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My So-Connecticut Life: Thanksgiving Table Tips
A Connecticut mom shares her streamlined Thanksgiving table setup for families of up to seven.
In brief
A Connecticut mom shares her streamlined Thanksgiving table setup for families of up to seven. A mother in Easton, Connecticut, uses a greenery garland, dishwasher-safe plates, and vintage pieces to set a simple yet festive Thanksgiving table for up to seven people. Originally reported by Homesandgardens.
My So-Connecticut Life
A mother in Easton, Connecticut, shares her streamlined Thanksgiving table setup for families of up to seven.
My First Thanksgiving Home
Twelve years ago, the author hosted six family members at Thanksgiving with vintage china and glassware.
Family Growth
The author now hosts up to seven children and spouses at Thanksgiving, requiring more efficient table settings.
Greenery Garland
The author uses magnolia leaves and other greenery for a centerpiece that’s easy to make and doesn’t block views.
Dishwasher-Safe Plates
The author prefers simple, dishwasher-safe china dinner plates over vintage pieces that require hand-washing.
Linens as Background
The author uses a solid tablecloth with patterned or solid napkins to let greenery and glassware stand out.
Special Glassware
The author saves crystal glassware and candleholders for holidays, inherited from family members.
Shop Essentials
The author recommends Lenox dinner plates, plaid napkins, and white tablecloths for Thanksgiving table settings.
Balanced Approach
The author’s formula balances simplicity with enough variation to keep Thanksgiving table settings fresh each year.
Here's the gist
A mother in Easton, Connecticut, uses a greenery garland, dishwasher-safe plates, and vintage pieces to set a simple yet festive Thanksgiving table for up to seven people.