Are you ready for Thanksgiving? Today, I’m sharing my elegant Thanksgiving table setting to give you some ideas for your table. Since I went with a more formal look this time, I decorated with a neutral color scheme which included plenty of white pumpkins. Hopefully, you’ll find some inspiration for your table!
Ideas for an Elegant Thanksgiving Table Setting:
For holidays, I like to use my china and crystal for an elegant feel.
On top of my formal china, I added a simple Thankful” plate to acknowledge the holiday. After all, sometimes we forget to slow down and appreciate life…and well, be thankful!
Elegant Thanksgiving Table Setting with Textures and Natural Items:
To keep the table from being too formal, I mixed in natural elements and textures. I always try to find a balance between pretty and practical. In my opinion, sometimes an overly formal table can feel a little stuffy and uninviting.
White Linens are Simple and Elegant:
You can’t go wrong with crisp white linens on an elegant Thanksgiving table setting. For this table, I simply placed my white napkins under my “thankful” plate.
As a base, I used a plain white tablecloth…once again, just simple and elegant. Since the linens are white, the table runner and place settings stand out more.
With a white background, you’re able to notice subtle details more. For example, you can see how the gold writing on the “thankful” plates coordinates with the gold rim around my china.
An Elegant Centerpiece with Seasonal Items:
For Thanksgiving, you can’t go wrong with white pumpkins, pine cones and some eucalyptus for the centerpiece. Why not use seasonal items when you can?
The large pumpkin is a faux one from Michael’s. At one point, I actually had a real white pumpkin but I somehow misplaced it. Seriously, do not ask me how I managed to “lose” a pumpkin but I did! I am thinking that it might have been thrown out when I disposed of the rotting carved Halloween pumpkins but I have no idea!
Faux pumpkins will work when you can’t get a real one. This faux one actually isn’t too bad, I mean if you squint a little…Plus, it won’t rot. No one wants a rotting pumpkin on their table, do they?
Each fall, I have been buying little white pumpkins and I can’t imagine I will ever get tired of them. Of course it helps that they seem to stay fresh for a long time too. At least I didn’t lose those!
Once again, all the neutral and whites contribute to the elegant look.
Even though, I think decorative runners are also pretty, I prefer plain or textured ones so the centerpiece can stand out more. This way I can add a bunch of items down the center without it looking too busy.
Once Thanksgiving gets here, I will be adding a few more chairs and place settings. Every year, we host a large crowd so we even have to set the kitchen table for the overflow.
But that’s what Thanksgiving is all about anyway. Sure it’s fun to set a pretty table but the people are the important part!
Hopefully, I’ve inspired you with ways to decorate an elegant Thanksgiving table setting of your own!
Thank you for stopping by and have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Since writing this post, I have painted my dining room so if you would like to see my most recent Thanksgiving Table, pop over to Thanksgiving Table Setting in a Navy Dining Room.
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Sources for an Elegant Thanksgiving Table Setting with White Pumpkins:
- China – Lenox Courtyard Gold and Ivory Dinner Plates
- Thankful Plates – Crate and Barrel (they have different versions now) Or go with this look – so adorable!
- White Napkins – Williams Sonoma or these white cotton napkins which are also 20 inches
- Rattan Chargers – Pier One (similar chargers)
- Burlap Runner- Crate and Barrel (discontinued) now they carry this textured one. Here is a nubby hemp version (or your could try this option for a burlap table runner)
- Silverware – International Silver
- Crystal – Noritake (but I can’t remember the name of the pattern)
- Large White Faux pumpkin- Michael’s (in store) but this cream pumpkin is similar and this ceramic pumpkin is very pretty,
- Mini White Pumpkins – Mine are real but here is a set of mini white pumpkins and these raffia pumpkins are adorable!
- Elegant Centerpiece – if you want the look of my centerpiece without the work, this floral arrangement is very similar.
