Last weekend the hubs and I stopped  by the Country Living Fair for a quick trip around the park. I didn’t have anything specific on my shopping list and love to go to the fair because it always so inspiring.

While I didn’t spend much money (a whopping $3.00) and didn’t take many photos, I did come across three entertaining ideas I really loved.

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I’ve always loved setting a table to unique paper products but never thought of using vintage player piano rolls as placemats. The rolls are functional and add so much character and charm to the table.  I was so smitten with this idea that when I got home I went on a search of player piano rolls and found tons of really affordable options on Etsy. 

The next idea I spotted takes the music theme to a new level.  Pages from a music book were set up as a collage and used in place of a placemat and runner on the table.  I love the eclectic feel of the this table and think it would be really fun for a causal jazz themed dinner party or entertaining around Christmas. I’ve scored some great sheet music books from Goodwill over the years so keep your eyes open when shopping.

The third entertaining idea I saw so such a simple touch but really added a lot to the table–fabric silverware pockets.  I spotted these at the Cutlery Couture booth, which was packed with shoppers.  The ladies behind this company use simple fabrics and everyday embellishments to create these fun pouches.

 

As usual, there are always a few items I pass up at the fair that days later I wish I would have gotten but I did pick up business cards from those vendors so I can order online.

If you’re wondering what I bought, it was these three brass stencil letters for a holiday project I’m working on.