Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a table set for the birds and bees. Additionally, you’ll find table inspiration from 15 table stylists to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your sweetheart, family or friends.
I love creating a table or centerpiece to celebrate
the holidays, and Valentine’s Day is no exception!
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, I’m joining group of table stylists and bloggers
for a Valentine’s Day Tablescape Blog Hop.
You’ll find more Valentine table inspiration from 15 table stylists at the bottom of this post.
Join me at a table by the twinkling lights of our Winter Nesting Tree,
the perfect antidote for cold and gray winter days!
Our Winter Nesting Tree is a cheery way to extend the twinkle season and
brighten the house during the cold, gray months of January and February.
It’s decorated with bird ornaments, glittery nests, snowflakes, icy branches and pine cones.
You can see more of the ornaments and tree, HERE.
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I’m professing my love of the birds and the bees with a Valentine’s Day table!
Regular readers know I love all things *bee*,
including seeing them buzz and bumble around the garden!
A table runner with embroidered birds and hearts is layered over
winter white, cranberry and gray plaid throw,
providing a warm and cozy foundation for the table.
Bees are buzzing on Wallace Napoleon Bee flatware. . .
As well as on the table runner and in the flower arrangement and centerpiece.
A bird flew in for a little winter nesting in the arrangement,
joining buzzing bees.
The bees are actually
bee magnets, attached to a metal binder clip on top of
a bamboo skewer, tucked down in the arrangement among the blooms.
I gave the bees a 2-minute makeover, adding some silver highlights, HERE,
transforming them with Rub ‘n Buff.
My husband’s grandmother’s pink Crown Ducal Bristol
transferware plates feature birds and flowers. . .
They’re layered over black and white check plates and white chargers
atop a red beaded placemat for a little sparkle and shimmer. . .
And topped with an embossed salad plate, abuzz with a bee skep design.
A sparkling pink heart napkin ring marries a pair of napkins;
an embroidered bumble bee with ruffled edge and a solid red for a pop of color.
Bird dishes flew in to serve up chocolates. . .
Help yourself to a *Bee* Mine sweet treat for Valentine’s Day! 🐝
I used a wax seal stamp set
to make chocolate ‘coins’ to embellish chocolate truffles for Valentine’s Day. . . .
An easy and fun way to put your personal stamp (pun intended ;)
on chocolates, petit fours, cupcakes, etc. as there are so many different
Wax Seal Stamps available.
You use the wax seal stamp to make an impression
in melted chocolate as you would in wax . . .
There is a bit of a learning curve in stamping the melted chocolate,
but you can eat your mistakes. . .bonus! ;)
Find the delicious steps and tips to emboss chocolate with stamps, HERE.
Table Details:
Bee Skep Plates / Pfaltzgraff Naturemade
Ciroa Buffalo Check Dinner Plates, Plaid Throw / HomeGoods, several years ago
Bird Dishes / Gracie China by Coastline Imports, HomeGoods
Bird and Hearts Table Runner/ Nicole Miller Home, HomeGoods
Red Goblets / Mikasa French Countryside
Bee Flatware / Wallace Napoleon Bee
Pink Transferware Dishes / Crown Ducal Bristol
Red Beaded Placemats / Kohls, several years ago
Bumble Bee Embroidered Napkins / Crown Linen Designs
Pink Heart Napkin Rings / HomeGoods
Bee & Honeycomb Wax Seal Stamp
While not traditional, I hope this whimsical table celebrating the birds and the bees
inspires you to surround yourself with things you love
on Valentine’s Day (and every day)!
Find 14+ Tablescapes & DIY Centerpieces to Love for Valentine’s Day, HERE.
You’ll find tips for creating edible centerpieces, candy box floral arrangement, rose petal ice cubes,
an Alice in Wonderland-inspired tea party and more.
Many thanks to Rita of Panoply for organizing this Valentine Tablescape Blog Hop!
