Welcome to my neck of the woods in Wisconsin. It is that time of the year when the garden is cleaned up, the veggies are canned, the last of the summer flowers displayed their fading beauty and the Halloween decor finished its final frightful purpose for the enjoyment of family and friends in the neighborhood. The Thanksgiving holiday is right around the corner and it officially kicks off the entire Christmas holiday season and the many celebrations yet to come.
On Monday, October 17, 2022, our area had its first (very early) snowfall of the season and I believe there will be plenty of snow to arrive long before winter officially begins. It is time to prepare and cozy up the house for those chilly snowy evenings. This brings me to mention that in this posting, we are celebrating the warmth and kinship of the Thanksgiving holiday with other passionate tablescapers in the Thanksgiving Day Blog Hop hosted by our kind and thoughtful friend and fellow designer, Rita from Panoply on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. Be sure to visit each of the links below to share in the celebration.
What pops into your mind when you think of Thanksgiving preparations? To name a few, may I list the blessing of visiting family and friends, delicious food in abundance and a comfortable, intimate and thoughtfully decorated surroundings to relax, feel at ease and enjoy each other's friendship. The best way to achieve a cozy, but laid back holiday setting is by putting together the perfect Northwoods inspired black and red buffalo checkered tablescape for that casual feeling of peacefulness and contentment.
A resting faux wood deer on pine branches as a centerpiece for the table adds a bit of rustic charm and elements of nature.
Plenty of greenery, pinecones (large and small) and deer antlers lends to the beauty of the great outdoors and refers to the time of year in Wisconsin for hunting that begins just before the holiday.
Even the bottle of wine needs to be dressed and made cozy with fur pom poms.
Some black metal pinecone napkin rings gather together double napkins.
Each placesetting is adorned with a small twig pumpkin and antique gold bells on the corner of each placemat that adds rustic detail to each plate.
You can't think of the Northwoods without thinking of pinecones and deer.
You cupcakes made me smile - how adorable and perfect for your theme! I love the warmth of your tablesetting - the centerpiece is so fitting for your theme. All you need is a dusting of snow! Last year I also make a campfire cake - it was a big hit! Enjoy your thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteYour northwoods table setting is so festive and those bear cupcakes are absolutely adorable! Blessings, Cecilia @My Thrift Store Addiction
ReplyDeleteOh my, Marsha, with having already received your first snow of the season, I can certainly see the motive in your choice of elements for this blended holiday table. While Thanksgiving is all that you mention, the cozy factor delivered here could leave me wanting to just stay through Christmas! I love the treats shared for cozying up. I hope your Thanksgiving will be spent with family and new memories made. Happy Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteI feel like I'm in the north woods here! Your table is so cute, and one thing I'm definitely taking away is using little cast iron skillets in a wintry vignette: BRILLIANT! Such a darling idea that I will borrow! I also love your bear cupcakes: They are the cutest! The flannel, pinecones, and candles make everything so cozy. I can't believe y'all have already had snow...in October! We rarely have any snow here in Central Alabama. Happy Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteIt would be so nice to settle down in your cozy space perhaps in front of a flickering fire and enjoy a thanksgiving meal. I especially like the natural elements that you use and the pumpkins are the perfect embellishment to the table. The black and red tartan will transition nicely into the Christmas season. The bear cupcakes are terrific. Happy Thanksgiving!
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hi Marsha, your red and black buffalo check is so cozy and perfect for your Northwoods theme! The elegant carved wood deer nestled among the greens and pinecones is so pretty, and I love all your extra special touches with the bells on the placemats, the little cast iron skillets, the unique iron chargers and the cute matching wine bag! The bear cupcakes couldn't be cuter!!! You are set for a cozy Thanksgiving with a table that will take you through the December holidays too!
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It looks like things are all decked out for the upcoming holidays! But what I love most are your baking designs. The campfire cake and bear cupcakes look like something you'd see on one of those baking competitions on the Food Network. Happy Thanksgiving! -Andrea
ReplyDeleteMarsha, I love your buffalo check table. The deer makes for a stunning centerpiece. You already have snow, wow. A lovely table that create a cozy mood. The campfire cake is darling. Love the cute little bears, I shall make some for the grands. Flannel, the pine ones definitely speak North woods. A pleasure joint you. Stay warm and cozy.
