Step by Step

“Entertaining is not about perfection; it’s about connection.”

Sometimes a table comes together on its own, drawing its inspiration from what is already there.

This centerpiece with colors and textures of fall has been on the table for several days, so all I have to do is work around it, an easy task.

The runner that was under the centerpiece is replaced with loosely woven placemats in a fiery orange, a perfect complement to those same tones in the arrangement. I love their randomness which remind me of an unfinished bird nest.

Staying right with the developing color scheme are these napkins tucked into pewter napkin rings. I have longed for sterling silver figureals, but they have gotten very pricey, so these much less expensive ones are a good substitute. Each of the eight I have is a different shape which makes them a very fun addition to the table.