We recently had a small group from church over for a buffet dinner, so I set the table and took some evening pics by candlelight. You’ll notice some pics are with the table set and some are without, since I took these at different times.
I used the pretty brown and white transferware, perfect for this time of year and since we were eating buffet style, I didn’t set a completely formal table. There were 8 of us, so 2 couples sat in the dining room and 2 in the kitchen. My diningroom is just not quite big enough for 8. Six I can squeeze in, but not 8. 
The white collection and my tureens.
I really enjoy my white dishes.
I decided to find some candles for the candleholders and create some evening ambience and it works like a charm everytime.
I used some pretty paper napkins that are very Fall-ish.
Got out my mercury glass votives I found last year on sale and some sweet-smelling candles and the table was ready.
Nothing like candlelight to make for a special evening. I think I need to do this more often.
Thanks for stopping by! Just in case you think this room is spacious from these pics, let me assure you it is tiny, at barely 10 x 13′. So, I hope this gives you some ideas if you have a small dining room too. 
And, since I don’t set that many tables, I’m joining for the first time, Susan’s Tablescape Thursday.
If you missed how this diningroom change came about (from red to Antique White), go here for the first “after’ pics and there are links on that post to how it looked in red. This room was red back in the spring and I tossed around lightening it up and am SO happy I did. There were some major changes, including me adding the picture frame moldings. Lots more pics and details on those links. And if you’d like to see more on those monogrammed burlap lamp shades, click on over here for the complete DIY project. Yep, this room has undergone some major changes in the last year.
Very pretty table, Rhoda! Love the whole room. Hey, how do you like having a round table? I’m thinking about buying one… a 60″ so we can seat 6. If you can squeeze 6 at yours, do you think 8 could squeeze around a 60″ (yours looks smaller than that). Just fishing for opinions so I can make up my mind! Thanks!
Beautiful, Rhoda! Thanks for stopping by Bloggeritaville. Hope you have been doing good, I know you are like me-busy. Happy Halloween!
Awesome photographs! Love the pears in the cake stand.
Beautiful!!! Should be in a magazine! If you don’t mind me asking, as I’m sure you’ve answered this question a million times, what is the paint color on your living room walls (the one I see in the picture from the dining room)?
🙂 Yep, I go through spurts where I don’t think anybody is reading my blog and so a bit of time lapses between posts. I need to do better and get back in the groove. 🙂
Thank you for letting me know about the rug. I’m going to check out overstock now. 🙂 I have to tell you again that I love your blog. Please keep it up.
Thanks again,
Jodie
I’ve loved your dining room everytime you share pictures, but this time especially made me want to have the privilege of sitting at that beautiful table and chatting with you! You were serving chocolate for dessert, weren’t you? I have a red dining room that I have enjoyed, but hope to follow in your footsteps and make it more neutral someday.
On a new topic (sorry) several weeks ago you mentioned Nell Hill’s in Atchison Kansas. I am going on Wednesday, want to come?
Wow, I saw this room and thought I was at the wrong blog. I thought…hmmm…I thought I went to Rhoda’s blog, but maybe this is an inspiration pic of hers…no, I recognize those drapes. What gives? Then, I see at the end the link to your before pics. I was offline for awhile, and that may have been your room redo timeframe. L-O-V-E I-T A-L-L!!! Really stunning room, and the table is devine. Thanks for sharing a fantastic room and table. The wainscoating is sensational, and someday, when I get more time, I am doing that for sure. My white collection is officially growing starting now.
stewcarol
Oh I loved your tablescape. I noticed the shelves on the wall surrounding the buffet. Loved the idea was thinking great for a small room like I have when you don’t have much room for furniture. Then I read your room is small! thanks for sharing.
Have a Blessed Weekend,
Sherry
Your dining room is lovely — and I love the setting on your table — love those black and white dishes — you just can’t go wrong with those.
Hi Rhoda…
Your dining room may be smallish……..but it couldn’t be more stunning….LOVE IT!
Warm blessings,
Spencer