November is a bit of an odd month for home decor. In Canada, Thanksgiving is far behind us, pumpkins are being removed from door stoops, and yet, it seems a bit unseemly to be putting out Christmas decorations (at least before Remembrance Day, says my son, Adam).
Pewter to the rescue. Its understated elegance is always welcome, and it’s so darned versatile. It goes with anything!
Here I’ve styled it with Emerson plates and soup bowls with clear Graham goblets and Berry and Thread flatware, all by Juliska.
The Jacquard linens in wheat from Williams Sonoma a few years back. The neutral, yet warm shades form a rich base for autumn settings. This particular pattern is discontinued, but they have some really pretty ones this year in silver and red as well as their neutrals.
It looks just as good with plain white linens, and I added some peachy-pink colour with June Pink depression glass water and iced tea glasses by Fostoria from Replacements.com.
The compotes and plates are a different pattern, that I picked up in a shop in Provincetown many years ago. I have only four of them, but they’re excellent for a small serving of berries and ice cream or a seafood ceviche as an appetizer.
Speaking of berries, the deep purple of these blackberries is enhanced by the rich tones of the pewter plate.
Pewter – such a versatile palette and so much fun to play with.
Shared with Between Naps on the Porch.
I love all three looks! Wow…so pretty, especially with the deep purple! I don’t think I have one piece of pewter in my entire inventory. Looking at the versatility and beauty of it here, though, I need to consider getting my hands on some nice pieces. Look out, estate sales….here I come!!! I need to look up Remembrance Day. Not familiar with it, but always interested in learning!
Remembrance Day is the same as your Veteran’s Day, Alycia. 🙂
I do love pewter! Juliska does some nice versions, so yes, keep your eyes peeled.
Thanks again for visiting. Always a pleasure to hear from you!
Pretty tables, Helen. I really think it is fun to see the dishes holding soup and fruit. And it is nice seeing the different combinations of linens and glasses showcasing the different looks.
Thanks, Lorri. I really like the pewter dishes and they make a fun “neutral” for the winter months. Juliska did a good job with them. They hold up well and the colour is very consistent. Have a good weekend.
Oh, my, I don’t know which look I like best! Your pewter and crystal are exquisite! Thank you so much for sharing!! Rosie @ The Magic Hutch
I’ve gotten a lot of use out of the pewter over the years. I have used it at Christmas a couple of times, too, because it works so well with either a clear, deep pink or red. A nice “neutral” change. Enjoy the weekend and thanks for visiting.