While it may only be a small gathering, this year is my first time cooking a full Thanksgiving meal. And in my world, regardless of size, that deserves a dressed up table…
Inspired by this paisley table runner in autumnal hues and these gold dotted West Elm plates (picked up on sale), I was looking for a simple DIY that would be easy on budget and time. Enter, Martha Stewart. Using simple votive holders picked up from Michaels, and layers of tissue paper in ombre colors, I came up with a these candle holders. And remember the spray painted gold pumpkin from my last Make-Do post? Yep, I cut the top off, and voila! A shiny vase for my matching mixed bouquet. Finally, using a gold sharpie I drew up simple place cards with each guest’s name and paisley shapes. Now, about that bird…
