Whether you’re hosting your extended family, immediate family, or setting the Thanksgiving table for two this year – there’s always room to make it beautiful and memorable. We’ll be heading to my Mother-in-Law’s at the beach for a small family gathering. To compliment the mains, I’ll be whipping up my famous mashed potatoes, corn and a veggie tray. Maybe some cheese to spice things up as well! I’m just looking forward to being surrounded by loved ones for the day, and enjoying some quality time.
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Thanksgiving Table for Two | The Setting
When planning your quaint Thanksgiving table for two, think about layering your settings. Start with your tablecloth. I picked up this beauty at a local Madison Mathews sale. Sadly it doesn’t look like they currently sell linens online, but always worth checking out if you’re local to Charleston. I highly recommend a few of my favorite online linen sources for printed fabrics: India Amory + Amanda Lindroth. Or of course Etsy. From there, I love adding a bit of texture by way of a woven placemat.
When it comes to plates, I typically lean to the side of a solid {albeit, ‘basic’} dinner plate, paired with a seasonal or colorful salad plate that brings some personality to the table. With this set up, I opted for a classic very Thanksgiving-esk accent plate. I wouldn’t normally recommend purchasing salad plates that are this seasonally specific, however sometimes you can’t pass up a good William Sonoma sale. They always deliver when it comes to their seasonal selection of tabletop year after year.
Last, but most definitely my favorite aspect of setting a Thanksgiving table for two, is your glassware selection. I always say – have fun with glassware! There’s always a time and a place for your traditional clear glass trio, but when I entertain, I find my glassware is the place I most like to infuse texture, varying heights + pops of color. While some may not be as passionate about glassware, it’s the element that brings a concept full circle.
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Thanksgiving Centerpiece Ideas
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What to Wear for Thanksgiving
I think Thanksgiving {and the holidays in general} feel a little different for all of us this year. So you may be opting to take a more casual approach for your Thanksgiving lunch or dinner. However for me, dressing to the occasion gives me the feeling of normalcy, so in true Kristin fashion, I’ll be rocking a fall dress for our family festivities. Whether you find yourself at a Thanksgiving table for two, or amongst a small group of family + friends, here are a few outfits ideas that suit the holiday.
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