11/17/10

A Thanksgiving Harvest table.

I have been wanting to do a Autumn/Harvest table for months!   And with the Holidays approaching, I thought it's now or never.


I love my harvest time dinner plates.  I bought 6 of them last fall and now I just wish I could find the bowls to match.  So until then, I will have a one plate table-scape.  Is that permissible? 


I found these cool place-mats at TJ Maxx.  They are like a really thick felt type fabric.  I love the design and thought they would look nice next to my white table.  The rooster napkin rings are a gift from Cuisine Kathleen.  Thanks Kathleen, I lover them!
I made the napkins last year and the runner too.  Nothing fancy but they fit the bill.

My white gobbler was purchased last year at Home Goods.  I love the white ceramic look of him.  I think he was about $6.

I used my black lantern as a centerpiece.  I was going to take night pics but I just ran out of time.  I had little Addison over last night and she needs lots of Grandma kisses.

Here's a pic of the table runner fabric.  It's very close to the plates and I was happy to find it.
Cost about $3 to make the runner.

I found these pretty gold goblets at Wally World.  They were marked down to a buck a piece! 
My kind of deal!

We had just a bit of sun today but mostly it was cloudy and cold.  Typical November weather.


A slightly different angle.
So there you have it!  My one and only Autumn table.  Maybe I can do better for Christmas but I think I am just going to aim for one.  Too much to do and not worth stressing over.

I have so much to be thankful for.  My husband has a secure job.  I have a part-time job and my children are healthy and although they have their fair share of struggles, they are mostly ok.  And.....


I have this adorable and healthy little grand-daughter to be thankful for!

I am joining Susan @ Between Naps on the Porch
for Tablescape Thursday.
  and
Lynn @ The Vintage Nest
for the Give Thanks Party!
Check it out Everyone!
 Cindy

57 comments:

  1. Yes, you have much to be thankful for. I too think about my hubby's secure job and my kids being mostly ok :) and then there's the grandbabies. Yes, life is full of blessings.

    I love your table with the black and white. I don't know if BJ from Sweet Nothings is a follower of your blog but I'm going to connect her if she isn't. She's a black and white check lover and she will be in heaven over this table.

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  2. I love your table Cindy...especially those plates, very pretty! You are one smart shopper, no need to pay more. Love that baby..so healthy and happy looking..what a joy! ;D

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  3. Cindy-What a perfectly lovely tablescape. Yes! One plate works for me! It is perfect with your table runner...but by far, the most perfect part of your post is that adorable baby grand at the end! What a blessing! Hugs-Diana

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  4. Cindy the tablescsape was so unique with those placemats.Sometimes we find something..and it takes a great imagination to see what you can use it for. I think you did an awesome job.
    Your cutie is really growing.She is still so cute!!

    Cindy from Rick-Rack and Gingham

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  5. Oh Cindy, I love your harvest tablescape!
    And your precious granddaughter will make the holidays even better!

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  6. Your table is beautiful Cindy.

    That sweet baby girl is so cute and yes, everyone is thankful for her.
    Love that bib!:-)

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  7. Oh Cindy, your tablescape is so pretty. I have those same plates and they are just wonderful. LOVE your placemats too. Everything is stunning. Great lantern and the turkey is fabulous. Would you believe that with all the roosters I have, I don't have one single rooster. lol Hugs, Marty

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  8. LOVE your tablescape! I really love black and white together and those placemats are awesome! What a sweet bundle of joy at the end :) Thank You for sharing and have a blessed day!

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  9. Hi Cindy, I was delighted you joined the Give Thanks party and your give thanks baby doll is just precious. Little grand babies are the BEST! And I heart your black and white. I love it xoxo Lynn

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  10. Cindy, you had me with the lantern. Love that! And love what you did with your table. Do you want me to keep an eye out for the bowls here? I remember seeing those last year. Not sure what's out in the stores this year, but if I get out, I will keep my eyes peeled for you.

    And of course that cute baby steals the show! What a cutie pie, and I know you are thankful for her. She's precious!

