Welcome to my Fall Thrifted and Gifted table.
Traditionally, we have enjoyed gathering guests
to share meals around our table.
My husband was an exceptional cook. Me, I'm a dishaholic
who takes much pleasure in setting a beautiful table.
I have to say, we were a perfect match!
I used a thrifted tray in the center of our table arranged with a
Lottie linen tied with ribbon, a sweet pinecone basket new
to MacKenzie-Childs fall offerings this year, and tucked in a bouquet of fall flowers and a cinnamon whisk for a little fresh baked aroma.
It occurred to me that most of the details on my table were either thrifted through the years or were gifts given me over the years.
Some of the gifts were even thrifted by the friends who gifted them. Tablescape friends tend to enable each other!
You've seen these orange crystal flutes on many of my tables.
Yes, these were thrifted by a tablescaping friend who knows my
passion for the color orange, so she sent these my way.
The nice wooden and wicker tray is by Lenox and was a thrifty
Goodwill find over a decade ago. It is in perfect condition.
The dinner plates in my stack are Artesian Road Collection
by Tracey Porter, and they were another thrifty Goodwill find.
Many years ago I happened in at the right time as there was a complete set of these dishes, including a small vase
and serving pieces, all sitting on a SALE table.
I scooped up the dinners and the small vase.
The salads, Zanzibar by ClayArt, also a GW thrifty find.
Note the bamboo detail on both of the rims!
is similar in feel to these chinoiserie inspired
linens from Vivo Veronica.
Brenda generously gifted me some of her beautiful linens
in several different patterns, including "Lottie"
in a gorgeous palette of lime green with various delicious
shades of orange and inspired from a c1850 wallpaper.
The cream salad plates banded in a dark tan bamboo motif offer a touch of texture and interest, and are a nice compliment to the dinners. Note the extra detail of the reed lashes on the rim and how the rim color mimics the color of the ruffled velvet placemats by
The green Bordallo Pinheiro leaf plates were a welcome gift!
They add the perfect touch to my fall plate stack.
to elevate them for presentation.
Amber is the dearest young woman, not
Let's talk about these cookies!
I like to add a seasonal theme topper on the plate stack
as a fun nod to the season or holiday.
A young stay-at-home mom bakes these in her kitchen.
You can special order her cookie designs from
Blue Boo Bakery here.
to mention she is also exceedingly talented.
One doesn't need holiday specific dishes.
Rather bring a festive look to the table with an
interesting mix of dishes, linens, and accessories.
Think color, pattern, shape, and texture.
Then add a touch of whimsy!
I used two of my antique sterling baby teethers as napkin rings.
I started collecting these on a 2018 trip with a friend to attend
the twice annual Faire de Chatou right outside of Paris.
Last year my friend took her daughter and offered to shop for me.
My own personal shopper. Now that's a priceless gift!
She came home with three more for my collection.
leaf plate that was in the trio of plates my friend sent my way.
It doesn't take much effort to create a welcoming place
setting for yourself and your spouse or a table filled with guests.
I often keep a table for two set in honor of my chef!
~ Autumn ~
My Favorite Season
It's rich tapestry of colors and textures
warm both my heart and soul.
Choose gratitude!
Set each place with a joyful heart and
savor the special times around your table.
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Oh Sarah, you always set the most beautiful tables! They have all the right touches but I have to say those exquisite napkin rings are a brilliant addition. I don't know that I would have ever thought of teething rings. Your centerpiece tray is just lovely -- simple and elegant.
ReplyDeleteI left a comment on your past post just this morning, telling you that you've been in my thoughts of late and no more so than yesterday when I was changing out my cabinet and adding once again the Quimper. Since you introduced me with my first pieces I've since picked up a charming egg cup (it must be for a duck egg!) and a jar I suspect is only in the style. They make me smile. Sending hugs. I'm glad you set the table for two.
Wonderful styling Sarah..those baby teethers are wow:)
ReplyDeleteYour tables are always beautiful, and I know your chef enjoyed them too. The antique sterling baby teethers used as napkin rings are a brilliant addition. I'll have to google to learn more about the teethers!
ReplyDeleteSarah, such a gorgeous table for two. How wonderful you found those thrifted dishes. Your autumn table is beautiful with lots of fall color and texture. I love the leaf dishes too. Amber sure does know how to decorate cookies. The sterling teethers make amazing napkins rings. Happy October Sarah.
ReplyDeleteThe best friends are those that enable your favorite hobbies! Lol. That is a beautiful tablescape and knowing there is a piece of each friend must make it so much more special thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful setting, Sarah! I simply adore those teethers as napkin rings. The plates, thise gorgeous napkins, all the colors just say fall. Happy October to you!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely table! You have thrifted some lovely pieces. Like you, I have a fondness for orange, so I am swooning over your stemware. I also love those pumpkin cookies. They are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI don't know how I missed this table Sarah, it is beautiful! All the plates are sooo pretty, and I love the tray centerpiece. What a great idea to add a cinnamon whisk for some Fall fragrance. You always have the cutest cookies, they are much too pretty to eat!
ReplyDeleteJenna