I filled a vintage rustic basket with natural elements like a red anthurium plant, pine cones and pumpkins. For Thanksgiving, I put it on the dining table on a placemat, and I added a vintage angel with 2 small pumpkins in front of the basket.
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In 1621, the Plymouth colonists and Wampanoag Indians shared an autumn harvest feast that is acknowledged today as one of the first Thanksgiving celebrations in the colonies. Today around the world there are at least 8 different celebrations of thanksgiving, a time to be grateful and celebrate what we have. No, it’s not a time for a turkey and football in the other countries. Each culture has its own traditions celebrating the harvest or bounty of Mother Nature.
Today’s free printable is a reminder to gather together, to be grateful, and to give thanks. Our celebrations may not be the same as usual this year, but in our hearts we can still be grateful and thankful. The printable is sized 12″ x 12″.
For the next few weeks, I am changing my wall decor behind the dining table. I got this arrangement last year and used it on the dining table. This year I’m hanging it on the wall. Soft colored flowers and pumpkins with berries and leaves make a statement on the dining room wall. Read More
My table for Thanksgiving this year is based on my rustic lighted pumpkin. (source: Aldi last year.) I added lace, flowers, leaves, candles, and more rustic pumpkins for the center of the table.