I am participating in the Give Thanks Tablescape Blog Tour hosted by the lovely Katherine of Katherine’s Corner. Be sure to stop by and see all the other beautiful tablescapes in the tour…
1. Katherine’s Corner 2. Venice Beach QT Pie 3. Blue Willow House 4. Calypso in the Country (that’s me!) 5. Debbie This and That 6. Cozi Nest 7. Gr8tful 8. Nancy’s Fashion and Style 9. French Ethereal 10. The Bespoke Lifestyle 11. Christines Home and Travel Adventures 12. Gwin Gals’s Inside Out Adventures 13. Belle Bleu Interiors 14. Follow the Yellow Brick Home 
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Such a pretty table and I love those Thankful plates. I wish you and your family a very Blessed Thanksgiving.
Looks gorgeous, Shelley. I totally understand losing a pumpkin because stuff like that happens here all the time. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Your table looks lovely, Shelley! Enjoy your Thanksgiving.
Your table is beautiful! ~Dazee
So stunning Shelley! I love your dining room. Simple, elegant and classy. So happy to be joining you for the tour. Happy Thanksgiving!https://followtheyellowbrickhome.com/turkeys-straw-thanksgiving-tablecape-tour/
Wow, so beautiful, how wonderful you host Thanksgiving for your family! Thank you so much for being part of my tour. Big Hugs and Happy Thanksgiving ( Pinned!)
So very pretty and I bet it smells divine! What a great idea to add eucalyptus! Happy Thanksgiving!
Gorgeous! I lol'd at the losing of the pumpkin. And I love the juxtaposition of the rustic burlap and eucalyptus with the china and all the gold. Digging those curtains and tassels too!:) gwingal
Shelley, what a beautiful and elegant table. I hope that you and your family have a happy and blessed Thanksgiving!!!
Hello Shelley! Your tablesetting is beautiful with all of your Cinderella pumpkins, faux and real! Personally, I really like the new faux pumpkins that have come out on the market ~ they are surprisingly realistic. I understand about losing your pumpkin. I was just looking for some little Christmas trees I was sure I brought with me but perhaps we took them back to our storage units in California, but still… They have GOT to be here somewhere??! Lol! 😉 I hope you and your family had a wonderful Thanksgiving. It has been fun being on the Give Thanks blog tour with you!Barb :)@French Ethereal
Your Thanksgiving table is lovely. All of the elements you used worked together to create a peaceful and serene setting. Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving. So glad you joined the tour.
Your Thanksgiving table is gorgeous with that wonderful centerpiece featuring the white pumpkins.Love your thankful plates too.I love Fall and specially Thanksgiving, I wish it wasn't so close to C'mas so we can enjoy it a little more.Fabby
Lovely Table……your centerpiece is simple yet elegant…..and love those Thankful salad plates, sobeautiful…..Glad you had a nice Thanksgiving.Blessings, Nellie
You can see I am very behind commenting. I did want to tell you I think your table is very elegant and just right. I love the thankful plates and the simplicity of your table with an elegant feel.I had a house full of company for Thanksgiving for which I am thankful.
Hello Shelley,This is Marie @venicebeachqtpie. I participated in Katherine’s “Give Thanks” tour along with you talented bloggers. I absolutely love your Thanksgiving table. Your “Thankful” plates are minimalist but play along so nicely with your formal dinner plates. The white pumpkins are delightful, and I can believe how a pumpkin, even a large one, can get lost in the busy-ness of the Season. How nice you host Thanksgiving for your loved ones. I am sure it was nothing short of a wonderful and memorable event! Love, Marie xo
Love that you kept this setting simple and elegant. Thanks for sharing your ideas on MM. Pinned and will be including this on this week’s MM roundup.
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Thank you so much, Erlene! What a nice surprise!
What an elegant table for Thanksgiving! The Chiba is such a delight but your centerpiece is stunning! Happy Thanksgiving!
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Thanks, Nancy! I have to let the white pumpkins take all the credit because I think they make everything look pretty! Thanks again and have a wonderful weekend!
Love this simple and elegant tablescape, Shelley. And those salad plates are so pretty!
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Thanks so much, Julie! Happy Thanksgiving!