"A beautifully set table is so inviting," begins Kelsey. "The opportunities are endless. I use nature as inspiration. Beautiful decor doesn't have to be expensive." She has harbored a love for decorating since childhood and feels that the balance and flow of bringing a scene together is almost therapeutic. Each season offers a unique opportunity to inspire and capture her imagination, yet autumn is particularly dear to her heart.
"Fall is such a wonderful time of year," she says. "We all settle in and get back to our routines. Cooler weather, fall fashion, football, changing trees, and the warm harvest colors of fall simply cannot be beat. What’s not to love about decorating with plaid, pumpkins, gourds, straw bales, and corn stalks? I also love the return of seasonal treats. I would be remiss not to mention my deep (albeit polarizing) love of candy corn. If you don’t love eating it, then use it in your decor as a vase filler! I guess I love Fall so much because it brings the opportunity for the perfect Montana day."
In order to fulfill her vision for this enchanting fall tablescape, Kelsey utilized the talents of multiple local vendors.
"I love to highlight local artists," she adds.
- Apple pie and sugar cookies, baked by Sammy Walter of Sweets by Sam.
- Centerpiece created by Sheri Murphy of A & E Floral.
- Letter name cards, courtesy of Brittany Halvorson of Penned Designs.
- Vintage thread spools (used as candle holders), Backroad Salvage at Liberty and Vine.
- Plates and chargers from Hobby Lobby.
- Napkins and bowls from AtHome.
Kelsey Meier:
Born and raised in Billings, Kelsey graduated from West High School and earned her degree in elementary education from The University of Montana in 2003. She married her husband Bryan in 2005 and moved to Missoula.
"This is where I got to put my love of decorating to practice," she says. "I was coaching the dance team at U of M and decided to simultaneously try my hand working for my family’s furniture store, Wagner’s Home Furnishings. This experience was invaluable. Wagner’s has been in business since 1953, always family owned, so I guess you could say that my love of beautiful home decor runs in my blood!"
Bryan and Kelsey moved back to Billings in 2009. They have two kids, Laynie (12) and Kole (9).
