Creating a Fall Table

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This is for you that may have missed my fall table over at Bear Rabbit Bear this weekend for Fall Project Week.


Currently my dining room isn't finished but I won't let that minor detail stop me from setting the table.  The color theme in the downstairs of my home are blues, browns, and tans.  I like the traditional fall colors, but I thought the reds and oranges would clash with my other decor.  The dining room is at the front of the house so everyone sees it before going into the family room.

To start are some simple pieces I got at Target, my favorite store besides Home Depot.  I bought tan placemats, white plates, and blue napkins with a floral design.  The stemware and flatware were wedding gifts.  We've never used them.  I guess I'm waiting on a big dinner party to pull 'em out.




The bowl and decorative balls are from Garden Ridge.


I bought some pumpkins from the Dollar Tree and painted them white and blue.






Also on the table are my Williams Sonoma inspired glass hurricanes.  I like them better here on the table.  Who doesn't like eating by candlelight?







I filled in the spaces with some leftover pieces from my faux leaf garland from the Dollar Tree and vine garland balls.





I love how everything turned out.

Are you more traditional or modern when it comes to your fall decor?

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Comments

  1. Casa De LunaOctober 11, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    Your table setting looks great! I really like the leaves in your candle holders.

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  2. PamelaOctober 11, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    Lovely! I wouldn't have thought to paint the pumpkins blue but they really sing.

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  3. UnknownOctober 11, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    Stopping by from the Don't Waste Your Homemaking link up! I have to admit, I recently saw a post of someone who decorated for fall with blue, blue/green, gray and white pumpkins and I hated it. However, I absolutely love your table!! It's so pretty! You did such a great job! Thank you for sharing!

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  4. Decor & HarmonyOctober 12, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    Very nice tablescape :) You have created such an inviting space. I'm an eclectic decorator I love mixing styles. Stop by for a blog visit!!

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  5. Jenny @ Simcoe StreetOctober 12, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    I absolutely love this -- looks fabulous! I'd love to eat dinner here :)

    Jenny
    www.simcoestreet.blogspot.com

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  6. Lindsay ConnerOctober 12, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    Looks so elegant! Glad I found your blog through the party :)

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  7. Honey at 2805October 12, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    Your tablescape is delightful! The blue painted pumpkins are terrifice in this setting and I do like your hurricanes!

    Yes, I will follow you on FB and Pinterest too! Hope you will be linking to Potpourri Friday!

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  8. Pink LadyOctober 12, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    Love this... I just did my mantle with cream and sage pumpkins. Stopping by from A bowl full of lemon linky party.

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  9. Robin JohnsonOctober 13, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    Your table looks amazing. I love all the different elements. it's beautiful.

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  10. jess@balancing the dreamOctober 13, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    Will you please come to my house and decorate my table!!! hehe you have great design style! good job!

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  11. Randi~Dukes and DuchessesOctober 13, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    Love the blue and white pumpkins ... those are such a fun and different touch.

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  12. Mrs.CFH2October 14, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    Looks great! I'm having the hardest time finishing my dining table! Found you through the DIY Showoff Parade.

    http://myhappycasa.blogspot.com/

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  13. Courtney ~ French Country CottageOctober 14, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    Your pumpkins are so neat- love that you painted them blue and white!! I host Feathered Nest Friday at my blog on the weekends if you would like to come share sometime! :)

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  14. Heather {A Mom Without Facebook}October 14, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    Very elegant! LOVE! The hurricanes are my fav! Found you through tatertots linky! :)

    ♥Heather

    {A Mom Without Facebook}

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  15. JennOctober 16, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    It looks beautiful! I just love the blue! Thanks so much for linking up to The Creative Spark - I'll be featuring this on my facebook page today. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
    Jenn :)

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  16. Randee EricksonOctober 16, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    Very pretty!

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  17. JenniferOctober 17, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Beautiful!! I love the blue and brown together!! I tend to be traditional but find you gals who are not to be inspiring!!
    Thanks for sharing at Show & Share!!

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  18. Kate @ craftwhateverOctober 18, 2011 at 12:10 AM

    Saw this at Making the World Cuter...what a nice table!! I love blue and I love the way you added that color to the traditional fall palette. Such a nice arrangement!

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  19. SaraOctober 19, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    Just wanted to let you know that I featured your beautiful fall table at my turquoise lovin' party this week!! Thank you so much for linking it up!!

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  20. Marcie @ DWYHOctober 19, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Love your table scrap! Love the colors! Your being featured at Homemaking Party today :).

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  21. misss_eOctober 21, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    This is so adorable. I love that you used blue instead of the normal fall colors!

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  22. Carol, The Answer Is ChocolateOctober 22, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    Your table looks fantastic! Love the color theme and the white pumpkins! Thanks for sharing at this week's BFF Open House!

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  23. Jill C.November 7, 2011 at 10:58 PM

    Gorgeous, I think I need to paint some pumpkins. I am enjoying your blog, keep up the good work!

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  24. Jill C.November 7, 2011 at 10:58 PM

    Gorgeous, I think I need to paint some pumpkins. I am enjoying your blog, keep up the good work!

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  25. Kim @ NewlyWoodwardsNovember 20, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    Very pretty and elegant. Live the use of nontraditional fall colors, ESP. The cool blue. Thanks so much for linking up to Dare to DIY. I hope you get a chance to check out some of the other tables this week - that's the fun part.

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  26. The WilsonsNovember 20, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    I love the candles! This all turned out so great. Thanks for the wonderful ideas!

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  27. UnknownNovember 21, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    So pretty!!! I love the non-traditional colors, what a great idea :)

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