This tablescape comes from a beginner’s class I taught on “How to Create a Christmas Tablescape.” I gave the ladies the bare minimum items and the only criteria was 1) use the napkin and silverware in a creative way that is not typical of a traditional place setting and 2) leave appropriate room for serving pieces. I think they succeeded! What do you think?
This year for Thanksgiving I wanted a more natural looking table with out a lot of fuss. Just like the Pilgrims and Indians I gathered pumpkins, pinecones, gourds, nuts, few candles and deer antler candle holders. My dad made mine but I am sure the Pilgrims and Indians had a pair too. :o)
Keeping with the natural theme I didn’t feel a table cloth was needed. Instead I used a piece of burlap for a runner. Next I brought in all the items I had collected and layered them along the center of the table. For plates I stuck to simple white with brown chargers.
This is probably one of the simplest tablescapes I have ever put together for a Thanksgiving table but in a way it is one of my favorites. Now pull up a chair and join us. I hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving. We sure have a lot to be thankful for!
Snapped a few pictures at Sonnenburg Gardens while out having lunch today. Enjoy!
Today I arranged the flowers for Sonnenburg Flower Show buffet table. I mainly used the same flowers I purchased for the mantel. I chose a fallish container I already had to give height. The traditional arrangement was a breeze to put together. I was really happy with the way it turned out.
Today I am meeting with our local florist to choose my flowers.
