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November 1, 2017

Thanksgiving Tablescape Using Natural Elements

Creating a Thanksgiving tablescape this past week felt sooo good.  I don’t know what it is about setting the table that brings me such joy.  Decorating is fun no matter the room or spot, but dressing our table fills my head with visions of fellowship with friends and family.

If you are hopping over here from Lacey and Kim, Styled with Lace, welcome!!  No doubt you have been inspired by their elegant table decor.  I love popping in on their blog, because there are always new ideas to gather.

fall table with natural elements

Taking turns clearing and setting the table was a constant growing up with my sister, and I don’t think I really ever minded setting it.  It wasn’t until my adult life and hosting a gathering of my own did I realize how fulfilling it is to add a special touch.

tablescape with left over mums

How gorgeous is that candle encased in mercury glass!  Sweet little shop called Zuzu Glow Candle Co. is where you can find this beauty.

The Struggle Is Real

Does anyone else struggle at keeping fall mums alive?  You cannot forget to water them one day, or they are down for the count 🙁  It probably helps to plant them in the ground, but I never do.  Each year I tell myself I will be better about making sure I water them (sometimes twice a day when it’s really warm outside) but I always seem to fail.

This year was no exception.  So, I clipped the remaining blooms from one that was half dead, and together with asparagus fern created a simple, yet stunning centerpiece.

fall centerpiece using natural elements

Recycling jars, whether they be from candles, jelly, honey, etc. is a simple way to add character when decorating with fresh clippings from your garden.   Together with a few painted antlers, they provided just the right amount of texture.

Thanksgiving tablescape adding antlers creates texture

DIY Napkin Rings

Ok, on to my favorite part of this post!  I believe napkins play a big role in completing a table setting.  There are so many fun ways to display a napkin with or without napkin rings.  I am eager to show you how I made napkin jewelry from sheets of aluminum from M-D Building Products, Inc.   You can find these sheets at Home Depot.

Thanksgiving tablescape DIY napkin rings

Items Needed

  • Decorative Sheets of Aluminum.  I used 12″ x 24″ x .020″ sheets in a variety of patterns and colors from M-D Building Products, Inc.  I used finishes in Mill, Brass, and Copper.
  • Metal working gloves from M-D Building Products, Inc.
  • Tin Snips from M-D Building Products, Inc.
  • A second pair of strong hands, in my case – Glenn 😉

Next

  • Measure how wide and long you want to cut your strips of aluminum for each napkin ring.  My strips were 12″ long and between 1.5 and 2″ wide.
  • Gently bend the strips creating a spiral shape.  This is where you may need an extra set of hands, because it isn’t easy to bend.

Finally

  • Lay your napkin flat, and pick up by the center.
  • Gently guide the top where you grabbed at the center through the bottom end of the napkin ring.  The corners may be a little sharp, so be careful.

Thanksgiving tablescape diy napkin rings

I absolutely love how they came out, and anytime I can make something unique is super rewarding.  After I finished setting the table, I realized how mixing metals became the theme.  There is quite a variety, but they all play well together!

Thanksgiving tablescape and copper napkin ring

I didn’t purchase any new dishes or table linens for this year’s Thanksgiving tablescape. It just goes to show how layering pieces, adding texture, and using fresh clippings from your own garden can create a simple, yet elegant table setting.

Thanksgiving tablescape using natural elements

I had originally planned on using these branches too, but I decided they were too much and, in this case, they took away from the simplicity I was trying to create. So I have been enjoying them as casual decor around the house instead.

Thanksgiving tablescape fall branches

Thanks for visiting!! Next head on over to Sheila, Maison de Cinq and continue gathering inspo for your tables!!

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Julie and Jodie, The Design Twins | Olivia, Reinvented Collection

Joan, 2 Ladies and a Chair | Oscar, Oscar Bravo Home

Judy, Life is Better at Home | Janine, Happy Happy Nester | Liz, Home and Fabulous

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Author and photos – Martha Knake

Chief Editor – Emily Schunke

Filed Under: Blog Hops, DIY done simple, Entertaining!, Farmhouse Kitchen, Simple Home Decorating, Tablescapes Tagged With: tablescape, thanksgiving centerpiece, Thanksgiving table, Thanksgiving tablescape

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Comments

  1. Laura King says

    November 26, 2017 at 2:04 pm

    I love your gold and white dinner plates you used for thanksgiving. Where did you buy them as it is do versatile and I would love to have for Christmas.

