4 (extremely) DIFFERENT Thanksgiving Tables

Looking for tablescape ideas around the holidays is one of my favorite things to do. Everyone has their own style and the things they choose for their table can say so much about their holiday style.

The Traditionalist loves the warmth of the season. The texture combinations speak above all else: tree bark on the candle holders, the wood slice coasters, the blanket table runners, all together form a lovely glimpse at an autumnal Thanksgiving. (image via holly mathis interiors)

The Minimalist goes subtle with simple, natural elements. She likes to focus on creating memories and her low tablescaple keeps conversations open. The contrast of the bright clementines atop the greenery stems keeps things happy and light. (image via yummy mummy kitchen)

The Sophisticate goes modern with black and white stripes with metallic gold accents. Hints of natural greens and creams keep things seasonal while the main components of the table could be recycled for any season- keeping her signature look consistent. (image via giggles galore)

The Whimsical gives nod to the holiday by using seasonal shapes and elements but with a colorful and playful twist. Her non-traditional color scheme and less-is-more attitude creates a fun-loving atmosphere just like her personality. (image via oh happy day)

Which tablescape are you? Does your holiday decor match your personality?

Thankful: Family and Friends

Today I am thankful for my family and my friends; they are the people that inspire me, support me, and push me to succeed in every aspect in life.

Top to bottom: My parents, siblings and me about two years ago. My siblings and me last fall. My best friends from the college years two years ago. My best friends from high school show choir eight years ago, of which I am still close.

I hope that everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving and you tell those you are thankful for how much they mean to you.

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Thanksgiving tablescape

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A great way to lift your food or flowers up off the table without purchasing expensive dishes? Permanently create amazing platters for your food by hot-gluing your favorite platter to an upside-down bowl or teacup. Use a color that matches the plate to make it look as if it came that way.

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Thanksgiving tablescape

Today I must share a tablescape I came across on the creamylife blog. It is so gorgeous. Ludmila also pulled together a moodboard of the things you need to pull off this look.



Follow this link for the creamylife Thanksgiving tablescape.

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Thankful: things I Love

images via: 1&2 elle decor, 3 La Vie Photography, 4&5 this is glamourous, 6 design fabulous


it may be silly to be thankful for material things, but they convenience my life and for that, I am thankful.
what are you thankful for?


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Thanksgiving tablescape

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Using a drill bit the size of your candle (either tapered or votive) drill out a hole in your mini pumpkin. Take it about 3/4 of the way down into the pumpkin. If you do not have a drill, use a utility knife to cut a hole and an X-Acto knife to carve it out. Or stack two pumpkins together, one all the way drilled through, the other the same as previously. Secure them together with straight pins on the bottom side.

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Thanksgiving tablescape

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Use linen placemats on your Thanksgiving table but dress them up with leave prints. Choose subdued colors like these in the photo and decide how you want your leaf print. You could do a border, a couple leaves clustered in the corner, or cover the entire fabric. A leave template can be found here, or just gather some leaves from outside. Paint them with a fabric paint and press them onto the fabric.

Not using placemats? This idea would be lovely on napkins or a table runner as well.

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Thankful: Dream Job

Today I am thankful for my amazing career. I truly am the luckiest girl in the world when it comes to my job. In college I changed my major to interior design despite the fact I knew it would be nearly impossible to get a job in my hometown where I wanted to stay. But I wanted to give design a try and I figured if I didn't really love it, I could always change my major. But I did love it and even though I knew the job market would be competitive, I stuck with it.

I was able to get an internship with the only design firm in my town, which was perfect because I could still work on campus for the summer. I loved my internship and I grew so close to the people I worked with. A year later I graduated and I applied to every design firm in the state of Indiana. But the economy had gotten worse and I only interviewed with one firm, who ended up not hiring at all. So I started working odd jobs.

Three months after graduation I got a call from Andrew who said they needed a designer right away because they were so busy. I interviewed with Jennifer the next day and received an offer at the end of the week. I gave my current employer a week's notice and started planning for life as a designer.

I truly believe that all things happen for a reason. I am so thankful for the opportunities I have had the past two years with David Dale Designs. Everyday I am challenged by a new task that keeps my mind creative and fresh- at least I hope. I work along side of people who help me and teach me; people that share my morals and beliefs.

 

Jennifer, Andrew, Linda, and Monica.

Jeff and Yours Truly.

My first project completed.

What are you thankful for?

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Thanksgiving tablescape

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Create this simple tablescape with just a few items that you probably already have in your house. Dry out corn husks from your corn-on-the-cob and wrap the pieces around a glass candle holder. These shown are votives but they could work for a variety of sizes. Tie them with ribbon or twine. Wrap the husks around flower vases as well to keep the look monolithic.

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Thanksgiving tablescape

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These awesome felt leaves are perfect for placemats or under hot dishes to protect your table. Cut them out in all colors and sizes and scatter them all over the table. You can find a template here and just adjust the scale size on your copier.

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