Oh my. I’m pretty sure I rinsed the dishes after Thanksgiving dinner, went to bed, woke up and it was December 9th. Seriously, this season is moving at light speed! I’ve literally wanted to share these photos with you since the moment I took them, but….well, you know. Can we just pretend I didn’t cross the “It’s Christmas, silly, we’re way past Thanksgiving, ok?” deadline? Gracias.
Anyway, it is the season of feasts, and my did we have a glorious one this year on Thanksgiving. I wanted to share a few shots of my holiday tablescape (and a bit of the fun that followed), particularly because I tried something new this year by using a family quilt as the runner. This was a first for me, and admittedly, I was nervous about it getting spilled on or it looking too thick or lumpy, but actually, I think it turned out great! Decorating with quilts seems to be my new pastime. Admittedly, I haven’t touched it since the glorious feast (other than to gobble up those pomms). Mr. Quilt, I think you can stay for at least a couple more weeks (or until my cutting mat says, “move over, buddy!”).
The other thing that was a bit new this year was that I didn’t buy a thing for table decor, as I have in the past. Nope, strolled through Hobby Lobby and didn’t buy a thing. Shopped my house instead for some favorite treasures, and I love how they came together in such a homey and lived-in way. I love anti-stress decorating!
Ah, but the magic really began when it all came to life… Silence for the first couple of minutes, as the reality of the sheer volume of amazing food kicks in and everyone is heartily focused on chewing…and then my brother tells a goofy story, my dad throws in a few puns, more chewing…more laughing…for me, it doesn’t get better than this moment right here.
The kids table was a packed house also! I think this is the most we’d had so far, and they loved every minute of it.
Some new food this year as well. Didn’t make my usual spinach souffle, which I honestly didn’t think anyone would miss, but everyone ended up asking about. Go figure. In it’s place I roasted some brussel sprouts with cranberries and pecans, drizzled in olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and a touch of maple syrup. I fear it might have looked prettier than it tasted, but, c’est la vie. At least it was healthy!
Football ensued, of course, so the chicklets piled on my bed for a movie…(heart melt)
So many precious moments with the little ones…
Hope you had a glorious feast as well, surrounded by the ones you love and filled with special moments. Oh, and stay tuned! Next on the docket- a super quick 2-in-1 jelly roll quilt that makes a great last-minute baby gift! Wrapping up the 2nd of my 2 of these this month, and I can’t wait to share the tutorial with you this weekend!
cheers! XO
I can’t get over at how big the twins have grown! It seems like only a few months ago when they were born!!! Where has the time gone???
love your big family,and the room to accomadate them all.everything looked lovely.xx
from an aussie.
what an enormous family get together, congratulation on feeding such a hoard and putting on the most wonderful spread my mouth is watering looking at it all
Oh wow, loved your pics. Loved your ‘table runner’ idea! I too use a quilt as a table cloth (with a nice plastic over top) that a dear old lady made for us when in our teens. It is totally hand-stitched and had sat in my linen closet for years till through a magazine article the idea was born to use it as a table cloth. Now that I have started to quilt – it has become especially dear to me when I see the love and work that was put into it.
Thank you for sharing the special moments around the table with all your loved ones – those are really special memories!
Beautiful home and memories!
Amy, I love the family photos. Beautiful. The quilt you put on the table is fabulous and perfect for a Thanksgiving Day table setting. I love how you decorate with your quilts. The one on the bed is a beauty too.
Love the pictures of your family. Your tables were beautiful.
I LOVE your table!!! Everything looked beautiful and yummy! This is Thanksgiving! You did it up right. God Bless!
Beautiful! Love all the pictures and story.
outstanding….lovely, of course….and my, how sweet. I shopped from home as well and had all my children and their children (and a grand dog) here with me-it was pretty swell! Since we will all not be together for Christmas, I was motivated to get some of that holiday cheer in on the decorations and it worked out well. I just love your posts.
Hi there Amy,
Such great pictures…and a lovely warm home you have!
I was wondering if you would like to share your pea salad recipe? It is in the picture of the bowls of salads on your sideboard.
I am in your SBC BOM 2014 and am hoping you plan to have another in 2015???? Please???
Quilty Huggs,
Jacqueline in Pitt Meadows
absolutely beautiful table setting. It looks like a great day of Thanks was had by all at your home.
That is the largest dining room table I think I have ever seen! Decorated beautifully. (Are you doing the SBC in 2015?)
I love the quilt on the wall behind the table. How do I get the pattern? Your little ones are so darling!! You are a lucky lady. Merry Christmas!
Cherish every moment! Children grow up fast. Love your table décor and the quilt that had a place of honor there! Loved all the children piled on the bed for a movie! Have a Merry Christmas!
Amy, you are a great hostess to have a bunch of relatives to feed. QUESTION: is that your sister holding the very cute baby? She kind of looks like you. Happy Holidays!
Hi AmyI wanted to do a Craftsy class and I found yours one you did when expecting your twins. I loved the class and your teaching and I am still working on the blocks,it will take me a while to get there as I have other projects on the go. I will follow your work though I think you are good and easy to understand.