Putting together a Thanksgiving tablescape is something I enjoy each year. I love mixing and matching items I already have to create a new look. Combining some vintage items with some dollar store and thrift store find makeovers can help you create a unique Thanksgiving tablescape with wood leaf place cards for the holiday.
I continued using the chargers, white plates, and leaf bread plates that I used for my fall tablescape. These pieces work well for changing it from a simple fall look to a style for Thanksgiving. Changing the napkins from these plain neutral ones to a set that has “thankful” embroidered on them was an easy change.
I always like to include placecards for special occasions. Even though we have a small gathering for Thanksgiving, putting placecards on each setting adds to the festive look. I found a package of wood leaf garland at Michaels a few week’s ago. It was marked down to 50% off. I bought it thinking I would use it for something crafty, but not exactly sure how it would be used. When deciding on my placecards, I realized the garland would be perfect if cut apart.
After cutting the twine from the leaves, I used Cricut Design Space and created vinyl names for each leaf. I used Magnolia Sky font and sized each name to fit on the leaves.
I placed each wood leaf on top of a napkin and added either an acorn or pumpkin candle as a favor for each guest.
Thanksgiving Table Setting with Wooden Leaf Place Cards
I found the pumpkin and acorn candles as I was searching for something else in my fall decor bins. I had forgotten that I found them on sale after Thanksgiving last year.
I love using my vintage Iris Herringbone glasses for special occasions. I have a set of them in clear glass that I like to use in the spring. This set of iridescent ones are perfect for Thanksgiving decor.
I’ve had sets of these amber candle holders for several years. I used two on each end of the table.
For the centerpiece for my Thanksgiving tablescape, I uses a dough bowl that I purchased at Goodwill last year. I filled it with an assortment of pumpkins, gourds, leaves, and stems.
It all came together for a pretty Thanksgiving look. It’s always great to to be able to shop my own home to set a pretty table.
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Thanksgiving Tablescape with Wooden Leaf Placecards
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Debbee says
Envious of your lovely vintage glasses. Placecard idea is a kEeper.
Beverly says
I love depression era glassware and these are my favorites. Thanks, Debbee!
mary scott says
Charming, charming, charming! thanks
Happy Thanksgiving!
Beverly says
Thank you, Mary. Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Leanna says
The glassware in this tablescape is beautiful. so classical and elegant, I want some. The place settings are fun and different, great idea.
Beverly says
Thank you, Leanna. That’s my favorite depression era pattern. My mother collected it for years. I have some of her pieces, but I also add to my collection whenever I find pieces of the pattern at vintage shops.
Julie Briones says
Your tablescapes are just gorgeous! LOVE! Pinned to two boards!
Beverly says
Thanks so much, Julie. I appreciate the pins! Hope you have a fabulous weekend.
Kippi says
Stunning thanksgiving table ready to delight your dinner guests. I love the rich color and the place cards area wonderful addition. Happy fall, Kippi
Beverly says
Thank you, Kippi! I’m looking forward to having our guests enjoy Thanksgiving with us.
Erlene says
Thanks for sharing your Beautiful tablescape on MM. Will be including this in this week’s roundup.
Beverly says
Thanks so much, Erlene. I appreciate the feature!
Alexandra says
What a gorgeous table setting! Loving every bit of it.
Beverly says
Thank you, Alexandra!
Catherine says
Beverly, your table is fabulous! I also have the same Iris Herringbone glasses along with a few other pieces of that pattern. They are perfect for Fall and Spring.
Beverly says
Thanks so much, Catherine! I love the Iris Herringbone pattern and it’s reasonably priced to collect.
LINDA says
Beverly, I love the wood leaves project! Very clever. Hope your thanksgiving is beautiful. Linda @ crafts a la mode and thursday favorite things party.
Beverly says
Thanks so much, Linda. I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving, too.
Michele says
SO beautiful! I love the way you did the place cards. Thank you so much for sharing with us at the Whimsical Wednesdays Link Party! Have a great week!
Beverly says
Thank you, Michele! I’m enjoying the look. Thanks for the party!
Nancy Andres says
Love the color scheme.
Beverly says
Thank you, Nancy. I’m enjoying it, too.