Thanksgiving Tablescapes: Found it at Briggs
Hosting Thanksgiving dinner can be a lot of work, but it's also a rewarding experience. After all, what's better than gathering your loved ones around the table to enjoy a delicious meal and celebrate the holiday? One way to make your Thanksgiving dinner even more special is to create a beautiful tablescape.
A tablescape is simply a decorative arrangement of the table for a meal. It can be as simple or as elaborate as you like, but it's a great way to add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your Thanksgiving dinner.
If you're not sure where to start, here are a few tips on how to create a Thanksgiving tablescape:
Choose your theme. What kind of look are you going for? Traditional? Modern? Rustic? Once you know your theme, you can start to choose your colors and décor.
Pick a centerpiece. The centerpiece is the focal point of your tablescape, so choose something that is both eye-catching and festive. A vase of fresh flowers, a basket of gourds, or a cornucopia filled with fruit and vegetables are all classic Thanksgiving centerpieces.
Set the table. Use chargers, placemats, and cloth napkins to add a touch of luxury to your tablescape. Be sure to set each place setting with a fork, knife, spoon, and glasses for water and wine.
Add the finishing touches. Place cards, candles, and other small decorative items can really tie your tablescape together.
Here are a few specific ideas…
Rustic tablescape: Use a burlap tablecloth and wooden chargers to create a rustic look. Add a centerpiece of pinecones and acorns, and decorate the table with candles in mason jars.
Traditional tablescape: Use a white tablecloth and silver chargers to create a traditional look. Add a centerpiece of fresh fall flowers in a crystal vase, and decorate the table with candles in silver candelabras.
Modern tablescape: Use a navy tablecloth and gold chargers to create a modern look. Add a centerpiece of geometric shapes and metallic accents, and decorate the table with candles in votives.
Kid-friendly tablescape: Use a colorful tablecloth and plastic chargers to create a kid-friendly look. Use craft paper as a runner, and sprinkle crayons along the middle for drawing and games.
No matter what theme or style you choose, the most important thing is to have fun with it and create a tablescape that you love and is uniquely yours. Your guests will appreciate the effort you put into making everyone’s Thanksgiving dinner special!
Here are a few ideas using items from the November 3 Discovery Auction…
