Host A Casual Thanksgiving Brunch

For Thanksgiving brunch, relax the rules and plan a get-together that's a little less traditional. Set your table with a mix of modern and rustic details. Vintage-inspired chairs, cutting boards used as chargers and plates, and galvanized buckets as candleholders will all add to the beauty of your harvest table.

Rely on bright color for a festive tabletop; start with table linens and florals that make a saturated statement. Layer brightly hued napkins with colorful organic elements like peppers and fall florals to make each place setting pop.

Get crafty with place cards for your event. Emboss copper garden labels with the name of each guest then wrap them around the stem of inexpensive wine glasses so guests can take them home as a favor.

For unique, harvest-themed candles, the folks at Terrain turned potatoes into handmade votive holders. This trick works equally well with other fall fruits and veggies, such as apples and turnips. Just use a sharp knife to carve out a section large enough to hold a small candle then set one at each place setting to light up your brunch table.