Tablescapes, Cactus For Cinco de Mayo
Next Sunday is May 5, Cinco de Mayo
Let’s celebrate with cactus and a Fry-Tot-To!
Come join me with a cactus themed table on the patio
I have a sudden thing for all things cactus
They’re fun to paint with just a little practice
The table is full of faux cacti and small plates that feature
4 different festive kooky cacti creatures!
Some cacti have jewelry or a sporty hat
Some carry purses
How silly is that!!
There is a small dish for salsa on each plate stack
A trio of bowls ready to be filled with snacks
Do you see the sombreros over there by the grill
I want guests to wear them,
do you think they will?
Sombreros are handy for serving up chips
Sombrero cookies can be made in a zip!
This faux cactus is a quick fun craft,
The cactus is painted with acrylic in several shades of green
Painted white pricks and glued orange paper flowers
The pot was painted with shades of terra cotta
“Dirt” was added with dabs of browns
What is your favorite Mexican dish?
Here are some traditional favorites with a twist!
Olé!
Chili Lime Corn & Queso Nachos
Zucchini & Corn Cheesy Enchiladas
Strawberry Margarita Dessert Tacos
delicioso !
Juicy Details
cactus plates/Pier 1 clearance, no longer available but Amazon has some cute ones here
small faux cactus pots/World Market
large paper cactus/Hobby Lobby
painted cactus glasses/tutorial here
everything else I’ve had for a while
🌵 🏜 🌵
I will be joining these fabulous parties and blogs:
Meal Plan Monday Dishing it & Digging it, Between Naps on the Porch,
Merry Monday Make it Pretty Monday Celebrate and Decorate,
Tasty Tuesday Oh My Heartsie Girl Full Plate Thursday
Thursday Favorite Things Creatively Crafty Home Matters
Weekend Potluck Sweet Inspirations Happiness is Homemade
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Looks like you’re all set for Cinco de Mayo Jenna! I’d better start working on our dinner menu since it’s on a Sunday this year:@) Have fun!
Jenna, now this is a fun and festive table. I love the plates, so cute. Your menu looks delicious. Happy Sunday!
thanks Pam!
You know I need those plates living here in the desert!
Not too long ago …I attempted painting cactus on wine glasses. I loved it and they came out great,
Great recipes for Cinco de Mayo! The sombrero holding chips was a cute addition!
Muy Bueno!
Yes you do!! I love my cactus wine glasses too, and yours turned out great!
Thank you! That’s a huge compliment coming from YOU! 🤗
Delicioso, indeed! Jenna, I may have to get myself over to our favorite Mexican restaurant. You have my taste buds yearning for chips and salsa and more. Your offerings look so inviting, and clever way to serve the chips. I know you are enjoying your new outdoor kitchen. Let the entertainlng begin! Happy Cinco de Mayo!
Thank you Sarah! I am hoping we can enjoy a few more outdoor gatherings before it gets too hot…I hope you get to go to your favorite Mexican restaurant soon!
love mexican! this year I’ll be in Ireland on Cinco de Mayo 🙂
Wow, really??
YEP! 🙂 So excited!!
What a fun table!! 😀💚🌵
All the food looks so delicious too!!
thanks Patty Anne!
I will have one of everything on the table Jenna…looks so good. And I do love thee sombreros near the grill. What a wonderful fiesta! The paintings are so cute too…Happy Sunday.
thanks Kari!
This has cinco de mayo written all over it, from the colorful tablesetting to the delicious sounding food! Coming up and soon!
thanks Jeanie!
Ole’….beautiful table setting and yummy food!
thanks Sharon!
Oh my mercy! I love all the pictures and ideas you have here. I may need to come up with something for Sunday dinner for Cinco de Mayo. You always have the best ideas and food dishes! I am always inspired by you dear lady. Hugs and blessings, Cindy
Oh thank you Cindy, that is so sweet of you and it makes me so happy to know I’ve inspired you. I was so happy to see your cute tepee featured on Celebrate & Decorate, that’s the cutest thing ever!
Jenna, I love all of your decorations for Cinco de Mayo! Your outdoor area is gorgeous! I’m a nacho freak and would not be able to share a bite of those nachos! Hugs!
ha ha, thank you Benita!
Oh, I so LOVE your cactus decor!! Those plates are FUNtastic!! Might have to try drawing some… just for fun! All looks festive and perfect for Cinco de Mayo!! And your recipes look delish too! 🎉
thanks Jill! I am crazy for cactus for some reason, I think it’s adorable!
Olé Jenna! What a fiesta of fun and flavors for Cinco de Mayo or summer! Love those cactus plates and your fun centerpiece. ♥
thanks Mary!
Jenna, your table and surroundings are amazing! I think we definitely share the love for whimsy. I love your cactus! And all that delicious food. I love your added touch with the sombreros near your beautiful outdoor fireplace. So playful and festive. I can hear the mariachi band from here! Would love to join you at this beautiful and cheerful tablescape.
Thank you Marsha, I had a lot of fun with this one!
What fun to be a guest at your fun, outdoor table, Jenna! I’d surely wear a hat!! All your recipe suggestions sound wonderful…thank you! Your cactus really turned out cute, as did your glasses!!
thank you Kitty, I had a lot of fun with this table! Busy weekend ahead with both the Kentucky Derby and Cinco de Mayo!
You never cease to amaze me with your talent and creativity. Love it all but especially the idea of using sombreros for the chips and the dessert tacos.
thank you Karen! The tacos are fun to serve, and delicious too!
You make every occasion truly special with your table settings and your recipes…Happy Cinco de Mayo and Derby Day!
thank you Shirley!
I love all your hand painted appointments for Cinco de Mayo, everything looks so festive. Those cookies are just adorable! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday and you have a great week!
Miz Helen
thanks Miz Helen, I had a lot of fun with the cactus things!
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Thank you so much Marilyn, I am thrilled!
What a cute idea for a centerpiece. Love it!
Thanks, cactus fascinates me, I have had fun collecting a few things to use and enjoy!
Thanks so much for sharing your awesome post with us at Full Plate Thursday, 587. We sure have enjoyed featuring your post this past week and hope you will come back to see us again some time!
Miz Helen
Thank you Miz Helen!