WINTER TO SPRING TABLESCAPE featuring GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE

Winter has decided to linger a bit longer
here in the great state of Texas..
but I was yearning for a touch of spring vibes
on the farmhouse table as we transition from winter to spring..
and my yellow floral placemats seemed to be the perfect
foundation for creating  a feeling of cozy....
and I wanted to keep the tablescape simple
and basic...

With spring, comes renewed energy to use our favorite dinnerware,
white linen napkins and vintage floral accent plates

The dessert plates are Longchamp Fruit Plates from France,,
thrifted from Etsy..
I fell in love with these beautiful plates and felt
they would be good for both spring and autumn.

I think they have such vintage charm
when paired with a basic creamy ivory dinner plate...

I love using these placemats in the fall and here I found
myself loving them for a late winter, and early spring vibe...

Just keeping it sweet and simple

I love layering color and dainty textures to create
the perfect tablescape.

And these will be perfect for serving a semi-homemade
German Chocolate Cake....

This is how I love making our favorite cake..semi-homemade
one box cake mix
1 cup milk
4 eggs
1 melted stick of butter

Then , a swirl of salted caramel frosting....
Mother taught me that entertaining is a way of life
in the South....
there is always a reason for hosting those you love...

I am dreaming of an afternoon to celebrate the return of warmer days.....