How we style a winter lunch party with too many people, not enough room adding a hint of spring x

Just winding up the winter holidays with a big family get together before we all go back to school/work etc Monday. We don't have room for fourteen so I have to cobble together a mix of tables. I don't have fourteen matching brightly coloured napkins so I go full mix and match. No room for floristry on such a crowded table so a good idea for you here. And I'm determined that since we've all had enough of Christmas there will be no Christmassy feel to the party despite our having a lot of leftovers to eat (as well as making more!)
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[@janhenson293]

You're so delightfully down to earth. You'll live to a 100 because you appear to be so relaxed and doesn't worry about what anybody else thinks and fun with it. You start 2024 off for us with a smile. Thank you. Jan uk

[@theflowerfarmer]

my pleasure Jan x

[@MsYingyang2]

Georgie, you set a beautiful table. It is so inviting with the lovely pink pitcher, napkins, candles and tableware. You are a fantastic host who cares and it shows. You carry on no matter the situation and make it work. I love your practicality for making 2 large chickens go the extra mile with another meal plus soup. That’s very good advice. Thanks for such an entertaining video.

[@theflowerfarmer]

My pleasure xxx

[@melodykemp9685]

These are my favorite videos that you do, of family, decorating, celebrations and daily life.

[@theflowerfarmer]

Glad you like them! x

[@deborahclatworthy3885]

Love that copper pan against the dark dresser! Looks like a grand time was had by all.

[@theflowerfarmer]

thankyou Deborah x

[@CatherineHopkinsDesignsLife]

You are such a Susie Homemaker, Georgie. You are fabulous! So creative, but always practical. Thank you for the shout out. I hope the party was a success.

[@theflowerfarmer]

You are so welcome! - looking forward to our chat on Thursday x

[@CatherineHopkinsDesignsLife]

@@theflowerfarmer I can't wait :)

[@oldtavernfarm]

Oh my goodness Georgie, that was supremely enjoyable! I was preparing to play housie-housie (read vigorous cleaning) too, when I saw you pop up in KZbin. Your home is just gorgeous with those stunning Georgian (I think) antiques! Your menu sounds divine as well (the dauphinoise took me straight back to culinary school)!! Big hugs from the snowy Adirondacks - as always, thanks so much for sharing your beautiful life!! 🌸🌼🌻

[@joannbaumann4028]

Lovely commentI So subbeed your channel. MIchigan here.

[@oldtavernfarm]

@joannbaumann awe thanks! I love supporting anyone who puts great stuff out there! Makes for a beautiful world😁

[@theflowerfarmer]

thankyou Joann and @oldtavernfarm x

[@user-lm3ye4db7v]

I love every inch of you table!! I also mix and match my linens because ther are just so many beautiful ones to choose.

[@theflowerfarmer]

Thanks so much 😊 x

[@susankerr85]

All looks so effortless...Obviously we all know it isn't and that is the way to go ! ❤

[@theflowerfarmer]

lol - luckily I like the meditative activity of ironing x

[@maireadharkin5124]

ah now Georgie , who would have 14 matching napkins ???? but only the Royal family !!! your table layout is a credit to you , for a lovely relaxed meal , Thank you

[@theflowerfarmer]

ah thank you x

[@sheilahurford5931]

Love you Georgia you always make me smile . Love how frugal you are .

[@theflowerfarmer]

ruthless x

[@ahermitslife3684]

Thanks for sharing some of your private/not so private life. It's beautiful and charming and oh so inspiring!

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you x

[@jennyjohnson9012]

Oh Georgie you make me smile. Love the stains on the tablecloth and putting the hyacinths on the dresser to cover up the mess. It sounds like our farmhouse🤣🤣 Who cares, it's the company that matters that's what I say.

[@theflowerfarmer]

glad you agree Jenny x

[@uppityishopeful677]

Thought of you while ironing 12 napkins and tablecloth of double damask at 2 am on Christmas Eve remembering to pull the roast at 5 am to temp for Xmas din for 12 after 23rd tea for 9, dinner for 8, Xmas eve dinner for 7, then onto christmas dinner, all me, I burst out laughing in appreciation and comraderie, for the people who “host,” The Incredible drive and labor to create…well, a “garden of people.” Creating the canvas the structure, and hearing “the bloom” from the kitchen. I think what I love about ur floristry is it is not ego driven, like “look at this particular expression of me,” but, “here is the garden, what will you think and talk about while in it?” And having no attachment whatsoever to outcome. Stage managing, really.Farming, really. And every year I say, exhausted, Next Year, I am just going to show up in my finery and enjoy, my sisters can do this, but I never do, and they never do, bc I am not actually interested in the flowers, bc I know 100% they will do what they are born to do. I am interested in the dirt.From which they grow. Think I answered my own question why u included Dalloway on reading list. Double damask is the best. The smell of it under steam. Lovely table and all of it. Just beautiful.

[@theflowerfarmer]

totally agree - it's the whole story not just the flowers - xxx

[@northerngail0385]

It looks like you had a lovely family gathering. Thank you for inviting all of us in to see your preparations and beautiful tablescape!

[@theflowerfarmer]

Thank you so much x

[@beckyscheller9358]

Beautiful table and love the copper pot with flowers

[@theflowerfarmer]

it's a good idea isn't it x

[@kimfox5186]

That was fun. I hope you enjoyed your family get-together, who wouldn't? Here in France, you probably know about those rubbery underclothes we can purchase by the metre? They protect the wooden table and hide a multitude of sins. It could add a smooth touch to your beautifully prepared party tables. Those bubbles looked yummy 😋

[@theflowerfarmer]

yes the rubbery undercloths are great - you can get them by the meter here at John Lewis - I should treat myself! x

[@lynnej7219]

Beautiful table, I love the mismatched napkins. The meals sounds delicious 😁

[@theflowerfarmer]

though I say it myself it was delicious x

[@dianaford9040]

Very sensory interlude. Makes me happy! Thank you Georgie. ❤️

[@theflowerfarmer]

you're very welcome x

[@debbierice2618]

I just love you and your style and that patch work on your shirt. I’m sure fun was had by all.

