It has been a busy and exhausting week for me as the finishing
touches were finally put on the
kitchen. I have to say that I am completely in
love with it, cannot stop looking at it, and will do a “reveal” blog post next
week. While builder, Joe, was working, I did find time to go out in the
conservatory and set a table for two suitable for the month of October.
The pumpkin tureen centerpiece was the inspiration for the table. I honestly
can’t tell you how long ago it was that I bought that tureen (with the orange
berry ring that surrounds it), but I do know that it was at a local shop on
historic Main Street that closed about 20 years ago, so I have had this for a
long time. It is, truly, one of my favorite pieces of holiday culinary decor.
The plates are by David Carter Brown, the pattern is called “Pumpkin Hollow,“
providing the inspiration for the name of this tablescape. They are just small
enough so that I was able to set them on orange
Fiestaware salad plates providing a nice orange
rim to delineate them from the square
black dinner plates beneath.
The pumpkin tureen centerpiece was the inspiration for the table. I honestly
can’t tell you how long ago it was that I bought that tureen (with the orange
berry ring that surrounds it), but I do know that it was at a local shop on
historic Main Street that closed about 20 years ago, so I have had this for a
long time. It is, truly, one of my favorite pieces of holiday culinary decor.
The plates are by David Carter Brown, the pattern is called “Pumpkin Hollow,“
providing the inspiration for the name of this tablescape. They are just small
enough so that I was able to set them on orange
Fiestaware salad plates providing a nice orange
rim to delineate them from the square
black dinner plates beneath.
The black plates set on top Italian chargers with a deep green edge that I
inherited from my mother.
New for this year are the wine glasses with the pumpkin on the stem. I found
these at Target, believe it or not, and pounced on them immediately. They are
glass, not plastic, and surprisingly durable.
Orange
flatware brightens atop Kate
Spade striped napkins that reminded me of the
legs of the wicked witch of the west, so I had to use them here.
The mugs are from Starbucks about 20 years ago. I get those out every year
around this time. 
The wrought
iron candleholders, when put together create a
heart, but when separated, provide a unique look.
This is my birthday month, and favorite time of the year, so I’m hopeful to be
able to do at least one other table setting before October is but a memory.
This is my birthday month, and favorite time of the year, so I’m hopeful to be
able to do at least one other table setting before October is but a memory.
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I absolutely love those plates! I like the way you set the square black plates below them at a different angle. Those pumpkin glasses are so pretty and unique - good for Target! The Starbucks mugs are adorable. Do they still do seasonal stuff? I haven't been in a Starbucks in years. Can't wait to see your kitchen reveal!
ReplyDeleteI really love those wine goblets! Fall table settings are my favorite and this one is great. (:
ReplyDeleteI love your pumpkin tureen Pattie, a perfect Fall centerpiece! Love the new pumpkin stemmed glasses too, great find~ October is such a fun month, Happy Birthday, you can celebrate in style at this pretty table!
ReplyDeleteJenna
Beautiful table setting (here and elsewhere in your posts). And your cooking ....my mouth is watering. First I have to make the tomato bacon bites. And the sweets....that is what I like best. But the fish dishes look great too. I can't wait to see your kitchen! andrea
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome pumpkin tablescape! I LOVE that tureen and the mugs as well! Thanks for popping by my blog today!
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful table. It must be wonderful to have the kitchen done!
ReplyDeleteI am loving that pumpkin centerpiece and the wine glasses look classic too.
ReplyDeleteThose Pumpkin Hollow plates are adorable Pattie! I’m smitten with those pumpkin goblets from Target and love the use of the black striped, ala witch stocking, napkins. Your tureen is a beauty!
ReplyDeletePattie, I love the bold colors, shapes and patterns! The tureen is spectacular and the plates seem to agree, having multiplied all the pumpkins. The greens/teals are a lovely contrast with the oranges and blacks. I love when well-loved dishware makes its appearance year after year, but is styled in new and different ways. Have a happy Halloween!
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