An Enchanted Garden Gathering

Set the table outdoors and let the natural atmosphere of an autumn garden guide your sensibilities for an unforgettable Thanksgiving.  Pair mismatched terracotta pots with elegant taper candles and luxurious throws to create a sumptuous supper for the season.    

Keep things simple on the table by gathering groupings of fall plants, such as ornamental kale with its natural violet tones, and ever-perfect chrysanthemums. These natural elements convey the crisp fall weather soon to arrive, bringing anticipation for change indoors and out.

Light up the meal with candles in mismatched holders from the very tall to the very small. Weave twinkle lights in among the draped eucalyptus stems that line the centre of the table to charm your guests and warm their hearts.    

The deep-violet, velvet petals of pansies encapsulate autumn textures and colours, with hues delicious enough to eat amid your Thanksgiving gathering. We take our cues from the natural garden, matching imperfections with accidental combinations, to create an elegant harmony.

Rough palettes become rich, when dressed up for the evening with tableware and ceramics, then draped in colourful linens. The end of summer is a jubilation of autumn's beginning, taking us toward tranquility and rest, as we echo the garden's slow downshift and embrace the moment.