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{Inspiration Workshop! — Thanksgiving}

November 17, 2011 · 13 Comments
Filed Under: holidays, Inspiration Workshop!, our home

DIY: make a fall-inspired wreath

This year, for Thanksgiving, we’ll be celebrating with my parents, my big bro and his two little boys. They’re driving out here — about 600 miles, and I’m so excited to spend the weekend with them. It’ll be a full house, that’s for sure!, but it’s going to be cozy + amazing. Inside our home you’ll find an assortment of nature-inspired things: fall leaves made from felt, wicker balls, pine cones stored inside a glass jar, lots of orange, yellow and green, and a few wreaths.

A little bit ago I was outside with Bauer and there were so many pretty pine cones in the yard that I decided to bring as many as I could carry back inside. I found a glass jar, from Ikea, and arranged them inside. It was a perfect fit!

We’ve been burning candles in the evenings and it’s the best way to wind down. My mom has always had candles burning, for as long as I can remember… and it’s fun to carry that way of living into our home, too.

I’m not too sure what our Thanksgiving menu will look like but I imagine apple salad {a family recipe}, cranberries, stuffing, potatoes and turkey! Think I can find a yummy recipe on Pinterest…? ;]

INSPIRING LINKS:
+ Delicious & Fun Holiday Traditions {& 12 Great Conversation Starter Printables!}
+ Centerpieces & Table Settings via HGTV
+ 16 Thanksgiving Decorating Ideas via Tip Junkie

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This week’s Inspiration Workshop! prompt is THANKSGIVING!
♥ Share your blog post with us by linking up below. I’ll be clicking through the links so I hope you join the party and share your inspiration!!!! You have through Sunday night to share about THANKSGIVING! :]

It’s a-OK! to link up an older post to the current weeks Inspiration Workshop!, or link up on Friday {instead of on Thursday}. And the answer is YES YES YES! The linky parties are open through Sunday nights at 11:59pm CST, and you certainly may link up a post that you previously wrote, just as long as it’s relative to the weekly prompt.

Want even more inspiration? Read all previous Inspiration Workshop! posts by clicking here.

Gussy Sews Inspiration Workshop!


Join us in TWO weeks – Thursday, December 1st! We’re taking a week off since next Thursday is Thanksgiving :] Sign up for the Inspiration Workshop! newsletter BY Thursday, November 24th. The prompt for week #26 will be emailed Friday, November 25th and the linky party for week #26 will be Thursday, December 1st.

♥ REMEMBER to click on the links added that surround yours, and if you like what you see leave a comment. xo!


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  1. Southern Gal says

    November 17, 2011 at 7:12 am

    Have fun! I’m sure you will with a houseful of family.

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    • Gussy Sews says

      November 17, 2011 at 8:46 am

      it’s going to be CRAZY and i can’t wait!!!!!!!! :)

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  2. Karrie says

    November 17, 2011 at 8:08 am

    I love all the links!! Thanks for sharing!! Wish I had more time to make all of these beauties!!

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  3. Karrie says

    November 17, 2011 at 8:09 am

    And O Happy Thanksgiving!! Sounds like your gonna have a great one!!

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  4. {leah} says

    November 17, 2011 at 8:25 am

    Whenever I see pics of your home, it reminds me of growing up in the Midwest!! Looks like you’ll have a fabulous holiday!! ^_^

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  5. Virginia says

    November 17, 2011 at 10:48 am

    We’re candle peeps too! I’m hosting Thanksgiving too =) Maybe we’ll have to swap recipes!

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  6. HouseTalkN says

    November 17, 2011 at 10:57 am

    Hi, Gussy! I am so excited to be the rookie here! What a fun place you have! My second born is a Gus, Gussy, GMoney, and sometimes just G! Love it.
    Thank you for hosting!
    Kerry at HouseTalkN

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  7. Cap Creations says

    November 17, 2011 at 11:38 am

    Hope your time with your family is fantastic. I’m certain it will be! Enjoy and have a great Thanksgiving. Thanks for the link up I just added one.

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  8. Earl-Leigh says

    November 17, 2011 at 12:40 pm

    I don’t know what kind of scents you like, but you have to check out “Fireside” by Slatkin & Co if you haven’t already.

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  9. Lauren says

    November 17, 2011 at 2:56 pm

    we are total candle people here too! As soon as there is even a hint of chill in the air I’m lighting them up! ;) This was a fun workshop! I joined in for the first time last week and am having a great time! Thanks for hosting such a great linky party! :)

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  10. Pam says

    November 17, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    Great mantle, the wood is amazing. Have a fun Thanksgiving!

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  11. Becca @ One Girl says

    November 17, 2011 at 8:42 pm

    I love your fall decor. I love that it’s very natural too, it seems to fit your gorgeous house! Have a Happy Thanksgiving with your family :)

    Reply
  12. Heather G. says

    November 18, 2011 at 5:49 pm

    Love, love your wreath!

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