Celebrate Mom with a family-filled outdoor lunch complete with a creative tablescape and a tasty menu.
Brian Francis
Alfresco Dining
Celebrate springtime with lunch in the garden or backyard. Bright table linens and whimsical bird-themed decorations make
the most of warm weather and create a tablescape that will have your guests cooing.
Brian Francis
Send a Message
A bistro table becomes a mossy bar at the entrance to the garden. Sheets of florist’s moss, misted with water, transform the
table into a woodland landscape. Cheese straws and wine in a decanter allow guests to serve themselves.
Brian Francis
Mother Hen
A glass mother bird and three chicks -- each holding a bud and nestled into the moss -- serve as a decoration for drinks table.
Brian Francis
Bright Idea
Brightly hued table linens pop in the garden setting. China with a botanical theme plays to the leafy surroundings, and a
collection of woodland-themed porcelain accessories creates a centerpiece that delights.
White branch-shaped porcelain containers hold an assortment of pink blooms. Spare tulips suit the sculptural look of this
nature-inspired vase.
Brian Francis
Ode to Pink
In three containers, various pink flowers form a simply sweet table decoration. Porcelain mushrooms are scattered among the
vases to add interest. A beaded napkin ring continues the botanical theme.
Porcelain birds perch on the rim of the wine glasses, as if they’d alighted there.
Brian Francis
Mother's Day Menu
A light lunch menu suits the garden setting. A poached salmon with dill and lemons can be prepared ahead of time and chilled until ready to serve. A light cucumber, yogurt sauce and green
salad round out the meal.
Cookies and milk for dessert serve as a reminder of the comfort and love Mom provides every day of the year.
Brian Francis
Chic Celebrations
When three generations gather, it’s worth the effort to set a beautiful table to honor the occasion. A tablecloth softens
a stone table, and pretty stemware and china elevate the party above the ordinary.
