I love to entertain! Who doesn’t right? I always said if when I win the lottery I will probably blow it all on throwing parties. Oh, and you’re totally invited when that happens! Holidays, birthdays, graduations, impromptu get togethers…you name it…I adore having people over, and will find any excuse to throw a party! I’m also one of those people that believes decor is just as important as the food and mood, so when I heard Layla and Kevin were having a fall table decorating party on their blog today, I just knew I had to join in.
I’m all about less is more. I used to love putting decorations everywhere for everything, but as I get older I realize there are key components that I like to stick to for a successful table setting.
HEIGHT- I think every tablescape needs drama. Whether it’s an elegant bouquet of flowers or simple pussy willow stems like above. You want your guests eyes to move up, down and all around while seated at the table, or helping themselves to a buffet. Believe it or not you can create height on a table with the most unusual items. I’ve done it with just using cardboard boxes under a table cloth, or in this case dollar store waste baskets. I.Kid.You.Not.
They look like they could be expensive candle holders right? Nope, just some wire trash baskets that I topped with a Ross clearance section candle lantern, and voila…instant drama! Which brings me too my next must have for any table scape…candles…and lots of them!
I always like to add simple little touches everywhere and in this case I ‘martini rimmed’ my votive holders with gold glitter. Super simple…here’s how I did it….
- Sprinkle some glitter onto a paper plate.
- Take a glue stick and press glue onto rim of glass, go around a few times.
- Dip your glued rim into the glitter.
- Twist glass in glitter and tap off excess.
Last but not least, don’t be afraid to mix and match.
I love the juxtaposition of having fresh white linen napkins against a rough burlap table runner. Or the fact that my silverware is just thrown simply into a vintage blue jar for easy access.
I love the idea of my every day dinnerware being set with the fine bone china and crystal stemware. In other words…don’t be afraid to ‘dumb it down‘ as I like to say. It doesn’t always have to be a black tie event, and it doesn’t always have to be paper plates and plastic forks. There’s a happy medium.
So there ya have it… My secrets to creating an inviting and beautiful table setting for you and your guests, and my 2012 fall tablescape!
I’m linking this up to:
And… you are Serving my Favorite WINE!!! TRIOS! hell yeah! I will bring some dessert! Beautiful table setting!
You can have the wine! I’ve got vodka chilling in the freezer! ;O) Blogger dinner party. Spread the word! Thanks girlie! xo
Yes Yes!! Fab pictures…it looks amazing!!
Thank you!!! xo
This is completely cool. I love the rustic-industrial feel! You have a hit on your hands
You’re the sweetest Shannon! You nailed it! That’s just what I was going for! xo
So pretty!
WOW, your dining room is gorgeous ! I love the votives, great idea!
Thank you Katy!
Love your tablescape! Using those trash cans was so clever and created sensational drama! Do you have a recipe for your butternut squash soup that you’re going to share?
I actually have a fabulous butternut squash soup recipe posted from last year! Here’s the link! http://www.firsthomelovelife.com/2011/10/from-scratch-butternut-squash-soup.html Enjoy…it is so ridiculously good!
Love the look it’s magazine cover worthy! Love the $1 store wire baskets idea. The height does add so much. Now if only I can get my toddler away from Thanksgiving table I can try the glitter votives! Thanks for the inspiration!
Thank you
Absolutely unique, elegant, and on trend tablescape. Height is key to capturing the eye and creativity holds it. The branches and wire basket accent proves your less is definitely so much more. Stunning!
It came out so great – casual, but elegant!
I love your tablescape. A great combination of industrial chic and warm accents of candlelight and pumpkins. That chalkboard is to die for too!
I love your Fall table. So elegant, simple and refined.
Sharon
Thank you Shannon!
I have to hit the $Tree and hunt for these wire baskets…. Love the look! Using the “finery” along with the rustic and industrial is great juxtaposition.
I LOVE it! Throw me a party!
Hi Christine. Just came across your blog from HomeTalk. Love your style so much!!! Did you make your DR table? I was trying to find a post about it but couldn’t. I have been considering a zinc table and wanted to talk to someone who has one. I’d love to hear your thoughts on it.
Thanks-
Brenda
Hi Brenda, I actually purchased the DR table as a floor model at Pottery Barn last year. I believe it’s called the Zinc top picnic table. I absolutely love it, and if you can make one i totally recommend it!
I like this style. The waste baskets are perfect because they aren’t solid. I also like the silverware being grouped together in a container instead of at the place setting.
Thanks so much Jae!
It looks great!! I LOVE that you repurposed a wastebasket!! The color combo you have going it FANTASTIC!! High Five!
Thank you
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Great tablescape! I love the simplistic and modern vibe. Also am in love with your chalkboard wall. I want one!!!
Such a beautiful tablescape! I love that you used unconventional items like waste baskets as part of the decor. It’s always fun pulling stuff together to see what new creation you can make.
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Thanks so much for your sweet comment Krystle! It is fun. I love it! XO
Ummm hello AMAING!!!!!! You are one creative gal! I am dying over the trash cans..I may have to go get me some tomorrow! I love the centerpiece, the chairs, the chalkboard…yes everything! I remember Katie Brown who used to have her own show…did a dining room or family room with a giant chalk board and I have loved that look ever since! Great job! Come link up to Centerpiece Wednesday and share this awesome Tablescape with us!
Karin
This looks AMAZING. Love how rustic, simple and inviting it looks!
You have such great ideas and I love the muted colors and industrial vibe. I just discovered your blog and I’m now following.
Have a great weekend!
Angela
Thanks so much Angela! You too XO
Where did you get those chairs? I love them!