I love decorating my tables with Autumn floral sprays, dried gourds and corn, and ceramic pumpkins of all types. I loved the way the plaid table cloth framed this setting and added such warmth.
I can sure decorate better than I cook. But I was very proud of this turkey!I think even Martha Stewart would be proud ;-)
These leaf dishes come in a variety of autumn colors and one can find new sizes and shapes each year at either Pier 1 Imports or Crate & Barrel and other Specialty Shops.
Loved this pumpkin plate adorned with a sunflower. It added a bit of whimsey to the table.
I have collected antique glass of all types since I first saw the cover of Martha Stewart's Book "Entertaining" in 1984. The amber sherbert glass for marinated fruit or soup, as well as the burgandy and clear beverage goblet, are a pattern called "King's Crown".I often wrap napkins in Autumn floral sprays.
So perfect for Autumn tables.
Pumpkin Soup is served in these Fitz & Floyd Tureens. (Recipe Below)
Autumn is one of my most favorite times of the year! I love everything about it;
the colors, the weather, Thanksgiving celebrations with family, and just dining with friends.
the colors, the weather, Thanksgiving celebrations with family, and just dining with friends.
Here's my favorite Pumpkin Soup Recipe. Everyone I have ever served this to LOVES it! I obtained this recipe from my good friends Bob & Mary Carlson. Bob can make ANYTHING taste good! (Not that this recipe needed any help!)
Pumpkin Soup
Serves 4
Saute together:
1/4 chopped onion
2 Tablespoons Butter
Add 1/2 Cup Applesauce
Puree together.
Add one can of Campbell's Cream of Chicken Soup
1/2 can of Water
1/2 can of Half & Half
1/2 can of Pumpkin Puree
1 Tablespoon Honey
1/2 Teaspoon Curry Powder
Dash of Nutmeg & Pepper
Cook until hot. Serve with a dollop of sour cream or whatever other garnish you like, such as parsley leaves, cutout pieces of cheese in an autumn shape, or for Christmas, two cranberries and a mint leaf.
Hope your Autumn dining is DELIGHTFUL!
Love fall decorating,my home is also ready for a change in seasons. I have used your idea and have black table cloths as the base,fall runners and place mats.Jumped over Halloween and have gone straight to Fall. I definately will try the soup recipe!It sounds yummy ,but not quite ready four soup when it's still over 100 here.
ReplyDeleteSue, I am so glad some of my ideas inspired you. It was 84 degrees at 10:15 pm last night. Thanks for being such a responsive friend! I like that about you :-)
ReplyDeleteDebbie, the table looks beautiful Debbie. Autumn is one of my favorite times of year for decorating. I enjoying adding to my collection over the years. That pumpkin soup does sound good...thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteDebbie this is absolutely beautiful and so inviting! I love everything about it. Fall is also my favorite time of year. I love the colors and the weather too. You have some really pretty tableware. Anyone that would be sitting at that table would feel so special. Thank you for sharing!
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