Find more Valentine table inspiration from my blogging friends at the links below:
♥ Panoply – Color My World, Valentine
♥ Hyacinths for the Soul – Cozy Moments of the Heart – Valentine Tablescape
♥ The Cat’s Whiskerz – Hearts, Snowflakes and some Sparkle for a Valentine’s Day Table
♥ Red Cottage Chronicles – Family Fun Valentine’s Tablescape
♥ Everyday Living – Valentine’s Day – A Celebration of Love
♥ Life and Linda – Love You Beary Much
♥ The Painted Apron – Rosy Valentine
♥ My Thrift Store Addiction – Must Have Flowers! Vintage French Valentine’s Day Tablescape
♥ Me and My Captain – Elementary, My Dear Watson
♥ Home is Where the Boat Is – The Birds and Bees
♥ Karins Kottage – Flirty and Fun Valentine Table
♥ Pandora’s Box – A Valentine Breakfast
♥ Mantel and Table – A Vibrant Blue Tablescape for Beautiful Valentine Romance
♥ The Bookish Dilettante – Valentine’s Day Tablescape: Hearts and Lace
♥ Thrifting Wonderland – Be Mine…Valentine
♥ Dinner at Eight – A Valentine’s Table with Flowers, Ribbons and Hearts
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What a welcome sight, seeing the birds, bees and florals among your Valentine table, Mary. I have to say, I think that runner is your starring element here! I love that dimensional texture, and the bees are perfect embellishments. Of course, already having such a cache of all the other bird and bee elements definitely makes for the overall warm setting. Your winter tree is certainly something that inspires me each year. I was wondering about how perfect those wax seal circles were, and then you mentioned the learning curve. I chuckled at the solution of eating your way through the mistakes.
Thank you for brightening my first cup of coffee with your participating in this hop with sweet Valentine table, and the hope of spring it suggests!
Another show stopper table setting! Agree with Rita the bird table runner sets the stage. Love the little hearts and the texture on the bird wings. Those little hearts could easily be added to other similar table runners to highlight Valentines Day. Your link is fixed and thanks for the tip about clicking on the bold text of the title, did not know that, and now the extra read on blog link!
Good morning, Mary. Your nesting tree is the perfect backdrop for your winter tables, especially one set for Valentine’s Day ❤️ The embroidered table runner with birds and hearts and the plaid throw definitely provide a warm and cozy foundation plus beauty. How adorable is the bird nesting in the lovely flower arrangement with bees joining the fun. What would we do without Rub ‘n Buff? The pink Crown Ducal Bristol transferware plates are gorgeous paired with black and white checked plates. The red beaded placemats add a perfect dose of sparkle and shimmer. Adding the embossed salad plate with a bee skep design further enhances your theme and love for the birds and bees.
It is always a treat to join you at table. Please pass me a chocolate truffle ❤️
What a lovely stack of dishes! Its a great combo of colors and patterns and is really eye-catching! Your table runner is so pretty and looks fabulous over your “tablecloth” – nice textures that blend well. Happy Valentines Day
Mary, what a beautiful Valentine’s Day table!
Love all the special touches of birds and bees.
The chocolates with stamps are a great idea and I can’t wait to try it. Thank you so much for the ideas and especially the directions to go with them!
Lovely as usual!
Mary, another pretty table filled with birds, bee and chocolates. I agree, the embroidered bird runner is a lovely starting point. The texture on the bird’s wings is lovely. The plate stack is wonderful with a mix of black and white checks, red beaded placemats, Crown Ducal Bristol transferware and those darling embossed bee plates. Love the Cl lines. The stamped chocolates are icing on the cake. I may have to try making some. A beautiful Valentine table perfect for love. The nesting tree is gorgeous. Always a pleasure hopping along with you.
Mary as you know I also love bees and have several sets of “bee” dishes, the Wallace Napoleon bee flatware, many skeps…and of course the bee magnets. However, I do love your idea of the Rub `N Buff and will have to give it a go.