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  11. First I have to tell you how adorable your granddaughter is, Cindy! She looks about the same age as mine {4 months next week}. Isn't it great being a grandma? Who knew? : )

    Love your dishes! I've been looking for something like these and I like your colors. I wanted to get either a black and white/cream or brown and white/cream. Of course, because I'm looking for something specific I'm not finding any! Great placemats and I love your runner ~ it IS very close to the plate pattern.

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  12. That is so pretty! I have those plates too, but nothing else! I got mine at HG or TJM, I forget. I love the place mats, the runner, the napkins, well everything! And those napkin rings go perfectly!
    And yes, so much to be thankful for! I have 4 little ones, that I am forever grateful for!

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  13. Yes! I'd say your blessings are just wonderful! I love your tablescape too! I have those plates in desserts, only 4 though and they are definitely very thanksgiving worthy. I would have used them myself had I more. Your setting is lovely, love the placemats too. I really love your white gobbler and your lantern! I hope you have a very Happy Thanksgiving, though I am sure you will with that sweetie! :)))

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  14. Awww, Addison is so cute in her Thanksgiving outfit! I love your table, Cindy. The centerpiece is so pretty with the turkey and lantern. Love the plates too and the placemats...Christine

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  15. I love love those plates and the place mats with those napkins set them off just right...Well, and that grand baby, how perfect! Lezlee

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  16. Beautiful table. I think I saw the plates at Marshalls in September or so. I do love them...I have some Frenchy little black and white salad plates that are similar. The gold goblets look so nice with the B&W. I love the lantern and the cute gobbler.

    I look out your windows in your photos and it's the same here...dreary and chilly. We got the room confirmation today for Lake Geneva. Woo Hoo!! Check in is at 3:00 so maybe we can have lunch and just shop all afternoon. I'll be in touch!

    XO,
    Jane

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  17. Very pretty, Cindy. Love the black and white toile. And, awwwwwwwwwww, the baby :)

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  18. Cindy ~ Your gr-daughter is just DARLING. What a beautiful table scape, I'd never have thought to use black & you've created elegance with this color. Awesome, Cindy.
    Have a beautiful & blessed Thanksgiving holiday ~
    TTFN ~ Marydon

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  19. Ya know I'm just a sucker for a baby! I just want to smooch those chubby little cheeks and hug the stuffins out of her.

    You harvest so beautifully girl, your table is amazing!

    Have a marvelously blessed day!!! :o)

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  20. Love the black and white you used. really like the lantern vignette. Great job on your table setting.
    Your Granddaughter is adorable. :)

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  21. great table Cindy...what time is dinner? your sweet granddaughter is adorable...

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  22. Oh what a sweet little blessing to be thankful for. Your granddaughter is so sweet!
    Love the table too. I always enjoy the black and white theme! The amber mixed in with it is really nice!

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  23. You did a great job on this one. There is only so much time and if you get only one done that is probably one more than I will get done.
    Glad you enjoy all the wonderful things in your life.

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  24. I love the placemats, the b&w plates and the turkey- what a lovely table!

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  25. Cindy, this setting looks perfect on your white table. You know I'm a fan of black and white. I'll let you know if the bowls show up here. I saw some a month or so ago. I have a set of the plates in a different scene. Love them!
    Happy Thanksgiving! ~ Sarah

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  26. You saved the best for last! She is just adorable! I love those plates and those placemats! They had 1 placemat like that at our TJMaxx. What good is 1 placemat??? Have a very happy Thanksgiving!

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  27. I love the black & white...and those placemats are awesome! You do have much to be thankful for as do I. And baby Addison just gets more beautiful as the days go by.

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  28. I agree, Cindy! We have so much to be tanakful for! You've set a beautiful table! I love it.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  29. Hi Cindy, the table setting is gorgeous. Black and white is one of my favorite combinations,, along with the Frenchy plates. I am still loving your white table & chairs, too...I remember when you posted making that change. Beautiful! Linda

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  30. Cindy, I love your tablescape. I have those plates, too. Wish I had bought more. Love the lantern and pinecones. Look at that adorable granddaughter. Aren't they wonderful. You go get you some more kisses!

