woodsy brown Thanksgiving tablescape + 25 more!

a few years ago i created a lovely Thanksgiving table setting

and never shared it on the blog!

i just ran across the photos in a file, and decided they need the spotlight...

even though there's not a single touch of yellow in the photos ;) 

(i think i DID share it on Instagram that year)

the rustic woodsy warmth of this table decor exemplifies fall to me,

and i loved the way the elements reflect traditional style.

continue reading for the details...

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here are the elements in the centerpiece:

pumpkins painted with floral motifs pulled from my brown Staffordshire English china

are the main element of the centerpiece running down the center of the table.

smaller elements pull your eye in closer:

 white and brown ceramic pumpkins, resin glittered pinecone ornaments,

and faux branches with oak leaves and acorns dusted with clear glitter.

back in 2014, i purchased a dozen of these branches

in the Disneyland Cast Member store when i was a cast member -

they had been previously used in the Christmas decor

in retail stores in the 'Frontierland' area at Disneyland.

since then, i've used them for Thanksgiving and Christmas

on a few of our Christmas trees, a fall wreath, and this tablescape.

i placed two of our porcelain tile floor pieces as a 'table runner'...

their warm faux wood finish is a perfect platform for the centerpiece:

then i used a few pieces of china to create levels for the center display:

 

saucers at table level and on top of plain white coffee cups

lift some of the elements up - which creates visual interest

and allows placement of smaller elements under the raised saucers. 

a few votives in clear glass cups add warm light to the scene.

the large vintage serving pieces on the table await being filled with food - 

want an easy tip for that?

place the vintage serving pieces ON the table to make sure they fit.

then put the food into CLEAR serving bowls and platters,

and sit those on top of the china to serve. 

not only is it easy,

this method also prevents having to put big china pieces

into the dishwasher when dinner is over -

just put the clear bowls and platters with leftovers into the fridge

and easily hand-rinse the china bowls & platters clean! 

details of the place settings:

at each place setting, a large brown felt leaf serves as a placemat.

my white ceramic plates are topped with a brown Staffordshire plate,

then a floral salad plate from a vintage tea set - 

which could be for salad or moved below the tea cup to hold bread.

tea cups + saucers, frosted wine glasses with gold stems, 

and gold flatware finish off each place with warmth.

a rolled white damask napkin is held in place by a gold napkin ring,

with one  of the glittered oak leaves wired onto it for a final finishing touch.

i hope these ideas inspire you to gather up some natural and decorative elements

from around your home to create a warm & welcoming Thanksgiving table this year!

speaking of Thanksgiving tablescape inspiration...

every year, i share a round-up of ALL of my past posts

containing tips, tricks, inspiration and ideas

for creating lovely Thanksgiving table settings using what you have on hand
with the goal of helping you save money and still host a lovely gathering.

most of these 25 tablescapes are simple to pull together - a few are more detailed,
two are set outdoors, three are for buffets, and one is specifically for the kids' table!

 click on each title to read the entire post, 

where you'll find all the details and resources to help you out...

Rosy Yellow Table

Paisley Garden Table

Rustic Friendsgiving Buffet 
Fall Picnic
Frosted Fall Leaves Table

 Vintage White & Tan Table

 Vintage Black White & Tan Table

 Spicy Table

 Spicy Table part deux

 Green Table

 Urban Style Table

 Urban Bar Buffet Table

 Vintage Pink Table

 Vintage White Table

 Vintage Silver Table

 Vintage Brown Table

 Fabulous Fall Tables

 Autumn Picnic Table

 Thanksgiving Tea Table

 Modern Table

 Kids' Table 

 Thanksgiving Buffet Table

 A Tasty Table

 Last Minute Table

 Simple Table

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