CELEBRATION

Fall is one of my favorite times of the year. 

"Texture” is the predominant word to describe this table. It has fun elements too. The bamboo placemats were displayed at my favorite thrift store. I recognized them as ones I had bought, used and donated to the very same place. Even though I had to buy them again, I was thrilled that they were once again mine. Amazing that when you love something that fondness does not go away.

What makes this table cohesive is color. All the elements blend with fall tones. The special interest comes from the two different place settings. Two of them pick up the animal theme, both from Fitz and Floyd. The other settings pick up the amber tones and are glass plates found online. I already had the black dishes for the stack and the goblets. What I love best is the shawl picking up the design in the vase. I loved using it not only for the pattern but for its suggested warmth. There is a lot going on in this one; however, it gives my eye a chance to discover, and that is part of the fun.

If you take another look at the background, you will see the arrangement has packing material inserted into the vase. That is certainly another example of texture. 

There are so many things this table is saying. It is talking about the colors of fall, trips to the museum, favorite wild animals, walking in the woods, and remembering the scent of pumpkin spice. It is also asking the guests if they have ever had to rebuy an item once donated. My friend broke into laughter when she heard that!!!!