Here's ours:

It's a Parsons style walnut table, custom built in Brooklyn NY. It's very sturdy, the log/wood is a bit rustic in and of itself I suppose, timeless, comfortable, seats 10 easily, no legs in the way, not French country though.... :-)

I love a large round table. Our dining room is very large and we ended up with a rectangle shaped table that seats 12 but I wish I had held out for one large round table. Sitting at a round table is so conducive to visiting with everyone at the table (not true of large long tables). You need a bit of room for a large round though.

catmom - that is a beautiful table and setting - love your windows and view.

Thank you cattknap (love your username BTW!).

We've since added the shelf over the buffet (from the same log as the table and buffet!), and wall-mounted flat speakers on either side of that window.

This is what I have (old pic, no WTs).

I love it but what I really wanted (dream table) was more along the lines of a table that's in the link. Not this particular brand but it has the shape and features.

It would be a planked trestle table that was very distressed. The ends could be pulled out to provide more seating but wouldn't have to stay that big. That style can fit in almost any decor.

Here is a link that might be useful: Tables

I LOVE a Queen Anne table when the feet are proportioned nicely. But it has to be delicate, no ball and claw foot. In cherry.

For many years, I have had an antique dining table, unmatched to the chairs, and I love the look. I believe that if the finish on a table has held up pretty well through maybe 80+ years of dining, I ought to be able to enjoy the table too. My last one, just sold through CL, had rope edge trim and ball/claw pedestal feet. The one I have now, is gateleg with burl finish top. But my dream table is a little different. It would also be old, but very substantial and chunky. Rustic. Long. Able to seat 10 people with no leaf. Dark weathered finish. And it would take 3 men to move it. My current table took 2 men to move it, but they both almost collapsed before they got it set in place. I need a 3-man table....

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I like oval tables-antique in natural cherry or similar wood- with turned legs and leaves to add for large dinners.

My other choice is an antique harvest table- very narrow compared to most tables and rectangular, but very long to seat at least 12 easily. Saw one once and didn't buy it. Have been kicking myself ever since (one reason I always say, "if you love it, get it"). Would love to go the custom route in the coming years if I can't find another like the one I saw before.

Like all your tables posted above, too!

My French country dream table would have a harp base and distressed finish. Alas, I was pushed into a basic walnut farm house table and I have to admit that it will gnaw at me that I did not stick to my guns for what I knew I wanted.

I love round tables too, it is great for conversations. In this case it is glass topped. The see-thru quality of the glass helps make the room not seem as cramped, plus I love the easy care of glass.

Old photo..

IF I could have the table of MY dreams -- it would be a round table ..... if I won a lottery .... it would be the one by Oscar de la Renta that actually expands through a series of radial additions. Gorgeous!

Jan at Rosemary Cottage

Here is a link that might be useful: Oscar de la Renta dining table

I've had this 19th century farm table for 20 yrs now. One of my fav pieces. Found it in my of my antique/flea markets in CO...wasn't expensive. You might try that route first.

Don't forget to keep checking your local Craigs List!

It is amaxing to see all of the tables (and complete sets!) that are available around our area (Dallas-Fort Worth)

Jan at Rosemary Cottage

Here is a link that might be useful: Dallas Craigs List example dining

Dang, Jan!

WOW, some gorgeous tables! If there is one I would *have* to purchase, the last one TEACATS posted on CL would have to be it. I do like round tables cause they seem more intimate. However, most, even w/a leaf, are too small~I need a table that seats at least 12.

The one I have now is a French style w/leaves that pull out from each end and don't sag~very sturdy. It's has a herringbone pattern in-laid top w/2 different woods. The legs are curved w/a raised design on the 'bend' and further down on the foot. I purchased it from a consignment shop for $150 w/6 chairs that I don't use with it. I keep them out in the garage for extras. ;o)

My long-time favorite style table is a rustic antique farm table with turned legs - either round or rectangular. They're charming, easy to maintain with a waxed finish, and each new scratch and dent made by my munchkins just add to the character.

Jant - I love yours!

I've just ordered my dream table made of reclaimed pine. It's distressed, seats 10 even without the extensions, and has a trestle base, which I'm not usually overly fond of but I think this one has the character of turned legs.

Here is a link that might be useful: RH Trestle Table

Beautiful pics, everyone.

So warm and comforting.

Smiles:)

This would do it for me. I love the balance of rustic and refined elements. It seats 10 comfortably (no plywood needed!) and you don't have to baby the finish. Oh, these chairs are TDF as well.
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Thanks everyone for the response and the pictures! Lots to inspire and dream about! Keep the ideas rolling if you please!

, tiad, that is exactly the type of table I wanted.

Our 60" round fits 8. It's a bit of a squeeze but that's because the chairs are oversized. I fell in love with large round tables they use at in restaurants on cruise ships. Gives everyone an opportunity to be "equal". Conversations are easier. So that's what I insisted on when we remodeled 2 years ago.

This is my cousin's kitchen table not her formal dining room, which I like. I myself have a heart pine farm table that I have posted too many times. (lol)

....Jane

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Juddgirl I still love your killer table!

Newdawn - what a wonderful table and setting! Jant - ditto - love it!

Thanks cattknap. Here is another picture of another cousin's kitchen table. They are going to kill me if they knew, yikes.

Jant I love your room too!

....Jane

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Old World. In fact, we are waiting for delivery of a new dining table we purchased. It is a double pedestal table that can seat 8 comfortably. I can't wait! Now I want to shop for new table linens, center pieces and slip covers for the end chairs.

I love the look of the Restoration Hardware Farmhouse table, but it's not practical with legs in the way. I've since found a table online that I like but our house will be finished next summer, so I have some time to decide.

I'm looking for a 42" x 96" farmhouse table with a waxed finished.

Here is a link that might be useful: trestle table

newdawn - I'm loving your cousin's dining room (they're both nice but the first one is perfect!) I was originally planning on windsor chairs for my dining room, and DH still complains that I went another way with my girly Shabby Chic chairs!