Thursday, November 3, 2011

A LITTLE SHINE FOR MY THANKSGIVING TABLESETTING




 In my last post I talked about my plans for my Thanksgiving table. It will have a dark lime and dark brown/umber color scheme.

The feeling is going to be a bit more rustic than my past centerpieces. I decided to have the elements of wood along with some natural elements such as artichokes, limes,nuts and twigs in a wooden box.

Now that I have the main core of the centerpiece figured out, I need to add some shine.
With all of these elements the one metal that came to my mind was pewter……..




As seen in the above image, I think the warm glimmer is such a perfect accent with wood and white ceramics.
Since I will be using my white dishes I think this will be a perfect choice for this years table.















I really like the way the silver ware is placed in the following images!




I could add some sprigs of rosemary in the arrangement to tie in this look for my table.










I think that any of the above ideas will work nicely with my over all design plan!!



I am well on my way! I am going to go  “THRIFTING,”  for some pewter pieces with a good friend of mine tomorrow. Wish me luck!!



“Enjoy the Process” Of:

Pulling together your
Thanksgiving table!

Kathysue
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21 comments:

  1. The enchanted homeNovember 3, 2011 at 2:34 AM

    Kathysue, love this post and love your inspirations...the green and brown is so earthy and rich. Cannot wait to see what you come up with. A friend of mine collects pewter everything and finds amazing deals on ebay, she is always scouring the site for deals, and has been able to create quite a collection of gorgeous pewter objects. Wishing you luck and know that whatever you come up with is going to be GORGEOUS!

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  2. laxsupermomNovember 3, 2011 at 4:44 AM

    Love the soft sheen of metals like pewter and zinc. Can't wait to see your table come together.

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  3. JulesNovember 3, 2011 at 5:08 AM

    Thanksgiving sounds so much fun, I am looking forward to seeing your finished table as I know it will be beautiful xx

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  4. L.Duncan@Home23DuncanBoysNovember 3, 2011 at 5:49 AM

    Love this idea, Kathysue! I was doing a titter chat yesterday where we were talking about decorating for the holidays. I am totally on board with more of a natural and rustic tablescape! That is exactly what I am doing!

    BTW, did I hear my favorite word? Thrifting??!! I think I'll go today too:)

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  5. Splendid SassNovember 3, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    Can't wait to see what you find, Kathysue. Your choices here will be gorgeous. Love the menu idea.
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  6. SHERRY HARTNovember 3, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    Yes...I agree...the tarnished look of pewter or old silver is just the bling you need :)

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  7. Wendi @ Classic Chic HomeNovember 3, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    Using pewter in your tablescape will look wonderful, especially combined with your the other ideas. The rosemary sprigs with the silverware will smell divine!
    Have a lovely day, Kathysue!
    ~ Wendi ~ xo

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  8. The Buzz BlogNovember 3, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    I love pewter and the older the better. Nothing like the patina and how it glows in candlelight... Love the inspiration, Kathysue!
    xxoo

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  9. Karen November 3, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    Hope you find some fabulous pewter on your excursion. Pewter would be the perfect accent to the other elements you're planning for your Thanksgiving table.

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  10. KarenNovember 3, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    Kathysue,
    I'm working on my Thanksgiving table setting plans and this provided me with added inspiration. Thank you,
    Karen

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  11. VictoriaNovember 3, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    Your concept for the Thanksgiving table is really coming together beautifully. Good luck thrifting. I know whatever you decide upon will be warm and inviting like the rest of your home.
    Best...Victoria

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  12. Linda in AZ *November 3, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    *** What PRETTY table ideas you have, Kathysue~~~ (then again, ANYthing you do ALWAYS turns out "PERFECTAMUNDO"!)...

    *** NOTE: I am going to TRY to REMEMBER the name of the BLOG I looked at/read yesterday~ You'd love it (!!!), as she had LOTS of great photos to inspire you, with THE YUMMY COLOR COMBO you want to do!!! WHEN (OK, "IF"!!!) I can remember the NAME, will write you back!!! ("Oh, memory, please work now"!)...

    Happy day, Kathysue!

    Warmest,
    Linda in AZ *
    bellesmom1234@comcast.net

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  13. Taylor GreenwaltNovember 3, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    Kathy Sue, your Thanksgiving table is going to look beautiful. So festive. All these ideas. Cant wait to see the real deal!

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  14. helen tilstonNovember 3, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    Hi Kathysue

    I love pewter and wish you happy hunting and a joyful day
    I look forward to seeing your completed Thanksgiving table

    Helen xxx

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  15. Marcus DesignNovember 3, 2011 at 8:14 PM

    I ALWAYS love your holiday inspirations!! And I wish I could go thrifting with you tommorow :( I hope you find amazing pieces!
    Nancy xo

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  16. Mary Ann PickettNovember 3, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    Love that pewter look...and that finish on light fixtures. I just ordered reading sconces in pewter for a client.

    Your family will be so appreciated and lucky to be sitting at your Thanksgiving table.

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  17. Luciane at HomeBunch.comNovember 4, 2011 at 5:33 AM

    You always prepare your posts w/ so much care, so much love. It's so evident.

    We already had our Thanksgiving here in Canada. It was great, but this post is inspiring me for next year. I love learning w/ you!

    Have a blessed weekend!!!

    xo

    Luciane at HomeBunch.com

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  18. debra @ 5th and stateNovember 4, 2011 at 6:25 AM

    cozy, cozy.......love all these elements kathysue. cannot wait to see your finished table
    debra

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  19. Janell @ House of FiftyNovember 4, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    Love the silverwear images...simply gorgeous! I need to learn to set a beautiful table! Janell

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  20. BabsNovember 5, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    Beautiful photos of the candle sticks and other pewter pieces.I love pewter! Can't wait to see your final Thanksgiving decor.

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  21. annie@mostlovelythingsNovember 7, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    I hope you had better luck thrifting than I did...went to a flea market on Sunday...they said rain or shine, but everyone was packing up. Can't really blame them. I absolutely love the little piece of gold velvet ribbon tying up the silver. So easy, but so perfect too!

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I would love to hear from you, Kathysue