Thanksgiving

I added a little bit to the tablescape. I decided that the centerpiece needed some oomph so I some branches.

I attempted to be artsy :-P. I was attempting for a woodsy theme.

The buffet with the iron squirrels holding tea lights and delicious desserts from my talented sister. We had pecan pie, pumpkin pie, and a cheesecake.

I used a golden cornucopia to hold the rolls. It was a delicious meal of turkey, candied yams, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, stuffing, cranberry sauce, cinnamon red hot pickles, broccoli, and rolls. Yes we have two types of potatoes, we have a family war those who prefer yams and those who prefer white on the holiday. We don't let it become a brawl we just make both!

Thanksgiving Tablescape

In our family, my sister and sister-in-law cook the sides and dessert, my mom makes the turkey, my brother and brother-in-law watch tv and I make the decorations. I have a sweet gig if you ask me, though the men may argue me down. I finished up the tablescape tonight (yes I am a little excited). As you will remember I had some burlap leftover from the hoedown. I decided to use a square of it over a white tablecloth. On top of that is some yellow crinkle tulle. In the center is one of the hurricanes with miniature pumpkins from the hoedown as well. I like to recycle and reuse in case you haven't noticed.

I wrapped the chandelier in the yellow crinkle tulle and secured it with a burnt orange ribbon. Don't worry the bulbs are not covered. Safety first!

 The plates and gravy boat were a find years ago from a Barron's catalog sale.

 I made place cards out of stationary paper, pipe cleaners and leaf garland bits. They are tucked in raffia tied around small votives. The little blob of color in the corner is a turkey. Gobble, gobble!

Happy Thanksgiving!