Your embroidered table runner is perfect for your design and of course your nesting tree is always a treat. I have to admit that the Christmas tree in our bedroom is still up devoid of ornaments as I just adore the twinkling lights in the evenings as we watch sports or wind down from the day. Speaking of treats, I will try the chocolate and stamps as it looks fairly easy even though I am looking forward to the “mistakes”. Have a Blessed day and it is always a pleasure to hop with you and see what new and exciting elements you bring to the table. (pun intended)
I love bees too! I have Bee drinking glasses by La Rochere. I’ve had so many compliments on them! It may be something to add to your collection!
Mary, a lovely table celebrating the birds and the bees, Your nesting tree makes for a fabulous backdrop and brighten those dreary winter days. The plate stack is so pretty with your red beaded placemats, pink Crown Ducal Bristol transferware plates, black & white checked plates, embossed bee plates and those fabulous linens by CL. I agree, that embroidered runner is the star with those pretty textured birds. Love the stamped chocolates, such a nice personal touch. I may have to try those. I also like the bee 🐝 magnets. Always a pleasure hopping along with you. Happy Tuesday. ❤️
This is the time of every year when I struggle to find ways to decorate my home. Mary, this was a wonderful and inspirational use of your incredible talent. I adore the beautiful birds/bees runner. SO very pretty. Thank you for shairing your ideas.
What a lovely table setting for “BEE My Valentine!”
The embroidered table runner with bees is the perfect foundation. I like your little bee trick adding them to the bouquet. And the bee chocolates are sweet, literally!
And your nesting tree as a backdrop is extraordinaire!
Happy Tuesday!
So pretty Mary, I love your Winter Nesting Tree and you’ve been enjoying it to the fullest! I also love the way you did the pretty napkins and that wonderful heart napkin ring. The runner is a perfect way to display your love of birds and bees and it looks great with the cozy plaid throw. The stamped chocolates add a very special personal touch. You even put birds and bees in your flowers! I like the red sparkle from the chargers and the pretty red stemware on your cozy Valentine table…enjoy a special meal with your Valentine!
Jenna
Dear Mary, I know your love of the birds and the bees (and also your pups!), and your table made my heart pitter patter and smile with delight. The bee skep plates are so pretty and those bee napkins are perfectly lovely with that heart napkin ring. The fun runner atop the throw adds such charm and warmth in front of your nesting tree. I’d love a yummy stamped chocolate before I leave. 🥰
BEAUTIFUL table!!! Thank you for sharing! The bees are perfect pairing with hearts!!!
Your tables are ALWAYS stunning!
What a gorgeous table Mary. I usually do not set a table for Valentine’s Day, but this has given me so much inspiration.
I love your pretty table Mary! I’m a fellow bee and bird lover too and get so much joy watching the birds are my feeder in the winter months. I adore your winter tree too!
Mary, That table runner was made for you with your love of birds! Such a sweet touch to add the bees on the runner and I have always admired your Pflatzgraff bee skep plates.🐝 I’m inspired to stamp chocolate now! Happy Wednesday ♥
Mary, your birds and bees table setting is lovely and those sealed chocolates are just wonderful! It’s always a pleasure to pull up a chair to your table. Blessings, Cecilia @ My Thrift Store Addiction
I love your table for Valentine’s Day as I don’t go for all the cupids and “cutesy” Valentine decor. So pretty and cozy by your tree.
Mary, Your tables never disappoint! I LOVE the runner you found, I’m sure there are none left at HG but I’m going to check. The birds and the bees never looked so good and then you have those delicious stamped chocolates!
