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When Pier 1 contacted us about creating something fun for the Thanksgiving Holidays, we were totally on board.
Only things weren’t ready yet with the house like we’d planned. {Insert gigantic *big surprise* eye roll here from yours truly a-la Murphy’s Law.}
So we had something else up our sleeves, instead. {Refresh if it’s not loading… we actually made a video. I know, right? Hold on to your britches.}
So we decided to do things a little differently. And we had a tablescape-on-the-go, of sorts.
Which ended up as this unintentional, beautiful little moment with our sweet friends.
Celebrating life.
Isn’t that what it’s all about?
No fuss, simple ways to celebrate the holidays. A literal breath of fresh air. I think we could all use a little more of that.
This tablescape totally says: Life is short. Dine out of an old truck bed while watching the sun set, and afterwards… make s’mores.
It definitely says… come on over and have a seat with me while we talk about a little bit of everything.
Maybe I’ll even pass out “I survived The Handmade Home’s renovation” tees for anyone who stuck through this with us. And then we’ll eat more s’mores.
They say an artist’s limitations are what make them more creative… We think this rang true with our little outdoor soiree. ;}
We enjoyed every single moment, in creating this sweet tablescape with some amazing Pier 1 goodies. Their selection is kinda endless.
Tablescapes are one of our very favorite things. Especially when they’re for celebrating.
And we love all the fun things from Pier 1, from the chargers to the plates, goblets and owl moscow mules.
But seriously… those owl moscow mules.
We had so much fun doing what a true Thanksgiving feast is all about…
{Product links: Corda light blue wine glass, Golden sunburst charger plate, Carmelo coral melamine dinner plate, gem stone napkin ring, Moscow mule mug, salad plate, knit throw and yellow napkin.
In case you’re wondering if we bought a vintage truck… don’t I wish?
I’m officially smitten with Big Red. We couldn’t have pulled this off without major props from our sweet friends. Bonus: they’re also our new neighbors. I mean, it just keeps getting better, doesn’t it?
We’re reveling in our mutual septic woes camaraderie. Meanwhile, they definitely win at life because they own Big Red.
I couldn’t not include this pic from the kiddos… because there was a lot of craziness going on in the name of sheer fun. And I didn’t even capture our neighbor who decided to mow his lawn in the middle of the photo shoot. It was gold, I tell you.
We’re thankful for him… too. ;}
Oh, but now to the fun part!
Pier 1 wants to help you celebrate the holidays, too.
One lucky duck reader is getting a 100$ gift card to spend at Pier 1!
Want to enter? Just leave a comment and:
1. Tell us what you’d spend it on!
2. Leave an additional comment every time you share it anywhere.
Each comment counts as an entry, and may the luckiest of ducks win! {Giveaway ends 11.7.13}
Have an inspired day!
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I love love pier one! I would spend the money on their holiday stuff! It’s my favorite!
Ashley & Jamin,
It was so fun to see you in action – I would spend the $100 on some new dishes. Mine are starting to look beat up and I know that Pier 1 has some great quality dinnerware! Thanks for the chance to win this gift card.
I’d spend it on a few great serving pieces. To me Thanksgivng is all about gathering around the table with family and friends!
Thanks for the giveaway! I’d spend it on table linens- our cloth napkins and placemats are all at least 10 years old and threadbare after so many washings!
Those owl Moscow mules for sure!
I would get some beautifully patterned plates to add interest to my plain white ones.
I’d spend it on dinnerware or those fantastic napkin holders!
I love Big Red! What a fun idea. I would buy some seasonal themed pillows. Pier 1 always has the best selection. Thank you for the opportunity.
I would love to buy some Christmas decor! I need a couple more garlands and a beautiful door wreath!
What a great video! It was fun to hear your voices!!! 🙂 I would spend the $100 on Moscow mule mugs!!! Cutest ever!!
Am totally in love with that throw!!! Beautiful pictures, too.
i love the hay bales as table, great idea. i’d definitely use it on some more throw pillows that i’m pretty sure i don’t need. ha!
