It’s been a while since I’ve posted a Friday Favorite, but I saw this image on Pinterest and I couldn’t resist.
Image from houzz.com
How cool is this piece of bluestone that has been scored to work like a drain? I love the creativity and uniqueness of hiding something that is needed, and I will definitely keep this design in mind for future projects.
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and there’s no time like now to start hammering out the details.
If you are like me, you haven’t done the first thing to prepare are determined to make the festive day smooth and stress-free. After all, the holiday is about coming together and giving thanks for all we are grateful.
BUT…….. Long before the food is served, your table will make a first impression.
Some of the loveliest tables aren’t necessarily about the china or silver, but rather the natural elements that suggest the occasion. I love fine china and silver as much as the next person, but what really makes the table for me is a thoughtful arrangement, place cards, or special linens.
As mentioned in a previous post, unique napkin folds are an simple way to add elegance to your table. If you haven’t already, watch this video as I show how easily napkin folding can be done in a unique way.
Below we are sharing some of our favorite tablescapes from Pinterest.
Take advantage of what nature provides. The varieties of pumpkins, gourds, and garden plants lend themselves to beautiful arrangements. Image from The Daily Basics.
I love the mixture of colors, tones and textures at this table. Image from Martha Moments.
Handmade place cards are such a nice, detailed touch. Image by Cottage and Vine
Instead of place cards, use words that remind you of giving thanks. Image from The Glamorous Housewife.
It’s important to remember that you don’t have to break the bank to create a memorable setting. Image from Griffanie.
Beautiful and simple are the words for the day. Here’s to getting your table ready to give thanks,
For today’s Friday Favorite, I am sharing the must-have coffee table book, Birmingham Style, produced by Birmingham Home and Garden .
As mentioned in a previous post, this book highlights the best design in Birmingham, Alabama. There is a lot of talent in the city I call home, and I am honored to be included in this publication.
It is a collection of projects offering inspiration, ideas, and resources for readers who want to find their own style through images of beautiful homes and gardens.
Because I love this first-of-its-kind book for my city, and I know you will too, I am giving awaytwo copies.
To enter into the drawing, you must first subscribe to my blog (if you have not already) and share this post on Instagram and/or Facebook. I will give a book away to one new subscriber and one to another person who shares this post.
Note, if you share this post and one of your friends shares it from you, not only will they be entered into the drawing, you will be entered two times. Make sure to tag me so I know the post has been shared by you. The winners will be announced next Wednesday.