Flavors Of Fall | Virtual Progressive Dinner Blog Hop

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There are a few more days until we can officially ring in the fall season, but I’m joining some blog friends to jumpstart the season with a fall blog hop.  Welcome to the Flavors of Fall Virtual Progressive Dinner Blog Hop.  If you missed the party inspiration we shared earlier this year, check out the spring soiree  and summer soiree blog hop.

If you’re coming over from Viva La Vintage For Your Home, thanks for stopping by.  Jamala’s Blueberry Molasses Wings look finger licking good.  For those of you just now jumping in, no worries, I will provide a link to the other party stops at the bottom of the post so you won’t miss any of the Flavors Of Fall entertaining fun.

Now that you’ve indulged in a cocktail (or two) and enjoyed a delicious appetizer, it’s time to sit down at the table for the main course.  I was in charge of creating a fall inspired tablescape and I’m pretty jazzed with how it turned out.

The inspiration and focal point of my fall table was this beautiful pumpkin and ribbon centerpiece that I created.  I gathered some faux pumpkins, made ribbon pics using ribbon from  The Ribbon Roll and assembled all the elements on a wood tray.

.p.s.  Those of you that have been reading my blog for a while know that I have a thing for ribbon!!  I’m excited to let you know that I am joining one of my favorite ribbon companies, The Ribbon Roll as part of the design team.  Each season I will be making DIY projects showcasing their beautiful ribbons.  The projects will be shared on their blog (coming soon) and I’ll also be sharing them here on my blog. Until then, you can shop their assortment of ribbons here and follow The Ribbon Roll facebook page here.

update:  The full DIY tutorial for making this centerpiece is now live on The Ribbon Roll blog

Using the colors in my centerpiece as inspiration, I built the place settings around brown and ivory.  I used my brown and white English transferware plates and placed them on top of brown faux crocodile chargers  The linen colored leaf placemats were a great find at Bed Bath Beyond–just .85 cents ea.  The striped napkins are from HomeGoods.

  Instead of place cards at each placesetting, I printed out the menu, placed it to a small clip board and set it on top of each plate.  It’s an easy and inexpensive way to add an unexpected touch to the table.  The natural color of the clipboards worked great with my decor but you could paint or decorate them to fit any party theme.

DINNER PARTY TIPS:

Create a color theme for your party decor so all the elements work together.

Keep the centerpiece low so your guests can see and converse across the table with ease.

Incorporate unscented candles into your table decor for ambience.  I mean everyone looks great by candlelight, right!

Layers are key to a beautiful table so add them into your place setting, centerpiece and table linens.

Don’t be afraid to mix and match metal finishes when you’re setting a table.  I used silver flatware alongside brass candleholders. The two tones work great with the colors in my centerpiece and add visual contrast to the arrangement.

Aren’t these fringe napkins rings just adorable?  They were so easy to make and added a fun touch to my table.  I’ll be sharing how to make these on the blog tomorrow.

I had lots fun creating this tablescape and even though fall might not be here just yet, I’m ready to entertain!

Well friends, dinner is about to be served so head on over to Home On Poplar Creek to see the yummy main course that Nicole has planned for us.

Don’t miss any of the fall party fun.  Be sure to check out the links for all the participants below:

Cocktail Hour–Atta Girl Says

Appetizers–Viva La Vintage For Your Home

Tablescape–ConfettiStyle (your truly)

Main Course–Home On Poplar Creek

Dessert–M. Jones Style

Hostess Gifts & Party Favors–Positively Southern