I can’t even believe Thanksgiving is a week and a half away! (Well, not quite…) How in the world did that happen?!
The fact is, it’s here, it’s going to happen, and I have to get ready!!
I’m hosting Thanksgiving at my house this year so I’ve got to start thinking about my table (among other things). I’m pretty excited about it because I have a new (to me) dining table that will seat 10 people! Woo hoo!
I want to make it pretty and inviting so I’ve been browsing fall tablscapes and I ‘ve gotten a lot of great ideas. Today, I’m sharing 10 Tips for Creating an Inviting Thanksgiving Table.
Let’s get started!
1. Use nature — Twigs, pumpkins, gourds, wheat…it all looks so beautiful and inviting in a Thanksgiving tablescape.
Source: Dear Lillie
Source: Pinterest
Source: BHG
2. There are no rules — meaning, you don’t have to have placemats, chargers, fancy china or dinnerware to make it beautiful. Sometimes a few simple things you already own combined with some creativity are all that’s needed to make a welcoming display.
Source: Everyday Occasions
3. You don’t have to use typical fall colors — pops of blues, greans,whites and a hint of red make this table sing. I especially love the blue and white bowls — so fresh and lovely! I don’t think I even need to mention these gorgeous flower arrangements. I mean, WOW!
Source: The Lettered Cottage
The picture below is from the Life in Grace blog. She called it her “Bohemian (Rhapsody) Thanksgiving Tablescape.” It’s so alive and full of color — love it!!
Source: Life in Grace
4. Candles make it cozy — whether it’s a simple votive candle or several tall candlesticks, candles set a warm, cozy mood that makes everyone feel good.
Source: BHG
Source: Good Housekeeping
5. You can never go wrong with silver — Look how beautiful this silver looks with the gorgeous dishes. Now look a little more closeley…it doesn’t match! Still looks great, doesn’t it?!
Source: Vignette Design
Pottery Barn’s use of mercury glass pumpkins, silver chargers, silver napkin rings, silverware and silver candlesticks make this table pop.
Source: Pottery Barn
Keep in mind you don’t have to buy everything from Pottery Barn or other expensive places. Estate sales, garage sales, clearance bins, Goodwill — they’re all great sources for a lot of these perfectly good, shiny items. Don’t forget, a can of silver spray paint can go a long way to add a little sparkle to your table!
6. Use stuff you find outside for free — This is always a favorite tip for me. The possibilities are really endless! Twigs, horse apples, magnolia leaves, evergreen branches, apples, pears, pomegranites, acorns, nuts — you name it! Wherever you live there is something that can be used to decorate your fall table for FREE!
Source: (2 pictures above) BHG
7. When in doubt, use white or cream as your main color. I’ve seen a lot of beautiful tablescapes and some of the most beautiful use white as their main base layer of color.
Source: BHG
Source: Country Living
8. There really is no substitute for fresh flowers. If you can afford to splurge on some fresh flowers, it’s totally worth it. One simple display makes a huge impact.
Source: Vignette Design
9. Cloth napkins class up the joint. Sure, it creates additional laundry but they look so nice – don’t you think?
Source: (all three photos above) Everyday Occasions
I love how she showed the same place settings with three different napkins and a different embellishment.
(Cloth napkins can be totally home-made, too. Can’t sew? Cut inexpensive fabric and fray your edges on purpose!)
10. Placecards, menus and food labels give the table and side-board that extra special touch.
I have never done this before but I love the idea. It really makes the table special, I think.
Source (2 pictures above): Dear Lillie
Source (2 pictures above): Martha Stewart
The cute pilgrim card sets above are available in Dear Lillie’s online shop.
There’s nothing like a beautiful, well set table. I hope these little tips gave you some inspiration.
Also, I’d love to see your holiday tables. If you have a blog, please share your links in the comments. If you don’t have a blog, please share a picture on my Facebook page. I’d love to hear from you!
Linking up to:
Lovely Crafty Home
Tatertots & Jello
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thanks for the inspiration. Huge flea markets (i.e. Rose Bowl Flea Market) are a great place to find beautiful mix and match silverware.
Hi Julie, just stopping by to say how delightful your blog is. Thanks so much for sharing. I have recently found your blog and am now following you, and will visit often. Please stop by my blog and perhaps you would like to follow me also. Have a wonderful day. Hugs, Chris
http://chelencarter-retiredandlovingit.blogspot.ca/
Thanks, Chris! Glad to have you here!
These tablescapes are fabulous. I am hosting Thanksgiving. Thanks for all the inspiration.
Ruth