Thanksgiving Dinner Party

Crisp Autumn air, warm and richly colored fall decor, friends, family and Thanksgiving. What’s not to love about November?
This year I hosted an intimate gathering of close friends to share our thanksgivings over a warm meal and sparkling drinks.

Natural branches and sparkling colors to greet guests at the door. Hosting an event always inspires me to break out the festive pieces I’ve created over the years.

And yes, tis’ mid-November and the afternoons are still warm enough to leave the front door open for a while…

Trust me, I would very much love to be lighting a fire and dawning layers of scarves, but alas – this is Phoenix.

Grapevine wreaths make for a simple seasonal decor, and we just added a touch of felt acorns and bronze colored “berries.” I think I’ll just add some boughs of holly in a day or two, and my Christmas decor will be well underway!

As always, vines make for great additions to any season.

Cocktail garnish and Pinterest recipes to follow. 

Autumn-themed appetizers and dinner menu made for a particularly delightful dinner.

Fresh-baked homemade bread.

And a delicious apple pumpkin bunt cake for dessert.

The simple yet elegant table spread featured our favorite linen tablecloth and my grandma’s vintage silverware.

A fresh Persimmon atop each plate added the rich orange glow that we are so fond of this time of year.

The Lord has done great things for us, and we are filled with Joy. Psalm 126:3

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