[@theflowerfarmer]

It was! xxx Thank you xxx

[@LornaSpeakman-tu1kl]

Thank you so much Georgie for sharing your wonderful celebration with us all. Such wonderful ideas for having a large group dinner. Happy New Year. Hope your mom and dad are doing well!

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you xxx

[@carolyncampbell6149]

Happy new year Georgie and Thankyou for inviting us to the pre-party! It all looked perfect in a casual and friendly way.

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you x

[@BlessingsfromNorthIdaho]

Lovely. I love your pink bobbly water pitchers. Happy New Year 🎉. TeresaSue. P.S. I love the term housie-housie. It’s perfect for describing setting a table, playing in the China cabinet, or fussing around with pretties.❤😂

[@theflowerfarmer]

Thank you! xxx

[@jeanniesparhawk4058]

I cannot tell you how much I enjoy your videos. You bring so much joy into my life. Thank you so much for sharing your story. You are a gem!

[@theflowerfarmer]

You are so welcome x

[@ginadavis174]

What a great video! Your luncheon prep looked and sounded wonderful - and I’m sure it must have proved to be. Thank you for sharing your ideas and preparations with us!

[@theflowerfarmer]

You are so welcome! x

[@esthermalone2318]

Fleurie delicieuse 💞🍾 🥂 🫧 jolie table Georgie 💝

[@theflowerfarmer]

merci x

[@bluekatgal7300]

So very enjoyable. Thank you for sharing with us. 😊

[@theflowerfarmer]

You are so welcome! x

[@marshawilliamson8602]

My top-tip takeaway are the underarm patches in red! Brilliant!🌸🐝

[@theflowerfarmer]

It's called visible mending x

[@johndepner9237]

Absolutely beautiful Georgie! I love your style❤

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you x

[@sharonrickards3297]

You're a hoot! So real and fun. I love you're "patches"! Happy New Year!

[@theflowerfarmer]

Thank you! You too! x

[@janehemsley1075]

Wonderful, really enjoyed watching. Your lunch parties must be eagerly anticipated, lucky people!

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you x

[@gardenroom65]

I wanted to see the food 🥂

[@uteberg4781]

Cool red patches and style (both: clothes and table!)!!! Greetings from denmark!!! 🤗🌻💐💖

[@theflowerfarmer]

hello Denmark! x

[@Julia21d]

So lovely ❤

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you x

[@west06007]

Looks cozy & wonderful! Thank you for sharing!

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you x

[@dawnpearse4960]

Loved this 😊 I too wear my wellies in the house 🤦‍♀️ glad I am not the only one, happy new year to you all 🎉 I also love anyone that can get the absolute most out of a chicken, its the right thing to do.

[@theflowerfarmer]

all the best people wear wellies morning noon and night x

[@WendyManton]

Thank you Georgie you are inspirational every way . Happy New Year x

[@theflowerfarmer]

Thank you! You too! x

[@cecilel8144]

Happy New Year Georgie!! I really enjoy all your videos, especially when you have a bit of French in it; Feels like you are talking directly to me 😂 Thank you so much for being such an inspiration, I started making some flower arrangements and I LOVE it!! Would love to make it to one of your workshop one day 🙏

[@theflowerfarmer]

hurrah et bienvenue xxx

[@1944JerriMellas]

Happy New Year Georgie❣️. SO glad I introduced you (and Mum) to my daughter in 2023. Your luncheon table was spectacular and yes, like you Denise and I run around like a chicken with it’s head cut off before sitting down and enjoying the “fruits of our labor” 😂

[@theflowerfarmer]

lol - glad I'm not alone x

[@spinningstones]

Could I please come to the next one? I can bring a pavlova or lamingtons or Peach melba (very old school aussie).... Just give me a few days to get to you!!!🍰

[@theflowerfarmer]

lol - lamingtons please! x

[@beebenton7820]

Well of course you have to drink that fleurie - id have bought it for the label - it matches!

[@theflowerfarmer]

it's pretty isn't it x

[@MsYingyang2]

I agree about the wine. I was looking on the internet but really am not sure what kind of wine it is other than red french. I am in the states so hopefully I can get it.

[@suziecarter1403]

Thank you so much for sharing such a lovey video. Really enjoyed it, I’m sure you and your husband are brilliant hosts. Hope it all went well. Happy New Year 🥂🌷🥂🌷

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you and happy new year to you too x

[@janetknight8724]

Oh I wish I was on the invite list

[@theflowerfarmer]

lol - knowing us we won't have anyone again now till next Christmas x

[@rootedvine9870]

Oh, I love this. I love the French linen and the wellies. What a great combination. I have so many torn things that I would love for your mother to patch. Love the napkins. Do you have a source for those lovely cloth napkins?

[@theflowerfarmer]

the napkins come from all over the place - I just keep an eye out and occasionally treat myself if I see some I like x

[@alisonbwise]

Delightful, as always. I love a coupe, too 💚

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you x

[@susanbeattie9333]

Happy New Year to you all. It all looks lovely and I’m sure it will be a wonderful party, enjoy! And thank you for sharing ❤

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you x

[@katrienvh4289]

Happy New Year! If I may be honest... I prefer Prosecco and/or Asti over champagne anytime! Don't find champagne is worth the price (but that is my opinion off course). I even prefer sparkling cider over champagne...

[@theflowerfarmer]

you are not alone! x