Wednesday, November 24, 2010

What's Your Thanksgiving Style?

Do you bring out your very best china, crystal and sterling for the big meal? Or do you prefer a more casual look? Take a look at several holiday settings we've admired and create your own special look!

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 provide a fun note at dining level.


Say goodbye to plain orange pumpkins. Creamy-white varieties look elegant adorned with silver glitter and nestled in boxwood atop a silver wine cooler.



A simple basket with greenery, ribbon and fruit can look lovely with your special pieces!



Mix it up! Fresh flowers, nuts, berries, lanterns and all the woodsy touches amidst your finery!


For the Martha Stewart, look place your pressed autumn leaves on a white tablecloth and cover with organza. Your table will be as pretty as your front yard.


As simple as fresh flowers, pumpkins and votives give an inviting look!



If weather permits, set your table outdoors. Mix colors of the harvest, including the wine harvest, for a rich autumnal setting.


Grownups may want a spot at this kid-friendly table. Set with personalized melamine plates and butcher paper stepping in as a tablecloth, this setting is all about carefree dining and quick cleanup.


Whatever your style or preference we wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving!

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Hadley's 2nd Birthday!!!

Hadley turned two years old on Sunday. We celebrated his birthday with cookies from the Happy Dog Cafe. He loved his treats, presents and all the extra attention at work!!





Monday, November 22, 2010

Let's Talk Turkey

In 1863 President Lincoln proclaimed the fourth Thursday of November to be the nations's official Thanksgiving Day. By the 1870's, Americans were eager to celebrate the occasion, especially with fine (meaning English) Thanksgiving china. England's response to the need was a series of delectable transfer-printed dinnerware patterns depicting the holiday's bird of choice - the turkey - and their popularity continues to this day.
Here are some of our favorite pieces, including the all-green pattern honoring Lincoln's Thanksgiving Day proclamation, the most popular platter named Native American, several with leaf and pumpkin borders and the perennial turkey day favorite in red.







Thursday, November 18, 2010

Bookshelf Artistry

We loved the books that we saw at Market - from old, leather, antique books to newer versions in their pretty pastel colors.


We've decided to give you a preview of several different styles of bookshelves - perhaps you can find just the one you like.

Very assymetrical look - perfect for built-in bookcases. Place your largest item on top with your focal pieces in the middle, with books hugging the sides.


Paint your bookshelves to make lighter items pop!



 Jumbled perfection look - lean plates and artwork at the back of your shelves and anchor them with books or heavier objects. Heights can be varied by stacking books horizontally and using them as platforms to display other articles of interest. Use different shapes and textures for added interest.

Have lots of collectibles? Intersperse them throughout your shelves or focus on one, such as the clock and let it be the focus of your attention.


Have fun designing your own special look!