Setting the Table: Thanksgiving

Setting the table for a traditional holiday meal does not have to be all that traditional. It is way more fun to do something unexpected and outside the normal harvest looking routine. Getting inspiration can come from anywhere. A Thanksgiving table should be festive and warm, with touches of tradition.  

Images from Pinterest

My fantasy table this year...

1. Runner $30 2. Coral Vase  $20 3. Wooden Hurricane $40 

4. Clear Column Votives $10-$30 5. Golden Rhino  $38 

6. Tortoise Glasses $60 7. Scalloped Plates $20 (set of 4) 

8. Gold Dipped Flatware $38 9. Cocktail Napkins $3

With touches of tradition in the warm orange tones and white scalloped plates, it is easy to mix in some modern and rustic pieces. Using fruit and magnolia leaves instead of bouquets of flowers is a nod to the whole harvest theme, without being cheesy. I like mixing up all these different types of accessories too, it makes the table way more interesting. And who doesn't want a couple of gold rhinos peeking from behind a candle? 

xo

Erin 

Set the Table: Cinco de Mayo

To go with my recipe on Monday, I was thinking of how to set the scene with a few easy pieces. Instead of the over-the-top decor of so many fiestas, let's try a more sophisticated approach...

 Set of four Tumblers $18

Walnut Serving Tray (on sale) $58

Sacaton Dinner Plate $20

Azure Tablecloth $128

Spicy Grapefruit Margarita 

I am totally obsessed with the plates. The pop of orange with a great print is the perfect backdrop for a fun meal. The cobalt blue in the tumblers is a great contrast with the richness of the wood tray. As for the Spicy Grapefruit Margarita (recipe here), it not only looks delicious but color coordinated. Who could ask for more? 

xo

Erin

Halloween Table Setting

I hosted a "Fright Night" dinner for my girlfriends last weekend and thought I would share my table setting with all of you. I am not much for "themes" or too much when it comes to holiday decorating, but I had fun putting this setting together for a casual girls night. 

I kept the place mats casual and the napkins were paper in a preppy print, but orange for the occasion. The wax lips were a fun way to start the meal off with lots of laughs and pictures. 

I found the skull votive candles at Z Gallerie on sale. The tiger striped pumpkins were a steal at Trader Joe's. 

The glasses were a last minute addition that I found hidden away from when I received them as a wedding gift. The tulips were easy to put together. 

1. Fill three containers with water

2. Trim off excess leaves off tulips and bring together in a bouquet bunch. Trim length down to an inch or two higher than the container. 

3. Secure with a rubber band. Take one of the small leaves you trimmed off and wrap around the rubber band to hide it. Use a pin to secure (I used some old earrings). 

That was dinner at my house on Saturday and my attempt at Halloween decorations for grown ups. The flowers are holding up great and I have to say it makes me want to get even more festive as the holidays come closer. At least a little bit. 

xo

Erin 

Weekend Wishes

I have just one wish this weekend, that  everyone has a great weekend and Easter.

I saw this pretty arrangement of tulips and thought it was the perfect centerpiece for any Easter table. Flower arranging is something that I am hoping to improve on this year and this lovely picture came with instructions and a video courtesy of Martha.

I was also thinking that instead of pink ribbon, I have some scraps of some really nice wrapping paper that I might just have a use for now. Don't you hate just throwing that away?

I am loving the glasses and monochromatic look of the rest of the table. It really helps the flowers stand out.

I hope these make it to your table in some form or it gives you the nudge to buy some flowers for yourself. You deserve it.

Happy Weekend!

xo
Erin