

      09/02/2020 at 9:31 pm

      Thank you Carol! I do love the zinnias and dahlias so much. I will be so sad when they are gone in a month or so.

      Reply
  20. Pam says

    09/02/2020 at 6:09 am

    This is just magic! I love coming here and escaping into this beautiful world!

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    • Kim says

      09/02/2020 at 10:50 am

      That is so sweet of you Pam. Thank you!

      Reply
  21. Linda Primmer says

    09/01/2020 at 3:53 pm

    Kim, what a lovely table. The flowers are so pretty and colorful. i adore the lighting. The candlelight is icing on the cake. Congrats on the magazine article. Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful table at Love Your Creativity.

    Reply
    • Kim says

      09/01/2020 at 9:49 pm

      Thank you so much Linda! I appreciate all your kind words. I hope you’re having a great week.

      Reply
  22. Ardith says

    08/31/2020 at 7:54 am

    Your tablescape and views are poetically and magically breathtaking, Kim. I’d say you have as much innate talent with tablescapes as you do with gardening. Thank you so much for sharing this truly serene moment with us. And congratulations on your wonderful magazine feature. Cheers, Ardith

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    • Kim says

      08/31/2020 at 10:23 am

      Thank you for the incredibly kind words Ardith. They mean so much and put a big smile on my face this Monday morning!

      Reply
  23. Debra Oliver says

    08/30/2020 at 3:53 pm

    so many beautiful elements. The candlelight and flowers are perfect, and of course the perfect setting and time of day. just lovely.

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    • Kim says

      08/31/2020 at 10:22 am

      Thank you Debra! I couldn’t have asked for a better night!

      Reply
  24. Ann says

    08/30/2020 at 3:11 pm

    Kim your views and table are just breathtaking my friend😍

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    • Kim says

      08/31/2020 at 10:21 am

      Thank you Ann! It’s always so fun doing these tablescape hops together!

      Reply
  25. Maristella says

    08/30/2020 at 6:48 am

    Magnificent!!!

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    • Kim says

      08/30/2020 at 9:06 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  26. Stacy says

    08/30/2020 at 5:42 am

    It looks GORGEOUS Kim!!!

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    • Kim says

      08/30/2020 at 9:06 am

      Thank You so much Stacy!

      Reply
  27. Rachel Harper says

    08/30/2020 at 3:48 am

    Kim
    This is just stunning! I love the view and your beautiful flowers. I hope we get to entertain again soon as well.
    So glad to be on this tour with you.
    Rachel

    Reply
    • Kim says

      08/30/2020 at 9:05 am

      Thank you Rachel. It has been a lonely summer without friends to entertain. This tour has been so fun!

      Reply

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