This is the time of year when the frenetic pace of the holidays begins to kick in.
Well, this year I am officially stating I am going to try not to get caught up in it. Wish me luck!
With that came this simple yet stylish Thanksgiving table setting that I know you will be able to recreate with just a few tips and hints from me.
You will be amazed at where some of these pieces came from and most of it I already had.
Stay tuned at the bottom of this post because I will give you some shopping links in case you do not have these pieces in your home.
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This year we are not having a ton of people at our dinner so we will be sitting here in a less formal setting in the breakfast room.
I think it is a bit more intimate and cozy feeling here!
Recently we got this bamboo bench at a flea market for a steal (eh em . . . $50!)
I popped on some of my favorite pillows and it has found a home right here now.
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So you ready for some tips and hints??
Tip 1:
First up is a table linen. If you do not own a white table cloth just use a bed sheet.
This is not my dining room so I had no need to pull out my linen tablecloth this year.
This works just as well and is easy to throw in the wash and bleach.
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Tip 2:
This little (well big!) guy came from a antique store.
Shop your local antique malls for some unusual pieces to make your table have a whimsical feel.
I adore him and he has a few imperfections but that is what I love about old pieces. They are not perfect.
Reminds us that neither are we and we should be thankful for what we have and who we are.
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These gorgeous amber glasses also came from a thrift store.
They were only $1a piece. Such a great deal and I know I will use them for years to come.
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Tip 3:
Use faux florals across the table. Will you believe these florals and wide burlap ribbons came from Walmart?!! I know, right? Shocker but they actually have a decent floral section.
Though not large like the craft stores, you can still find some pretty florals for a good price.
My little grapevine pumpkins are a find from years ago but I’ve linked some below for you.
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Tip 4:
Make a simple table setting. I know easier said than done but here are a few ideas. Lay your napkin on a plate and add a point of interest.
This can either be the silverware wrapped with a ribbon, pinecones in a little vase (like what is below), or even a simple place card with a pumpkin. I think simple is always better.
It is going to be removed before they eat so the less fussy the better don’t you think??
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Tip 5:
Personalize your space. I added a little banner to each of the place settings too for a personal touch.
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They each say something different; Thankful, Grateful, Blessed.
I simply printed these out on some cardstock, cut them out, and placed them in between the pinecones.
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Aren’t they darling?! I created a free printable of them for you to enjoy too. You can download it right HERE.
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AnotherDIY project I created to help personalize my table are these little cards for everyone to fill out. You will die but this is too easy!
I cut up a paper grocery bag into stripes and used a Sharpie to draw out my lines and text at the top. Done!
I already had these wood pencils in my craft closet and I just added them to a milkglass bowl to pass around. I love to have everyone read these out during dinner!
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Lastly, I used our chalkboard sign to write a quote that embodies Thanksgiving to me. I love this saying and we look at this all the time.
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So there you have it. A stylish and simple Thanksgiving table setting. Who’s ready for a little shopping list so you can create a similar table??
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