A final Thanksgiving themed table before the big day tomorrow! I was “auditioning” turkey plates in preparation for a lunch with a friend a couple of weeks ago taking, advantage of the last the warm weather and fall color. I have several sets of turkey plates, I picked up over the years, no complete sets,…
Thanksgiving Table With a Touch of Blue
I took advantage of warm temperatures to set a table for two~ with a little color inspiration from a pair plates I found at HomeGoods. Blue married with shades of rust and brown seemed like an unlikely Thanksgiving color combination but Mother Nature, seemed to give her stamp of approval with the water reflecting the blue sky, along with…
The Flavors of Fall in a Cake: Cranberry-Apple-Pumpkin Bundt Cake
Celebrate fall with a splurge-worthy dessert, Cranberry-Apple-Pumpkin Bundt Cake. The flavors of fall in a cake with a Maple Glaze and Sugared Pecans and Pepitas. Celebrate fall with a splurge-worthy dessert and flavors of fall in cake! The base flavor of the cake is pumpkin with a filling of apple, cranberry and toasted pecans. If…
Cream of Plenty Soup, aka, Shrimp and Corn Chowder
Cream of Plenty Soup, aka, Shrimp and Corn Chowder. . . the best of corn and seafood chowders together in a bowl, plenty delicious and plenty hearty. I know this upcoming week is a busy one for most everyone~ cooking and cleaning, preparing for company or travelling with Thanksgiving a few days away. Cream…
Gilded Gourds and Giving Thanks Table
My gourds and pumpkins are making the transition from fall to Thanksgiving with a little gilding~ Dressed in wash of Venetian, Glorious Gold and Rich Espresso for the holiday table. I picked up some DecoArt Dazzling Metallics paint from Michaels~ Brushing it on to highlight, but not completely cover the lumps, bumps, and wonderful organic textures of…
A Harvest of Gray Tablescape and Favorite Fall Soup
I’m at the table enjoying the last bit of fall color and a hayride, courtesy of Royal Stafford’s Hayride Harvest~ My harvest of gray pumpkins is paired with a few leaves for a pop of color~ And I’m enjoying a visit to the Blacksmith’s Forge, courtesy Royal Stafford~ One of our favorite fall soups is…
Mini Pumpkin Pies – Easy Individual Desserts for Thanksgiving
Craving classic pumpkin pie flavor in a fun, bite-sized form? These Mini Pumpkin Pies are baked in a muffin tin using refrigerated pie crusts and a simple, one-bowl filling. They’re cute, quick, and perfect for Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, or fall entertaining. Plus — don’t toss that empty pumpkin can! Repurpose it into a charming fall flower…
Window of Opportunity~ Harvesting & Gathering
I took the opportunity & advantage of long hubby-free weekend to tackle some projects and do a little window dressing~ harvesting & gathering in my Potting Shed. Dressing my window box~ filling it with pumpkins, gourds, Indian corn, and ornamental kale. I’ve been in a Thanksgiving state of mind, with Pumpkin Granola and the aroma of pumpkin pie…
Autumn’s Delight
I’m delighting in Autumn~ My favorite season! A season for harvesting, layering, and enjoying the fall foliage~ I gathered some fruit, mini pumpkins and leaves, and layered my quilted coverlet with a warm, wool plaid throw to enjoy some Autumn’s Delight at the table. This centerpiece is one you can pull together in 5 minutes…
Pumpkin Granola
Pumpkin, maple syrup and applesauce bind the oats together in this oil-free granola recipe. Easy to customize to your taste, with your nuts and fruit of choice. Pumpkin Granola sounded like it would be the perfect answer for Thanksgiving weekend with family in town! You can make this now and store it in an airtight…