Now that October is behind us, it’s finally time to start planning festive Thanksgiving table settings. With outdoor living spaces built for year-round use in the Pacific Northwest, an outdoor dinner might be just the thing for you this Thanksgiving. If not, bring the outdoors inside by adorning your table with details from the natural environment. There’s endless possibilities in the world of table decorating, so if you’re seeking inspiration this season, our featured items should hopefully spark some creativity. The first step towards fashioning a warm, welcoming, and completely unique dining area is to start searching for objects around your home and garden. Building your table decor around various textures is an ingenious way to mix materials you might not normally combine, creating a stylish and unforgettable setting for the evening.
1) Dinnerware - Don’t be afraid to mix things up. Layering dinnerware on top of wood chargers adds to the outdoorsy aesthetic and works well with a variety of patterns and colors.
2) Tarnished Silver - Passed down from previous generations, antique silver accessories left unpolished add a warm and charming appearance.
3) Autumn Foliage - Combine layers of seasonal greenery from your yard to create a fresh and unexpected element of beauty. This can include pinecones, mossy branches, and sage leaves.
4) Fabric Pumpkins - In place of a traditional floral centerpiece, plush chenille pumpkins add a beautiful, textural component. To acquire these unique pumpkins, search ‘fabric pumpkins' on Etsy. Feeling crafty? Use the same search on Pinterest for DIYs.
5) Burlap Runner - Establishing the essence of your table decor begins with the first layer. Burlap makes for a great rustic and multifaceted visual element.