I love the simplicity of Thanksgiving. Is there anything better than good food shared with family + friends? I went to my parent's home this year where they were hosting around 30 people.
My favorite details:
My mom's table settings with her mother's china, garden herbs as centerpieces, and homemade painter's canvas table runners (she made 12 for $25!). Great idea if you like linen but want something more affordable.
Cranberry, lemon and basil butter. (similar recipe here).
Hope you all had a fantastic Thanksgiving/weekend.
More photos on my Flickr. My niece's dress is courtesy of Zutano.
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Cindy
Posted by: Cindy | November 29, 2010 at 04:05 AM
Love these photos! Looks like you had a good time.
Posted by: Chaucee | November 29, 2010 at 05:23 AM
Those heart shaped things look good and love the orange color. I was sick over t-day... Boo.
Posted by: Suzi Johnson | November 29, 2010 at 07:22 AM
so lovely! sounds like u had a fantastic holiday. :)
Posted by: nicolle | November 29, 2010 at 10:09 AM
Such cozy photos. I love your sister's recipes for dolling up butter. I've only ever made savory butter--it will be fun to try some sweet ones.
Posted by: Jen | November 29, 2010 at 12:36 PM
Love the reasons to celebrate! Thanksgiving will be celebrated after I leave America next year... from now on and ever:)
Posted by: Kristin | November 29, 2010 at 12:46 PM
Oh Fun! 30 people is busy and festive. Hope you had an awesome holiday.
Posted by: Urban Weeds | November 29, 2010 at 02:18 PM
Cute! Glad you had a nice thanksgiving!
Posted by: katy elliott | November 29, 2010 at 05:19 PM
You had me at mashed potatoes. This all looks beautiful, Chelsea!
Posted by: Jane Flanagan | November 29, 2010 at 05:55 PM
It was all so delicious and beautiful.
Posted by: Ansley | November 30, 2010 at 11:06 AM
Wow, these photos are fabulous!
Hope you and your family had a nice Thanksgiving.
This year I was very thankful for all that you did for me!
Posted by: abby | December 01, 2010 at 03:35 PM
your family is so cool! I am going to make that french toast and those potatoes. They look amazing.
Posted by: rachel | December 04, 2010 at 05:14 AM