As the crisp air and golden hues of autumn begin to take over, there’s no better way to welcome the season than by creating a warm and inviting Fall Harvest Tablescape. Whether you’re hosting a cozy family dinner or planning ahead for Thanksgiving, this tablescape is designed to capture the essence of fall with traditional colors and warmer fall tones. Best of all, it’s versatile enough to easily transition into Thanksgiving or even Halloween with a few simple additions.
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Centerpiece: Bringing Autumn Indoors
The centerpiece is the heart of any tablescape, and for this fall-inspired setting, I started with a base of two autumn leaf garlands. The vibrant mix of warm autumn colors in the leaves sets the perfect foundation. To add depth and texture, I used ivory berries and rust-colored peonies, which provide a beautiful contrast against the rich foliage. For an extra touch of elegance, I added some leafy branches in coordinating hues. Layering the leafy garlands as the base and then adding in the berries, branches, and flowers is a great way to fill in the gaps and holes in the garland. This helps make it full and is the perfect centerpiece that also allows for easy conversation across the table because it doesn’t block the view of the other guests.
To ground the entire arrangement, I layered a simple yet stylish table runner underneath the garland centerpiece. The result is a lush, layered centerpiece that feels both abundant and inviting—ideal for capturing the spirit of the season.
Place-Settings: A Pop of Pumpkin Perfection
When it comes to setting the table, the dinnerware you choose can make a significant impact. For this fall tablescape, I opted for my favorite pumpkin-themed dinner plates. These were a great find at HomeGoods about 5 years ago so I don’t have a link for them. The playful yet elegant design perfectly complements the fall theme. To add a striking contrast, I layered orange colored salad plates on top of the dinner plates. (The ones I have are the Havana Collection from Anthropologie but they are discontinued, here’s an alternative salad plate option.)
This combination not only highlights the rich colors of the season but also creates a visually appealing contrast that makes the dinnerware pop against the rest of the table decor.
With the Pumpkin dinnerware, this tablescape would also work as a Halloween table. Since I usually make my homemade Chili Recipe for Halloween, adding the matching pumpkin bowls to the place setting is an easy and simple way to change it up. Check out this Pumpkin Themed Fall Tablescape where I used the matching pumpkin bowls and my Award Winning Chili Recipe.
Additional Table Styling: Rustic Elegance
To transition to Thanksgiving, I placed dark brown turkeys that bring a rustic vibe and charm to the setting. These turkeys can easily transition into your Thanksgiving decor, making them a versatile addition to your fall harvest tablescape.
To complete the look for Thanksgiving to the table, I incorporated rustic wood candleholders topped with ivory taper candles. The soft glow of the candles adds an inviting warmth and ambiance that is perfect for cozy fall evenings. These simple yet elegant touches are the final elements that make this tablescape perfect for the entire fall season.
Seamless Transition to Thanksgiving and Halloween
One of my favorite aspects of this fall harvest tablescape is its versatility. With just a few easy additions or changes, you can seamlessly transition this setup for all the different fall holidays. For Thanksgiving, consider adding a few more themed pieces, like pumpkin or turkey-shaped salt and pepper shakers or personalized place cards. For Halloween, the pumpkin-themed dishes already lend themselves well to the occasion—simply add a few spooky elements like small gourds or black candles to set the mood. I also love adding velvet pumpkins to Fall tablescapes.
Creating a seasonal tablescape that can carry you through multiple holidays is all about choosing pieces that can be easily adapted. By making a few thoughtful additions, you can keep your home and dining table beautifully decorated from the start of fall through Thanksgiving.
Thank you so much for reading this post! I hope you find inspiration in setting your fall table and discover how easy it is to transition your decor for the holidays. Happy decorating!
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Holly, your Fall garland on your table is so beautiful! Love all your dishes, too. You always do such a lovely job at setting your table. Thanks for sharing with us and giving us so many ideas for our own table.
Fall is such a wonderful time of the year! Enjoy!
Thanks so much Mary_Ann! I’m so grateful for your kind words! I am so happy that you love all the dishes too! I think Fall is my favorite season for tablescapes too! I have so many fun ones coming up too! Thanks so much for reading my posts! Happy Fall!