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  31. That precious grandbaby IS something to be so thankful four!!!!!
    YOur table is fabulous! I love the colors!!!!! I have those plates and would have never thought to use them for Thanksgivng. But will now!
    Yvonne

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  32. That is one fine table setting. I just love the black and white, it was unexpected and that is what makes it so fun to me!!~ Nice job Cindy, and yes we have lots to be thankful for too.

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  33. Hey Cindy I absolutely love your table setting. Of all the table settings I've seen in blog land this has to be an all time favorite for me. Hugs!

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  34. I love your table, your blog and this post...but above all...I think the best is your beautiful grand-daughter!!!Ciao Flavia

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  35. OMGoodness...this is a DARLING table. You are so smart and crafty to make your table runner and pretty napkins. If I lived close to you, I would arm wrestle you for those adorable place mats. I really, REALLY love them. I have solid white plates so these mats would look good with them, too. Now, of course, I am wanting black and white transferware. :)))
    Your black and white theme is my very favorite of all color combos.
    Thanks for sharing your pretty table and thanks for sharing that BEAUTIFUL baby girl.
    Oh, yes, ma'am...we do have a LOT to be thankful for.

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  36. Hi Cindy,
    Your harvest table is just beautiful. I love the black and white along with the golden goblets. You always do such a great job setting your table! You go ahead and give your 'lil sweetie those grandma kisses!!! Hugs

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  37. Lovely black and white tablesetting. It looks so inviting.
    Cindy

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  38. Hey, Cindy! I just saw the bowls at either TJ Maxx or Marshall's (I go so often that I forget where I've been!) here in the Kansas City area. I have those same plates and considered getting the bowls, but then backed off. If you can't find them anywhere in Wisconsin and would like for me to get them and mail them to you, just let me know! The design really is fabulous, and I just love the plates! I'm glad you were able to create such a great runner to complement them! I have NO sewing skills, so I have to rely on the retailers' good humor! :-) Have a great Thanksgiving!

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  39. What an absolutely perfect table setting you have created just in time for the holidays. I just love all of the different textures. But that cute lil punkin is the best! Have a very Happy Thanksgiving.

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  40. Cindy, gorgeous black and white table...I used those plates last week and used red with them. I really like the amber stemware, great choice.

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  41. Oh what a lovely table setting. I just love,love,love that lantern.
    Oh yes, your baby granddaughter is just beautiful..the bib say's it all!
    Lovely blog!

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  42. I'm not sure how I stumbled onto your blog this morning, but I love this tablescape. I'm afraid I've grown very sloppy when it comes to setting a pretty table. I just decided that once a week, I'm going to make an effort to do something like this. You inspired me because your table is simple, but elegant. Most tablescapes, while certainly beautiful, make my checkbook cringe, which is why I guess I haven't bothered much. I love black and white toile and wish I could do our bedroom in it.

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  43. Enjoyed my visit to your Giving Thanks post and your Blog. Beautiful photos and tablesetting with the black and white theme. Love that Bib and Baby! Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!

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  44. I do so love those dishes. They are really beautiful the way you put the table together. What a blessing in that granddaughter. She is certainly a cutie..

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  45. Lovely table and so much to be thankful for!

    Hugs,
    Jacalyn

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  46. Beautiful Post ~ Beautiful Table.... Happy Thanksgiving,
    Cheryl

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  47. HI!!
    I LOVE THAT TABLE!That is probably MY FAV Thanksgiving table of all time!!
    I love the Black, It is different but AMAZING!!
    It should make for a beautiful place to enjoy a great meal!!And so much to be Thankful for, oh that BABY!She is a doll!
    big hugs 2 U,
    jamie

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  48. Hi Cindy,

    I am a new visitor and follower.
    Your table is stunning. I love black and white anything!
    We have so much to be thankful for. Your granddaughter is precious. I have 4 granddaughters and they are the light of my life.

