Mikasa’s French Countryside goblets with their graceful silhouette and flatware from Target with a hammered surface add additional softness to the table.Ī lidded tureen~ adorned with an oak leaf pattern on one side and pine cone spray on the opposite~ is filled with greenery, a found bird’s nest filled with blown quail eggs, pheasant feathers, grasses & gold pine cones & oak leaves.Īfter searching for acorns & oak leaves, I found myself foraging along the aisles at Target~ delighted when I found these votive holders~ the hob nail-like surface echoing the detail & texture of a pine cone.Ī little seed of an idea germinated with the advent of the Christmas Season.Īnd in the spirit of Thanksgiving, I decided to share a little dish love as a gift as I approach my two year blogiversary in January.Ī gesture of thanks for your generosity in taking your time to comment and for those who follow. My matelassé coverlet is layered with two wool blend throws in a tan and white plaid pattern, also found at TJ Maxx recently, for a little added warmth and soft color~ ![]() flowers, birds’ nests, greenery. pieces of the garden and in this case, remnants of fall with the dried leaves, acorns and bloomed grasses.Ī pheasant feather, gold dipped pine cone, soft grasses along and some pieces of evergreens~ Leyland Cypress & pine~ are tucked between the dinner plate and placemat for a seasonal embellishment along with an oak leaf and acorn.Ī bit of sparkle and a soft glow provided by the votive holders and beaded placemats, are precursors to the glitz and glamour of the season. I’ve always loved organic materials at the table. I decided then that these dishes would provide a gentle transition from Thanksgiving to Christmas~ with the blending of the acorns & oak leaves on the salad plates together with the pine cone sprays on the dinner plates. Maxx several weeks ago~ there were only a few pieces remaining which suited my purposes and table for four. I found this 222 Fifth, Gold Leaves pattern at T. ![]() On the heels of Thanksgiving, before rushing headlong into the Christmas Season as I usually do~ I’m lingering at the table with a warm palette of neutrals and a touch of soft gold.enjoying the last few days of November.
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