Monday, June 8, 2009

For the Record...Vinyl-Inspired Table for Two

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It all started with this package from Sue@JunkMarketStyle.com...


The task? Create a junk-inspired project around this...Linda Ronstadt and vinyl records.


Well, when I think of vinyl, I think of Elvis and the 1950s. I gathered up anything I could find that reminded me of that era. Using the table that just received a makeover, I created a table for two using the vinyl records as my inspiration.


Here, the larger records are used as chargers...


Simply insert your silverware into the center of a smaller record and you have a great presentation...


Insert a pair of records into a vintage store sign display to present your menu. I simply used white paper cut to size...


Present your hors d'oeuvres on a vinyl record used as a platter. Top with a cloche. Set upon a vintage wooden stool to be easily in reach from the table...


Just for fun, add vintage items such as this authentic speaker from a drive-in movie theater...


A few bright-colored letters with time-worn patina add to the fun...


A yummy table for two!


Head over to visit Susan@Between Naps on the Porch to see brilliant 42nd Tablescape Thursday posts from all over blogland!




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31 comments:

  1. The Texas WomanJune 8, 2009 at 7:02 PM

    Very, very cute! And original.

    The Texas Woman

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  2. GinaJune 8, 2009 at 7:05 PM

    That looks great! I love the letters too-nice work.

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  3. DavidJune 8, 2009 at 8:27 PM

    OK, Cher was right... Phooey on David! I'm still not crazy about glass tops, but what you've done here is pretty darn cool! I especially like the drive in speaker and the old table top juke box controller.

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  4. MelissaJune 8, 2009 at 8:33 PM

    I love the menu idea!

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  5. MindyJune 8, 2009 at 9:08 PM

    I like the menu and the YUM and the idea of slipping the silverware through the 45's. Groovy, girl! I like it! ~Mindy

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  6. Stacey @ The Blessed NestJune 8, 2009 at 9:26 PM

    What great ideas!! Love it!! The whole setting looks incredible, I hope you enjoyed a meal or 3 there! :)

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  7. AnneliJune 9, 2009 at 3:59 AM

    Hello!

    Thanks for your your comment - Google -translation tool seems to work well, because it was almost flawless English in your comment:)
    So fun to see who visit my page - I see that we like the same style ... but getting the chance to browse the flea markets in the U.S. would certainly be a dream, because the supply is completely different!
    Wish you a wonderful week!!

    Hug

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  8. CoraJune 9, 2009 at 8:25 AM

    I love this! You always have the BEST ideas!!

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  9. The Tattered CottageJune 9, 2009 at 10:03 AM

    That is soooo swingin' cool. Love it!! You are one hip kitten who is very talented!! Love the old speaker & table top Juke box. I'm ready to have dinner there. Now........ where did I put my poodle skirt!??!*
    Hugs
    Toni

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  10. DavidJune 9, 2009 at 10:23 AM

    By the way, the lines in the cardboard corrugation of that first picture make some really neat patterns when the picture is reduced to a smaller size (as on my dashboard).

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  11. Sofia StrifflerJune 9, 2009 at 12:01 PM

    Love it. I have done the fifties them several times with the albums. They also look fabulous. Great job and thanks for visiting my blog.

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  12. Prairie Girl StudioJune 9, 2009 at 1:19 PM

    our neighbour just called this morning wondering if we would be interested in a collection of old vinyl albums of his dad's ... maybe we are interested! how timely ... thanks for sharing this!

    i really like the idea of the corrugated cardboard 'wrap' ... cool.

    as always,
    prairiegirl

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  13. SueJune 9, 2009 at 4:30 PM

    Your vignette was charming! My fav was the menu written on the record. I loved the old juke box record selectors in the old cafes where I grew up. Eat and listen to YOUR choice of music- what a novel idea. I think there is still a restaurant left in my hometown that has one. Sweet Memories... Sue

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  14. trash talkJune 9, 2009 at 10:03 PM

    Girl, coming to Texas really got your motor revved! You have always been creative, but seems like it is just pouring out of you now!
    That photo looks like a magazine shot...I love the whole concept.
    Can't wait to see your next over the top idea!
    Debbie

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  15. Richella ParhamJune 10, 2009 at 11:39 AM

    This is incredible. This is wonderful. Wow. And your incredible photography shows it off so beautifully. Way to go! I'm betting that someone in blogland is going to feature this post on one of their "best of the week" lists.

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  16. ellen bJune 10, 2009 at 9:20 PM

    Now this is quite the theme and so well done. I like it!!

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  17. KammyJune 10, 2009 at 9:52 PM

    Great job, great photos - just love them. You are very creative !
    Hugs ~ Kammy

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  18. Michelle @ Sweet Something DesignJune 10, 2009 at 10:00 PM

    How cute! Have you seen the "bowls" that you can make with LP's?

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  19. UnknownJune 11, 2009 at 12:19 AM

    Very creative. I really enjoyed the photography and the flatware thru the records. Definitely outside the box in an excellent way!

    Thank you for sharing

    Tina

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  20. SoutherncookJune 11, 2009 at 9:00 AM

    Very imiginative tablesetting.

    Carolyn

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  21. movingonladyJune 11, 2009 at 11:10 AM

    very cute. I like the old time items. very cleaver

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  22. MaryroseJune 11, 2009 at 2:42 PM

    You are so clever. I love the drive in movie speaker (brings back memories) Do you do this often, take things and create? I love that idea. Have a great idea filled day.
    ~Maryrose

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  23. MaryJune 11, 2009 at 3:03 PM

    oh what a fun table!

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  24. ~ ~ Ahrisha ~ ~June 11, 2009 at 5:02 PM

    This is so clever, love your creativity! Do you have a Hi Fi to play the records on? I don't~ ~ ~Ahrisha~ ~

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  25. ChandyJune 11, 2009 at 5:08 PM

    What a fun theme! So cool!

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  26. Mid-Atlantic MarthaJune 11, 2009 at 8:45 PM

    Oh what fun! So creative.

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  27. {Bellamere Cottage}June 11, 2009 at 11:59 PM

    Soooo clever!

    Blessings,
    Spencer

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  28. S. L.January 27, 2010 at 11:15 PM

    {sigh} I heart your house and your blog and your talent and your everything! If i'm ever so lucky as to own a home again, you can bet on your lucky stars that I'm going to be coming here for inspiration

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  29. JenniferMay 4, 2011 at 7:33 AM

    This is such a fun idea! I love all the details. Visiting from F&J Iron Crafter.
    Jen
    Scissors & Spatulas

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  30. Holly LefevreMay 8, 2011 at 12:24 AM

    Oh Amy! I love this. I adore vinyl records... I used to use them as chargers and menu cards all the time especially for Bar/Bat Mitzvhas...but you took it to a whole new place....FAB!

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  31. Fawnda@Fireflies and JellybeansMay 9, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    You made the top 5 at The Iron Crafter! Congrats!

    http://firefliesandjellybeans.blogspot.com/2008/05/iron-crafter-vinyl-top-5.html

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