Simple Thanksgiving table settings

A quick trip to your local market, farmers market or pumpkin patch is the only stop you need to make to grab goodies for this simple, yet colorful centerpiece. Fill a white ceramic bowl with seasonal squash, kumquats, orange bell peppers, mini pumpkins and even oranges to brighten up the center of your table. This ceramic Emma Footed bowl from Pottery Barn is my personal favorite to use for seasonal centerpieces.

Create a cascading abundance of the gorgeous fruit that produces wine this Thanksgiving. Drape leaves over the edge of a large bowl, followed by bunches of grapes. At turkey dinner time, gather family and friends around this cup that runneth over. I love this Antique-Silver Serve Bowl from Pottery Barn to create this unique look.

Glimmer, gold and shine your way into your guests' hearts with these shimmering gold pumpkins from Pottery Barn. Using gold string, tie a small name place card to each pumpkin and place each on top of the plates set at your table. These mini pumpkins will be sure to add that extra sheen to your table this Thanksgiving.

Practice your script first, then write each guest's name invisibly on the provided place card in this Caterer's 12-piece napkin ring/place card holder set from Pottery Barn. Use a bronze, copper or silver round-tipped ink marker to add a little shimmer to your Thanksgiving table.

Recycled old wine bottles make the perfect lighting for any table. I love these from the Wine Enthusiast if you don't feel like making your own. Simple, elegant and dress up any holiday table. If you are feeling crafty, make your own wine bottle candleholders for your festive Thanksgiving table. Fill empty wine bottles with seasonal grains, rice and spices to evoke a bounty of plenty for your holiday table.

Add a touch of sparkle this turkey day with gleaming faux acorns that are sure to light up your Thanksgiving table. Simple, elegant and most definitely festive. These gorgeous Aegean Hurricans are available from Pottery Barn.