    hugs,
    Barb

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  49. Hi Cindy! What a pretty harvest table! I love those plates! And the lantern and turkey are the perfect centerpiece! Like you, we have had our troubles, but have much to be thankful for...especially my little grandson! They just add a whole new dimension to our lives, don't they? Yours is such a cutie! Happy weekend!...hugs...Debbie

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  50. I love your take on Thanksgiving in black and white...such a nice respite from the usual onslaught of orange and brown. Everything works so well together. Great get on the placemats, and I hope that you find the bowls to go with the plates...it a magnificent pattern. Thank you for sharing your charming design. Cherry Kay

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  51. Well Cindy, if you're only going to do one Fall table, this is the one to do. I love those Harvest Time plates, and your runner looks like it was made to go with that set. What a beautiful white turkey and what a deal he was! Those placemats are so unique. They look like chargers under the plates. I'm sure our Wal Mart didn't have those amber stems. they are so pretty. Of course, that precious little girl is the piece de resistance. Getting to know you has been one of my blessings. I wish you and your family a wonderful Thanksgiving. laurie

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  52. Hi Girlfriend...

    Ohhh my gosh...I am sooo slow getting around these days! Sorry I'm so late to get by to see your beautiful autumn table! Girlfriend, that black and white looks sooo pretty in your dining room...I love it! I remember when you got those beautiful plates...I would love to have a set as well! I will keep my eyes out for bowls, etc. for you! Now...those placemats are simply gorgeous...love, love, LOVE those! They frame out your pretty plates perfectly! And the black and white checked napkins and toile table runner are a perfect fit for those dishes! Soooo pretty!!! I think that your tall lantern makes such a beautiful centerpiece! Ohhh...and you know that I love your white turkey...he's awesome!!! Well dear friend, you have certainly created a gorgeous autumn table...I love it! Thank you soo much for sharing it with us!!! I just love a black and white table...sooo dressy!

    Ohhh my gosh...Addison is just sooo cute in her little turkey bib!!! I sure miss getting to shop for baby girl outfits! Ohhh...and they have sooo many pretty ones these days! Hehe! Well, Thanksgiving is nearly here! What are ya'lls plans? I thought that Jenni and the kids were going to be here but she called and said they wouldn't be able to make it. So I guess it will just be Darrin, Danielle, Russ and me...just a small quiet family dinner. I will still do a turkey with all the fixin's. Sending you, Dan, and all of your sweet family lots of wishes and blessings for a Happy Thanksgiving, dear friend!!! I count you and your friendship as one of my sweetest blessings! Love ya, Girlfriend!!!

    Happy Thanksgiving!
    Chari

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  53. Cindy, I think your plates are very pretty, and you could easily pair them with some plain black bowl- I just got some from $Tree because I couldn't find matching bowls for a set of holiday dishes. Your gobbler is adorable, as is that humongous lantern. And of course, baby Addison is a cutie, too. Hope you and your family enjoy a wonderful Thanksgiving! ♥ Sue

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  54. Popping by to wish you a wonderfully Blessed Thanksgiving, Cindy! I ♥ your pretty black & white tablescape...nice punch of color with those KILLER BARGAIN stems, too!!

    Your sweet little Addison is just so dern cute! Talk about being 'thankful'....AMEN!!

    Have a great holiday!
    hugs,
    Rett

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  55. Cindy, I am loving this table all over again! You really knocked yourself out on this one, and it shows. :-)

    I also want to thank you SO much for your very sweet comments you left about the roast. You are such a sweetheart, and I agree that since we first met you have always been a favorite friend of mine. Someday, I hope to meet you in person, and I hope that day gets here SOON!

    Love you...

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  56. Hi Cindy,
    Your Harvest tablescape is really pretty. Sometimes simple is so restful looking and sweet. The black and white with the red and gold looks so nice together.
    Hugs, Cindy

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  57. I love your table scape-the black and white with the gold goblets is so pretty. I'm in the middle of painting my table white-and I hope it turns out as nice as yours looks! Happy Thanksgiving!

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I would love to hear from you. Come back and visit anytime. Warmest Wishes, Cindy