I am continuing the theme that I started with my farmhouse fall mantel that is filled with more of the same elements. You can get a better look at it here.
And here it is! I love the simplicity…not too much fuss and lots of texture! At the heart of it all is my rustic galvanized tool box, a favorite $20 find from an antique festival last year.
If it looks familiar, that’s because it was the star of my farmhouse Christmas tablescape last year, filled with chunky candles wrapped in vintage upholstery webbing, frosted magnolia leaves and berries. You can see more of it here.
Here’s a closer look at the toolbox. I his time I have filled it with a fall leaf garland topped with faux bittersweet, pumpkins and pine cones. Simple cream taper candles add warmth.
I have to say that I love this guy! He has such a wonderful patina and lots of character from years of use!
And…he’s the perfect complement to my Gorham Octette pewter goblets and flatware! I love those big, chunky handles! They just say farmhouse to me! And to add even more texture, I am using grapevine wreaths as chargers...fun!
The plates are some of my favorites…Felice by Chris Madden…a fabulous Goodwill find at $10 for a service for four…perfect for our small family! Simple fall leaves serve as place cards.
At either end of the tool box is a pewter candlestick, more of my Octette, wrapped in a bit of bittersweet. My burlap table runner serves as the base for the centerpiece.
There’s still plenty of time if you would like to make your own! You will find a detailed tutorial for my ruffled burlap table runner here.
And here’s a final look at my farmhouse Thanksgiving tablescape…just the perfect amount of texture and rustic elements with no fuss for my small family gathering! The “big people” will be sitting at this table…
…and the “little people” will have their own table next to us and their own special tablescape with the no-sew turkey placemats and pilgrim hat napkin rings that I have made! You will find the instructions for making them here.
And here’s even more Thanksgiving inspiration for you…with a look at my Thanksgiving tablescapes over the past few years!
Baby Kitty says this is his favorite time of year, too, when he is very much in vogue…with orange layered on white! And…the turkey giblets are not bad, either!
Thanks for stopping by! Please visit these wonderful bloggers and their beautiful blogs to see what they are up to and to find a list of this week’s participants.
Under the Table and Dreaming for the Sunday Showcase Party , Thrifty Decor Chick for Before and After Monday , Between Naps on the Porch for Tablescape Thursday , The Stories of A2Z for Tutorials and Tips Tuesday , Coastal Charm for the Show and Share Party , A Stroll thru Life for Inspire Me Tuesday , My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia for Inspire Me Monday, Savvy Southern Style for Wow Us Wednesdays , French Country Cottage for Feathered Nest Friday , Common Ground for Be Inspired on Fridays , The Charm of Home for Home Sweet Home Friday , Craftberry Bush for the Inspiration Gallery on Friday
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Debbie, this is so beautiful. I love your gorgeous centerpiece and the place setting for the children's table is such a great idea. So fun.
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful Debbie, can I come to your house? I won't eat...I'll just admire you decor and drool, so give me a napkin. Where did you get that awesome tool box?
ReplyDeleteI can't tell you how much I LOVE this tablescape!! Every element. Your centerpiece is breathtaking, and now I'm going to be hunting for a galvanized toolbox (I'm still hunting for a long, skinny wooden one!) I'll be using your idea of the fall leaf placecards (thank you very much!). It is all so very warm, welcoming and just sings, "Have a wonderful Thanksgiving Dinner!" Bravo, Debbie!
ReplyDeleteDebbie, fantastic table. Love the centerpiece and the dishes are so pretty
ReplyDeleteCindy
What a beautiful feeling you've created!
ReplyDeleteDebbie, this is such a beautiful table! I love the farmhouse look and the centerpiece is really perfect. It's great how you show using the same item several different ways each year. The grapevine wreaths make amazing chargers. It will be a small Thanksgiving this year with only three of us, but Christmas will see the whole family gather! Baby Kitty is always in style!
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Linda
BEAUTIFUL table!!! Love the tool box and those dishes!!! I used wreaths for my chargers too!!! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful table. I love the beautiful white china contrasted to the rustic look of the galvanized metal container and the burlap runner.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty and love the galvanized metal touches!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous table! i just love your centerpiece. Great inspiration! Enjoy your weekend! Maria
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! Love the way the toolbox looks and is so adaptable to different looks. Lovely!
ReplyDeleteLove your table! Love the tool box. Love the goblets and plates! Love love love it all! Did I mention I love it? haha
ReplyDeleteDebbie, I love your farmhouse decor. Everything is perfect. I can hardly wait to have the Thanksgiving dinner. I am joining friends, but will make my own little dinner so I have left overs - that's the best.Yum yum.
ReplyDeleteYour children's table is so cute and they will love that.
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving with your family and I ca smell the turkey and dressing already.
Mary
This is a lovely tablescape. I love your centerpiece.
ReplyDeleteOooooohhhh! Thank you for the idea. We have an old tool box salvaged from someone's trash. This is wonderful inspiration for its use!
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