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It's been awhile since I have shared a tabletop - so here is my simple Thanksgiving table.   My inspiration began with a paper feather garland, and an adorable Thanksgiving towel that I  nabbed on clearance at Nordstrom.  $9 later I had my starting point.  From there I just went through my cupboards and gathered the rest of what I needed.


Having a nice set of white plates always makes it easy to set your table, and change the look depending on the other accessories you choose.  Food also always looks nice on a clean white plate.


Lastly, a little view of the room.  We haven't done anything in our house for what seems like forever.  This year the main level is getting a bit of a makeover.  New kitchen, wood floors, lighting, some wallpaper, and hopefully dining room chairs.  So much pressure choosing things when you know you will be living with them for a long time.   Wish me luck!   I'm going to need it!  Also, thank you for reading :)

Sources:

marble and copper coasters
marble salt and pepper shakers
copper flatware
heart plate
white dishes

 

Target does it again - this Monday Mix is all about the new products in their Smith and Hawken line.  This isle of the store is full of one thing after another of useful and beautifully designed items for the home.  I couldn't fit all of the goodness on this board, but here are some of my favorite pieces.

I have some succulents to replant and this low cream and concrete pot is calling my name.  So pretty in person.  The tall vase would be nice filled with flowers or eucalyptus leaves.

I'm not finding this filler online but they are very pretty in the store.

This bar cart with slate trays was in the store - really good quality!  The carts they carry seem to just get better and better.

Such a nice pair of black zinc garden shears in a leather pouch.  Would be nice to give alongside a gift of a plant, and one of the cork topped candles!
Hanging planters - the stained black planter with leather straps is amazing.  I could even see 2 or 3 of these hanging by a kitchen sink filled with utensils.  This planter is also offered in the color terracotta.  So pretty for succulents, plants, or supplies.

I am super picky about firescreens.  There are not that many that I ever think look nice - the one I have in my house I stalked forever before finally just deciding it was worth the expense.  I have to say that the Carson firescreen immediately caught my eye.  It looks very high end yet is so reasonable in price.  This is really a statement piece.  Loving it!

This large black stained pinecone is a really fun accent piece - they also have a smaller black pinecone that rest on it's size.  I'm really into this stained black look, and they are both perfect for Fall.

Out in blog world people have started layering their porch rug with this welcome mat placed on top.  It really is a very unexpected yet cute look.  See an example here and here,   I have this rug on my front porch which I think would also work well with this look.  Oh - and really - you could switch it up, and use this rug that I posted about on a previous Monday Mix!  I'm going to go and look at this today!

Outdoor lights with gold dipped bottoms - YES!

I have carried the large wooden lantern with copper trim around the store twice now.  The photo here does not do it justice.  It's so pretty in person - I'm sure someday it will make it's way home with me.  I just have to figure out where I want to put it.  This lantern is also available in a smaller size.

How cute are the cork top candles!  Some of the scents are vanilla lavender, rosemary mint, and lemon verbena.

Last on the list is this large wooden storage bin with brass detail along the top.  It is a really nice size to keep filled with extra blankets, by the front door for extra items, or even to use as a planter for a fiddleleaf tree.  It is also available in a smaller size.

I hope you enjoy this Target Smith and Hawken line as much as I am.  Peek around online too because they also have lots of pretty trays, baskets, and even a very good looking propane tank cover for an outdoor firepit.

Happy Monday!

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Overall it was a table full of the candy colors I like most.  If you stay true to colors that you really like when you are out shopping you will find that everything will work together.  Use what you love - and really use them - they may get broken but isn't it better to get them out of the cupboard and enjoy them.  Pretty much a few times a year things I really like get broken.  This year I lost a goodwill find vintage plate at 4th of July, I lost a Nora Fleming retired yellow egg this Easter, and usually there is at least one broken wine glass each year.  In the end they are just things - most can be replaced - I just don't worry about it since things aren't the important part of life.  I might be a bit upset at the moment - but it does pass quickly for me.  Hope you enjoyed our Easter table.

Here is the list of sources:

egg vase filler
micro led string lights
6 pack outdoor battery operated tealights
cellophane roll - Easter basket wrap
Nate Berkus small gold taper candle holder
volcano candle
volcano candle imposter (smells just like it)
Marna McGlinn Ceramics - squirrel pottery
napkins (similar)
white dinner plates
ivory handled flatware
drinking glasses
white bowls
Moroccan tea glasses - I have this set plus a bunch of others I've collected over the years.  I burn tealights in them, and I don't think you can ever have too many :)

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This pair of shoes - comfortable and cute.  Ivanka Trump Sunny.  They go well with so many different outfits.  Even are nice with just the dress minus the jeans.

So, that's a little fashion post of some of my most used items.  I also have a Mossimo Supply Company junior's open cardigan from Target in grey that I toss on if it is chilly out.  I couldn't download a photo - and that might be alright because the model is wearing a half shirt with it :)

Happy Thursday!

Here is my plan for the more formal entry of the building.


I fell in love with the beautiful sofa immediately, and worked from there.  Without time to special order pillows I went with what the store sells as their look.  It is not what I would have chosen (the dark pillows on the sofa are deep purple), but after I found the navy leather chair I think it all works together really well.   It's funny how when you have to decide quickly you can actually make something look really great - even if it wasn't what you had in mind.  There were many times where I would like one thing, but it was not available so I had to go to choice 2 or 3.  It has all worked out though.  I did end up using that wooden bench that I have on the Office Entry Board in this area - so I have to search out something to finish off the Entry.  Things change and you just have to adjust the plan.  The biggest thing I have left to do at the building now is to get the rest of the art, and hang the art.  Plus that one piece of furniture.  Oh, and when I can actually see the top of the conference room tables again that will be great.  Right now they have them covered with telephones :)

So I have to get ready, and get to work!

Happy Monday.

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