Oh, gravy!... Boat!

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... live beautifully.

Thanksgiving Entertaining.. Part Deux!

Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. I say this not only due to the delicious food and the gathering of family and friends, but because of the fall season. I am left breathless every year when the lush, vibrant, green leaves of summer distort to the crisp, rich, warm tones of the fall.

In the fall, mother nature showcases a palette of colors ranging from muted hues of beige, to punched up persimmon and rich saturated tones of garnet, maroon and plumb. Mother nature has inspired me to bring the outdoors in during this season and there is no better time to highlight how beautiful nature is than at Thanksgiving. 

When creating a table setting for Thanksgiving, or any other fall gathering, I love using organic items found right outside my door! There is so much charm in the novelty and rustic beauty of nature, when mixed with stark china the contrast is stunning! 

These place card holders eco-friendly and inexpensive. The directions are quite simple, making this a great project to do with the kids! Below I have attached a template if you wish to cut out leaves as your name tags. 

• Simply select a small pear, gourd, pumpkin, or something mother nature placed in your yard, like a sweet-gum-tree spur!
• Cut out the shape of your choice (a leaf is my pick!) out of card stock
• Punch a hole in the card stock
• Write the names of your guest on the leaves 
• Cut 3" to 4" of ribbon, or for a more rustic design, twine works great!
• Lace the ribbon or twine through the name tag and fasten to your item 

Let the fall season inspire you! And as always... live beautifully!