This years’ Thanksgiving table with plaid and copper accents will have you mad for plaid. I try not to be too obvious about my love for plaid, but I look for any excuse to decorate with it especially during Thanksgiving and Christmas. Anyone else looking forward to planning their Thanksgiving table? Keep reading for ideas you can use too.
Thanksgiving Table With Plaid And Copper Accents
On the table I’m using a square of plaid fabric on top of a pinstripe linen table cloth. I think you’ll agree the rich colors in the fabric compliment the variety of pumpkin colors on the table.
For a more casual look forget about hemming the fabric and just fray the edges by pulling a few threads.
The Centerpiece
The green pumpkin with its gnarly stem takes center stage on a bed of seeded eucalyptus stems, by elevating it on a white cake stand. Our pumpkin may be a little lopsided but its bubbling over with personality.
Notice the arrangement is low enough for everyone to see across the table, so no worries about moving things when we sit down to eat.
Down the center of the table are the striped pumpkins I picked up earlier this fall mixed with eucalyptus stems and candles. Using delicate eucalyptus leaves balances the bold plaid pattern on the table, and also shares the same color green as the big pumpkin.
With a minimum of table decor like using a cake stand and natural elements, I don’t have to worry too much about storage. The centerpiece was purposely created using natural items that will be turned into compost or mulch afterwards.
The Place Settings
For the place settings, I created copper leaf laurels on book pages which rest on top of classic white plates and wood veneer chargers. Oh and acorns are the crowning touch. Simple, elegant and rustic is the look I’m going for.
The laurels give the table that modern vintage look. Plus I just adore the way the bright copper blends in with the blues, brown and grays of the plaid.
I think the laurel design is pretty on it own, but it would be so pretty to add initials, a name or a phrase. For a different look make the laurel with gold or silver leaf and on colored craft paper. Just think of the possibilities!
The mix of napkins are in soft tones of neutral and white linen. It’s not a perfect match with the tablecloth but still blends in well. Each place setting is set with vintage silverware mixed with elk handle knives for a rustic touch.
Table Decorating Tips
- Keep the centerpiece low so everyone can see across the table.
- Mix and match patterns
- Pick natural elements that can be turned into compost
- Use a wine bottle coaster to protect linens and keep a wine opener handy
- Select unscented candles
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Thank you so much for stopping by today. Did you find ideas that you can use? I hope you will have fun planning your Thanksgiving table.
Cheers!
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This is such a lovely table setting and perfect for Thanksgiving. All the textures and colors blend so well together – that copper just pops. You have such an amazing eye for this kind of design Michelle!
Thank you so much Laura, I really love decorating with plaid and everything that goes with it. Happy Thanksgiving!
I love your tips for this beautiful copper Thanksgiving tablescape… and the elements of this table are PERFECT, Michelle. I so enjoy your minimalist style… it’s spot on and gorgeous!
Thank you Julie for you sweet comments! Plaid and copper mix so well this time of year and it’s a fun combination no matter what your style might be.
Beautiful Thanksgiving table. I love the copper laurel leaves printed on the book pages. They look so great with the addition of the acorns. I have a thing for acorns and oak leaves.
Thank you so much, I have a thing for acorns and oak leaves too. Luckily our neighbor has a beautiful oak tree that hangs over our yard.
Michelle the natural elements and neutral color have created a stunning tablescape. I really love that those items can go into the compost when they have reached their peak.
Thanks Sonya, this is one of my favorite tablescapes to date. Happy Thanksgiving!
Just love the natural beauty on this table with the elements of nature, a single page on each plate, the plaid… ahh!
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
Thank you Carrie, this is one of my favorite Thanksgiving tablescapes!
This is so lovely, Michelle! The plaid over stripes is such a classic fall combination – but the fresh colors are a delightful twist, and the copper laurel book pages are so pretty! I love the touch with the acorn…though I have a love-hate relationship with acorns since there are literally thousands of them all over my front lawn at the moment trying desperately to create more oak forest!
I feel you pain with the acorns. We have so many on the sidewalks in my neighborhood it’s like walking on marbles. Hope you’re having a great week Janet!
Love, Love, Love the blues and greens together! The copper details are perfect! Happy Thanksgiving Michelle!
Thank you Cindy! Plaid patterns are always so fun to decorate with for holidays!