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 26, 2017 at 2:24 pm

      Hello, thank you so much!! The white dinner plates are from Homegoods, and the gold chargers are from Michaels!! Cheap!

      Reply
  2. Marci says

    November 4, 2017 at 9:00 am

    So pretty! I love using natural elements!

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 5, 2017 at 7:36 pm

      You are so amazing at tablescapes too! Thanks so much for your visit 💗

      Reply
  3. Kim Hazel says

    November 3, 2017 at 1:02 pm

    Martha, this is such a beautiful table! I love how you made the napkin holders, wow so clever!! So happy to be “hopping” with you!

    xoxo
    Kim & Lacey

    Reply
  4. Judey says

    November 3, 2017 at 1:51 am

    Martha your table is stunning!! Love how you clipped your mums and created such a unique centerpiece with them. Love the colours and the napkin rings too hun!

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 3, 2017 at 7:22 am

      Thank you so very much Judy, hugs!

      Reply
  5. Joan says

    November 2, 2017 at 4:24 pm

    Martha this is so beautiful! I need to remember I have an asparagus fern and use it…I love how beautiful it looks on your table. Clever way to make napkin rings! So much fun doing this hop with you! Happy Thanksgiving

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 3, 2017 at 7:22 am

      Likewise Joan!! I adore getting to know you all better <3

      Reply
  6. Janine says

    November 2, 2017 at 4:10 pm

    Martha,
    I studied every photo and enjoyed every nook and cranny of your table! I love that you made your own napkin rings, you’re so clever. Thanks for joining our blog hop with such a gorgeous post!

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 3, 2017 at 7:23 am

      Thank you for such a kind compliment Janine <3 Love doing these blog hops!

      Reply
  7. Ashley says

    November 2, 2017 at 12:52 am

    Martha I love how you used simple clippings from the garden to create such a gorgeous table! And I’m obsessed with those DIY napkin rings! You are too clever!

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 2, 2017 at 6:47 am

      So sweet of you to say, thanks so much Ashley!

      Reply
  8. Mysha says

    November 1, 2017 at 11:02 pm

    Martha what a great idea for napkin holders! I’m takin notes girl

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 2, 2017 at 6:47 am

      Awe thanks Mysha, that’s a high compliment!!

      Reply
  9. Sheila says

    November 1, 2017 at 10:17 pm

    Martha, I love this so much! it’s so simple and sweet, and perfect for Thanksgiving! I think I especially love your simple centerpiece with mums and asparagus fern!

    Sheila
    xo

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 2, 2017 at 6:46 am

      Simple indeed, thank you so much for visiting Sheila!

      Reply
  10. Lizbeth Carrillo says

    November 1, 2017 at 3:56 pm

    Martha, your table is amazing! loving the softer colors that you used.

    Xo, Lizbethh

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 2, 2017 at 6:46 am

      Thanks so much Lizbethh!

      Reply
  11. Ingrid Bohannon says

    November 1, 2017 at 11:11 am

    Martha,
    Everything looks so refreshing and inviting. Great job! I can’t wait to see what you do for Christmas!!! :)xo
    Ingrid

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 1, 2017 at 12:20 pm

      Thank you for being such a great friend Ingrid <3

      Reply
  12. Julie & Jodie says

    November 1, 2017 at 10:56 am

    Martha,
    To begin your table is sheer perfection. Love all the different elements. I also really enjoy how you keep things real by sharing your struggles. Your voice is so natural and personal that I feel like we’re having a lovely conversation in your kitchen! So fun and endearing. Enjoyed this so much! Your friends, Julie & Jodie

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 1, 2017 at 12:21 pm

      Awe, this warms my heart gals. You are too good to me <3

      Reply
  13. Jackie says

    November 1, 2017 at 9:00 am

    Martha this is so elegant and beautiful! I love those beautiful napkins!

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 1, 2017 at 12:22 pm

      Thank you so much Jackie!

      Reply

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I’m Martha, welcome to my blog!  I am a wife and a mother to 3 beautiful daughters. Making our home pretty is one of my favorite hobbies and I get so inspired by changes and events that happen in every day life.  Simple and cozy is a must around our house; I want family and friends to feel right at home.  My roots are farm grown, so I love adding sweet charm from my parents’ homestead, cozy decorating ideas, and simple diy tutorials.  So please, stay awhile, browse a bit, and let me know what inspires you!

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