1 table, 3 Holidays

One of my favorite websites is myhomeideas.com. They recently did an article about how a few well-chosen containers and candlesticks can create the framework for three very different holiday schemes that will carry you from Thanksgiving to the New Year by simply changing the color scheme and adding seasonal items can create beautiful tablescapes while saving you time and money.

THANSGIVING TABLE
Silver and orange make a unique Thanksgiving color scheme. A mercury glass pumpkin tops the tall trumpet vase, but you could easily spray-paint a real pumpkin with metallic paint. Branches of silk leaves mingle with fresh berries for rich color, and a scattering of white miniature pumpkins provides a fun note at dining level.


CHRISTMAS TABLE


















NEW YEAR'S EVE

An explosion of color and shine sets a festive table for a New Year’s Eve dinner. Bunched sequined sprays arch from the trumpet vase, with purple candles echoing the spray’s color. Jewel-toned stemware continues the theme.


Table Shopping List
1 tall centerpiece vase
6 mercury glass candlesticks
3 footed hurricanes
3 orange candles
6 red pillar candles
3 purple pillar candles
3 branches of silk fall leaves
250 peppermint sticks
1 pound peppermint balls
24 assorted glass ball ornaments
8-10 sequined sprays

My new obsession

It is my strong belief that flowers will help create an atmosphere and a mood at an event. If you love flowers and event decor then TLC's new show Flowers Uncut with Jeff Leatham is the show for you. While most event planners don't have the huge budgets to recreate Jeff's designs the show will inspire and spark your creativity.