Part of my preparations for my Thanksgiving workshops this week is creating a table setting and centerpiece. I wanted it to feel real. I don't know about everyone else, but I'm getting a little tired of overly staged and styled 'tablescapes' with their stacks of crowded props, and too tall and too massive of centerpieces. I thought, "If I went to the Barefoot Contessa or Martha Stewart's (circa 1996) house for Thanksgiving, what would it look like?" It would be decidedly classic, simple, and traditional.
My style is not traditional in an old world, dusty fashion, but in a clean, modern approach. Does that make any sense at all?
It's not Thanksgiving without a jumbled mix of chairs, right? I used slipcovered at the head and black painted ladder back.
I made this rose, mum and broom cob arrangement, using a pumpkin as a vase. We've all seen this a thousand times, but I think it is so perfect for Thanksgiving, that I just had to do my own version.
DIY Instructions for creating the centerpiece, here.
I love using white Hemstitch Napkins with these dishes.
Also, I included a velvet and linen pillow in the head chairs for a little extra luxury.
Step-by-Step DIY Instructions for creating the centerpiece, here.
Shop the Hemstitch Linens featured on this table here >
Hemstitch Napkins (4 for $28), Runner ($28) & Placemats (2 for $16) available in my store, here >
These are my favorite Fall Candles ($10.50) and are such an inexpensive way to make a table spectacular.
A touch that we add every year to our Thanksgiving Table - "We Are Thankful For" Place cards. 10 for $5.
Here is the easy-to-pin strip!
and...
Happy Thanksgiving Planning!
DIY Instructions for creating the centerpiece, here.
lovely, jenny! you have a real gift with table settings!!
ReplyDeleteFantastic table setting and those chairs look so cushy!:)
ReplyDeleteLovely, just lovely.
ReplyDeleteI am also tired of overlt stylized table settings...
I too have wondered about the plates stacked four and five (more) deep at each place setting and wonder who has the energy (time) to wash, or load all of them into the dishwasher!
ReplyDeleteI must say 1996 seems to have been a good year for you to refer back to. My November 1996 Bon Appetite is my favorite "go to" for many Thanksgiving recipes.
Linda Hess
Beautiful and it looks like a REAL Thanksgiving table. One question...I have always put my napkin...serviette...on the left?
ReplyDeleteThis is just stunning! the colors and flowers you chose for the pumpkin arrangement are perfect...
ReplyDeleteJenny,
ReplyDeleteIt's gorgeous and I love the simplicity of it, very MS or Barefoot Contessa. I was very sad that WS discontinued that particular wine glass. I liked the looks of it and it reminded me of a pricier version Ina uses.
Such a wonderful table setting.
Karen
Looks great, simple & pretty! I noticed your ladder back chairs are now black, can I ask what paint/finish did you use on them? I need to refinish mine and I love the look of yours. Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteSimple and beautiful. I'm sure you already know that Ina Garten's favorite color flower is orange ;o)
ReplyDeleteI did- but hadn't thought about it for this! Too funny!! She must have really subconsciously inspired me!
DeleteThe centerpiece looks beautiful. I am probably going to do it for our thanksgiving dinner. I have a random question to ask but dont know if this is the right place. I am in the market looking for some good cooking utensils. I would definitely prefer a complete set. I currently have some non-stick dishes that are wearing off. Is there a specific brand that you recommend? I dont want anything very pricey. I hope you dont mind me asking.
ReplyDeleteThe thought you have shared about Hemstitch Linens really appreciative.
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