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10 Inspiring Tablescapes (and Tips) for Thanksgiving

10 Inspiring Tablescapes (and Tips) for Thanksgiving

Kathy Kuo Home 6:24 pm

There are only a few days until we stuff ourselves full of turkey (or tofurkey), PacMan our way through pumpkin pies, and spend the rest of the evening rolling about like Violet Beauregard. But before all of the fun and feasting begins, you need to prepare and set the table! Luckily, we’ve curated the most inspiring Thanksgiving tablescapes we could find from Instagram, Pinterest and our favorite design blogs. Use these photos as inspiration, and read our Thanksgiving hosting tips from our founder Kathy Kuo to make sure you impress your guests this holiday season.

source: Style Me Pretty

source: Fashionable Hostess


Tablescape Tip #1 

In the debate of tablecloth vs no tablecloth… always go with a tablecloth. While there are several inspiring shots of tablescapes on plain reclaimed wood tables (including a few in this article), this setup is unrealistic for most families and should be reserved for outdoor dining or pretty magazines only. Not only will a tablecloth and runner make cleanup so much easier, but dressing your table with cloth also adds an elegant veil to the festivities. Cloth napkins are another Thanksgiving staple. They elevate the dinner experience and can be thrown into the wash at the end of the night for easy cleanup! Find some of our favorite table linens below and on the site here.

Mode Living Modern Classic Belle Napkins with Gold Polka Dots - Set of 4

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Mode Living Modern Classic Venice Gold Runner

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Sferra Modern Cheers Cocktail Napkin

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kathy kuo home thanksgiving tablescape

source: designindulgences.com


Tablescape Tip #2

Choose a beautiful centerpiece… that’s not too high! We all know that a centerpiece makes a table, but too often they end up being gargantuan, ostentatious pieces that impede conversation. No one should have to be a trained contortionist to get a say in. Check out some of our stunning centerpieces below:

Arteriors Fortuna Modern Classic Crystal Ball Oblong Brass Centerpiece

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Earl 10" Glittery Bristle Pine Sleigh Centerpiece with Pine Cones and Lights

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Noah 30" Wintry Pine Centerpiece Candleholder with Pine Cones and Red Berries

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source: housebeautiful.com


Tablescape Tip #3

We love a layered look, so we’re head over heels with this about table setting we saw in HouseBeautiful. One plate is not enough for Thanksgiving dinner. Make sure you layer in a placemat, tablecloth, charger, florals and more… Thanksgiving is about sharing, so the more decor the merrier! Shop our dinnerware and flatware here. 


kathy kuo home thanksgiving tablescape

photo found via: popsugar.com


Tablescape Tip #4

Set the table the right way. Let’s be honest, most days we don’t have time for proper etiquette or a decked out table. We get it. But when you’re putting so much effort into the food and festivities, you should want to display your food proudly. Plus, a well dressed table will certainly impress your guests. Aren’t sure what you need? Check out our guide on how to set the dinner table below:

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Tablescape Tip #5

Consider an evergreen color scheme. We’re loving green, white, and gold right now. Not only will it be a trend this holiday season, but it’s neutrality makes it a palette that can last all through the spring.


kathy kuo home thanksgiving tablescape

source: lonny.com


Tablescape Tip #6

Are you planning a more woodsy, down-to-earth (quite literally) Thanksgiving feast? This year, we love the rustic holiday look. If you are going rustic, the traditional rusty red and orange colors are a great option, and don’t forget to set the table with candle lanterns to set the mood.

Bastia French Country Antique Grey Candle Stick - Set of 2

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Antique Moss Grey Wash Wrought Iron Square Candle Hurricane

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Oly Studio Clint Modern Classic Gold Metal Candleholder - Set of 2

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kathy kuo home thanksgiving tablescape

source: heavenlybloomsblog.com


Tablescape Tip #7

Personalize your place settings. As a result, your small personal touch can mean so much more than that to your guests. Each person in attendance will know that you thought about them being there (and not to mention, they look adorable).


kathy kuo home thanksgiving

source: censationalgirl.com


Tablescape Tip #8

Have a bar cart, and let your guests pour their own drink! You want to be a good host, but it can be exhausting, and you deserve to enjoy the party as well. Serving your dinner buffet style and having a bar cart for drinks takes a lot of pressure off of you (and you don’t have to worry about who wants what portion size). Make sure to brush up on our bar cart essentials!

Crawley Modern Regency Brass Copper Mirrored Storage Bar Cart

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Interlude Ava Modern Acrylic and Glass Serving Bar Cart

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Olga Modern Regency Angular Brass Bar Cart

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kathy kuo home thanksgiving tablescape

source: stylemepretty.com


Need more inspo? Checkout more Thanksgiving looks we love below and on our Pinterest board. Let us know your favorite (or other tablescapes you love) in the comments section!
kathy kuo home thanksgiving

source: craftberrybush.com

 

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source: craftberrybush.com

 

thanksgiving tablescape kathy kuo home

source: craftberrybush.com

 

kathy kuo home thanksgiving tablescape

source: mixofchic.com

 

kathykuohome thanksgiving tablescape

source: honeyohmy.com

 

kathy kuo home thanksgiving tablescape

source: indulgy.com

 

katy kuo home thanksgiving tablescape

source: stylemepretty.com

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3 thoughts on “10 Inspiring Tablescapes (and Tips) for Thanksgiving”

  1. MARY BENDICKSON on November 9, 2018 at 7:56 am said:

    nspiring!

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    • Kathy Kuo Home on January 29, 2019 at 7:54 pm said:

      Thanks, Mary! Glad you enjoyed.

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  2. Joshua Colorop on November 5, 2018 at 12:27 pm said:

    Great tips!

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