Sentimental Holiday Styling

I enjoy 

styling our little house for the seasons

as much as I enjoy

styling a fab outfit.

I was so happy with how my November decorating came out this year.

The last few years I have tried to come up with

  November styling concepts

that 

embrace Thanksgiving

while still 

leaving me prepped for Christmas

I have come to really love having my tree up 

with only the white lights 

the weeks preceding Thanksgiving.

I still kept my heirloom pumpkins from my fall decor

and 

added in my vintage wooden star.

This year my fabulous sequin pillows were the inspiration

and 

jumping off point for my 

Thanksgiving Holiday Decor.

This  kept the base color neutral

with accents of mixed metals and textures.

I carried the mixed metal concept throughout my styling.

Brass, copper and silver played beautifully together.

The crocheted runner added in texture and whimsy.

The mixed metal concept transitioned beautifully to our

Thanksgiving Tablescape!

Not only did I mix metals, but also

primitive and lux.

But my favorite part of this table

bringing in so many pieces that hold sentiment to my heart!

This year I wanted our rustic farm table 

that Jeff made years ago

to be the star

so I just did a center runner , leaving much of the wooden table exposed.

for a runner I actually used craft paper

for a bit of whimsy and fun.

My plan was to bring out crayons for everyone to make their own bit of artwork.

I was happy to not only incorporate my Mother's silver

but was able to share the memory with my sweet grand daughter

who helped me set the table.

Life moments to be sure.

The center of tapers were made by Jeff's Dad 

out of New Hampshire birch branches.

The pewter candlesticks are a gift from his mother.

Rustic linen napkins were juxtaposed with crystal napkin holders.

Thanksgiving is always a chance to bring out all of my collected crystal!

I was so happy with my innovative florals!

I used brass swan planters, from Ellis's wedding

filling them with stalks of kale.

They kale wonderfully with the other white flowers and greenery.

I also brought out all of my Thanksgiving salt shakers

so everybody had there own.

Lennon got to pick who got which set!

I also set up our brand new bar that Jeff made this spring

for drinks and pre dinner appetizers alfresco.

My favorite flex from our little house

turning the living room into a tented sleepover room 

with our sweet grands!

I love how with a bit of creativity and love

our little house continues to meet all the changing needs

our family have had over the last 30 years.

I wore one of my favorite Crowns for Thanksgiving.

It was a gentle reminder to myself

of the tremendous Gratitude

I have for the opportunity to not only host the day

but all wonderful family that make up my life.

Here's to making beautiful memories this season!

As always my friends

I wish you love and joy

as you style your life