ReplyDeleteMarsha, I love your campfire cake and use of the mini skillets for your pillar candles and pine cones! Your Northwoods table is so cozy with the red and black buffalo check, deer, greenery, pine cones and antlers and spans the seasons from fall to winter. I love your cute bear cupcakes too! So happy join you at the table and hop with you again. Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving ♥
ReplyDeleteMarsha, Those cupcakes are darling! Your northwoods inspired setting is so cozy and festive! You have covered every detail. Even your porch is all decorated and cozy!
ReplyDeleteMany blessings to you and your family for a joyous Thanksgiving!
Marsha I adore the cute cupcakes and using the red plaid theme is perfect for your neck of the woods. (Love your porch setting too) The antlers and rustic deer are perfect for your centerpiece and make me want to sit at your table drinking hot chocolate and watching the snow from your lovely windows. I have a confession to make. Several years ago I purchased what I thought were individual cast iron skillets that might hold a meal-in-one but when they arrived, I had to laugh because they were barely large enough for a cookie let alone a meal. Thanks for hopping and have a great Thanksgiving.
ReplyDeleteMarsha I don't know what happened to my comment earlier today but it is not showing up and the message at the time said it was waiting for approval. Unfortunately, I can't remember all I said but...I remember how cute those cupcakes were and I am going to make them in a few days. I recognize the vanilla wafers and the "eyes" but the ears are a mystery. I thought of lifesavers or mints but could you tell me exactly what you used? I know I commented about your little cast iron skillets...and your beautiful porch with that gorgeous plaid. Looking out your dining windows at the snow has to be a wonderful experience and an advantage to living in the north woods. I always look forward to your inputs..have a happy Thanksgiving.
ReplyDeleteI love the bold, saturated colors of your buffalo check table and accompanying red and black tablewares and buffet extras! The texture of the organic materials and the placemats are a wonderful counterpoint to the blacks and reds. This table will encourage any and all guests to linger for a while on Thanksgiving -- and after!
ReplyDeleteps. Your front porch is wonderful and the bear cupcakes are beyond adorable!
Marsha, I adore red, so this table makes my heart sing. The wooden deer is gorgeous and makes the perfect centerpiece with the pine branches. Your table is beautiful, warm and inviting. Those bear cupcakes are precious. I would like to have one right now with my cup of tea. It is always a joy to join you on these hops. I hope that you have a happy Thanksgiving. Shannon@Belle Bleu Interiors.
ReplyDeleteMarsha, your red and black buffalo check is perfect for the north woods and especially after having your first snowfall. The deer is an ideal centerpiece for the season.I love the cast iron skillets and the bear cupcakes are so much fun. Wishing you a blessed Thanksgiving season!
ReplyDeleteSo cozy and rustic. Love the idea of using plaid for Thanksgiving! Your cupcakes are the cutest things ever! Thank you for sharing you fabulous ideas!
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Marsha, your table spells COZY to me!! I love the buffalo check and the warmth it gives off. Your campfire cake and bear cupcakes are absolutely adorable!! What a fun way to celebrate the chilly temperatures we get for Thanksgiving! I hope you enjoy your time with family and friends! Always a pleasure to hop with you. Happy Thanksgiving 🧡🍗
ReplyDeleteMarsha, you had me at Buffalo check! I can just envision how cozy sitting around your table must be! The wood dear is gorgeous! And the cupcakes....or my gosh, so cute. I think I am ready for a visit to the North Woods! Happy Thanksgiving :)
ReplyDeleteSorry Marsha! Commenting again because I forgot to change my name from anonymous! I adore the Buffalo check. I can really envision how cozy and warm it must be sitting around your table on Thanksgiving! The wood dear is gorgeous and the cupcakes are adorable! Happy Thanksgiving :)
ReplyDeleteMarsha, love the cupcakes, and the fact you are always true to how early winter comes your way. Really, everything feels warm and cozy. Living where I do, in Idaho, I know how important this is!
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving Hugs,
Rachelle
Buffalo plaid and pine boughs never go out of style! Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteMarsha this is such a cozy setting! Those bear cupcakes are too cute! I'd love for you to come link up over at my weekly link party that goes every Wednesday-Sunday! https://www.ourtinynest.com/2022/11/16/weekly-wednesday-link-party-322/
ReplyDeleteHi Marsha, I just loved your tablescape and Northwoods decor. Thanks so much for coming by All About Home link party and sharing the fun. I'm featuring this post at the party this evening!
ReplyDeleteWow, I love your tablescape. So beautiful. Congratulations, you are being featured on Thursday Favorite Things. I hope you stop by.
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Hugs,
Bev