Tablescapes and fun decorating ideas

Now that all that stressful pre-planning is over with it's time to have some fun with the Thanksgiving decor! I am still deciding on just how my table will look this year but I'm certainly enjoying doing the research for ideas!.

HGTV gives 15 different looks here: http://www.hgtv.com/entertaining/15-stylish-thanksgiving-table-settings/pictures/index.html?i=1
This one is my personal fave. Not so much the wicker baskets but LOVE the candlesticks and fall foliage!

Here is another great source (By Stephanie Lynn)  for ideas : http://www.bystephanielynn.com/2011/11/60-stylish-table-settings-for-thanksgiving-tablescape-ideas-and-inspiration-daily-buzz-moms-9x9.html

Some decorating tips that I follow:
1) Shop your house! You are sure to have some great items on bookshelves, on top of cabinets, etc. Walk around and grab what you see that fits the occasion.
2) Go to your local Dollar Store and load up on the cute glasses, jars, cloth napkins and reinvent them by painting your guests name on the glasses, or tie a home made name tag with jute around a jar and fill with whole walnuts, or acorns. Let your creative juices flow (or steal some cool ideas online like Pinterest!).
3) If all else fails, Simplicity is always elegant. Wash and press your favorite table cloth and napkins. Set your table and let the meal be your centerpiece!

Happy Decorating!