Mary, I adore your Valentine’s Day tablescape! Your table runner is gorgeous! It’s representative of your love for birds and you added the bees to make it even better. Your centerpiece is so pretty. Your plate stack is beautiful. It pairs so well with your winter tree theme. Enjoy your day. Clara❤️
You[‘ve done it again, Mary! Absolutely stunning in every way. ♥
Mary, I have always adored your nesting tree and it looks fabulous in the background of your beautiful table! Your love of birds and bees shines through in every gorgeous detail. I love your plate stack with the alternating colors and mix of patterns. The Crown Ducal plates are just beautiful on the black and white checked plates and the the plaid throw brings all your colors together. The table runner is perfect to display your bees and bird dishes filled with stamped chocolates. The flowers are gorgeous too. Its all so bright and cheerful and makes me hope that spring is on it’s way. It was a pleasure hopping with you and wishing you a most lovely Valentine’s Day!
What a cute theme! Your plate stack is beautiful with the black and white checked plates and the amazing pink transfer plates and red plates. So fun and pretty! Your table runner is so so pretty. Great job creating this Valentine table.
Hugs,
Karin
Always love your tablescapes and infinite supply of fabulous dishes. Grins, so enjoyed, ENJOY your blog for all these years. Sandi
It’s so nice to see your nesting tree each year, Mary. Combining it with bees is a great idea. The runner is definitely the star of the show. How great to find one that combines your bird theme with Valentine’s Day. Love the Wallace Bee flatware that adds to the fun along with the napkin rings. The plate stack is lovely combining patterns and plain effectively. Loved the chocolate stamping idea. That’s on my list to try. Have a wonderful Valentine’s Day.
Lynne
Oh I love this Mary! The pink transferware with the black and white checked plates is a fabulous combination! And the chocolate stamping is a great idea – I’d never heard of that, and I can’t wait to read your post about it. You always set such wonderful tables, and I could think of a hundred more things to say about this one, and use a hundred exclamation points too! Thanks so much for another excellent table – I’m completely insired. Plus, nice hopping with you again! Happy Valentines!
So many beautiful details here – especially love the little “rub-and-buffed” bees! Crown Ducal Bristol is a bucket list pattern for me… originally I was thinking blue, but after seeing the pink, I think I’m shifting gears!
You certainly know how to bee happy!
Beautiful are those Flowers . Mary you know how to make every holiday special.
Marilyn,Joan and Marion
Mary, this is a wonderful table dedicated to the birds and bees! The lovely table runner makes a delightful base with the bees scattered over the embroidered birds. The interplay of sparkle, pattern and texture in the place settings is eye-catching. The backdrop of the winter nesting tree is inspired. All the details are interesting in themselves but enhance the overall effect wonderfully! Lovely! Have a very happy Valentine’s Day!
Mary.
I would love to see your China cabinets. I always love your tablescapes, your she shed, your excellent supervisors, and all the delicious receipts you share. Tfs cheers
Beautiful table, Mary! I love your sweet plate stacks, and your centerpiece is so pretty. My favorite is the table runner. I love the addition of the bees! Happy Valentine’s Day!
Mary, your Valentine table is beautiful!! I love the plaid table cloth and so well appointed with your cute bird and bee Valentine runner. I adore the bee and heart candy made with the wax seals!! So cute!!! Bummed I wasn’t able to participate in this hop, but always a pleasure to see what you have put together!! ❤️
Thanks so much Ann, we missed you! Wishing you a Happy Valentine’s Day ♥
Mary, your special Valentine table does indeed show your love for the birds and the bees, so absolutely darling! Your runner is lovely! Only your creative mind could come up with using the seals for making your own special chocolates and chocolate coins! Too, too cute!
Hi Mary,
I love your winter nesting tree, and your table runner is gorgeous!! It is always a treat to take the time to see all the small details in your tablescapes. So creative! I have some bee glasses and flatware but no plates. Hal and I read online to see what beekeeping would entail; we think it would be very interesting but not sure we have the time right now. You would be good at that — have you ever considered it? :D
I enjoyed your table, Mary — visiting from Tablescape Thursday. Have a great weekend!
Hugs,
Denise