Table Time

Edited to let you know I'm joining Kimbas DIY day!

It's that time of year again! Time to celebrate, enjoy family, generate a spirit of thankfulness.

Just around the corner lurks the busiest time of year. In order to prepare our hearts -- and homes for the holidays, a group of women from my church gathered to share practical ideas and enjoy a morning of fellowship. Each table was decorated by a different hostess. (To see ideas from last year's event check out this, this, and this.)

I had the opportunity to do two tables, one for Thanksgiving, and one for Christmas. Let's take a look.
Simple, casual elegance is what I wanted. My giant wicker bowl was filled with gourds and pumpkins, with some muslin fabric underneath. I used gold chargers (the large plates) and fun paper plates/napkins from the dollar store.
Each person had a little verse attached to a mini pumpkin to take home. I simply cut a tiny slit in the stem of each pumpkin and wedged the paper inside. (To see the verse, click on the picture, it will enlarge)

A friend of mine did this table. I really like this wire basket because it is so versatile and easy. In the spring, she puts green grass and colorful easter eggs inside. Love it.

While this table is a little formal for my own taste, I loved the idea of using pinecones as place holders. And check out those yummy homemade cookies each guest got to take home!

I have some more fall tables to share with you next time, and then we will look at some Christmas ideas next week. But let's not get ahead of ourselves. ;)