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We are closing on a house a couple weeks before Christmas so it would be great to get some decor to make it feel more homey faster.
I’d buy some new fall outdoor decor. if autumn ever actually arrives in MS, I want to be prepared! 🙂
Pier One has great Christmas ornaments which make nice gifts. I’d love to get a start on my Christmas shopping!
First off, I’d spend the money on those owl mules! Those seriously couldn’t get any cuter! I’d love to spend it on something to spruce up our back deck!
Pillows, curtains or towards a piece of furniture!
I’d spend it on some holiday decor. We have a new home and I would love to have some new festive things to warm it up during the special season.
I love Pier 1 and love your blog! We just moved into a new house and I’m looking forward to decorating for the holidays. I would use the gift card for holiday decor!
I would use it to decorate my newly living room/dining room.
Aaaaaahhhh… Pier 1!! I have a slight addiction and am pretty sure there’s not enough room to list all the things I’d like to buy there (hashtag everydangthinginthestore)! Love the video and love, LOVE Big Red 🙂
Aw that is really cute, love the back-of-the-truck tablescape! I would love to get some gorgeous charger plates and maybe a table runner. Also love these gorgeous glasses! http://www.pier1.com/give-thanks-stemless-wine-glass-set/3078559.html?cgid=thanksgiving-dinnerware#nav=top&start=1
Love the “table” – so creative.
I’d spend the $100 on a set of Holiday plates.
New silver and red Christmas tree ornaments to create a fresh look and mix ‘n match with what I already have.
Those moscow mule mugs for sure!!
I’d buy new napkins and some pretty chargers since we don’t have any of those!
I would spend it on new glasses. Pier I has the best products.
Oh my, so many options…probably use it toward a rug or maybe some serving pieces. Thank you for the giveaway opportunity!
Love the truck!!!! What a different idea! Love pier…they have such great stuff! Right now I’m eyeing some Christmas bling!
My holiday plans just changed and I’m hosting! I could use some inspiration and definitely some pretties for my table, so this would be a blessing! And Pier One is my favorite place for all things home for the holidays.
Cutest video ever!!! I absolutely looooooove the chargers and the gemstone napkin rings–that’s what I would spring for if I were the winner!
Thanks for the opportunity! 🙂
The Owl Moscow Mule Mugs, of course!!! Why do a plain copper mug when it can be a mystical , magical owl??
Ooh! I’d spend the $100 on decor for my master bedroom and office which are slowly, but surely getting redone after moving in two years ago!
SInce just moving & renovating ourselves (not on your scale though), I am in desparate need of table linens. Placemats, napkins, runner, etc.
I’d spend it on new dining plates. Mine have always been hand me downs and I’d love to buy my own.
Good question! We’ve just moved and downsized, so we need a refresher…but less stuff too. Pier 1 is up to the challenge, I’m sure, though. 😉
Pier 1 is such a juicy store, I have noticed some really great things there in the last month.
LOVE the truck !!!
$100.00 , too.
Pier 1 is such a great store. I enjoy going in there to browse!! I’d love to win a $100 gift card. Knowing me I’d probably apply it to a piece of furniture. From your pictures, I sure do love the blue wine glasses and the plaid throw. It’s a beautiful vignette with the red truck and the lights that you put together. The pictures of the kids in the one picture is adorable!
I would get Glad Tidings Porcelain Salad Plate Set.
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My couch is looking drab with really old pillows. I’d probably spend it on new throw pillows and a blanket to freshen it up. Thanks!
I would spend it on something for our playroom thats getting built. Adding on to our small home, cant wait for the playroom for our 5 kids!
I’d spend it on gorgeous plates and table décor for Thanksgiving, as we are in between houses (one on the market, one awaiting renovation/construction) and most of my holiday stuff is in storage………and we are expecting 25 family members for Thanksgiving day! Now to figure out WHICH HOUSE will host the event…….
I would send on a table scape because i lived in my apartment for ten years and never had one. I will put a gratitude tree so we can read it while having dinner. This is a wonderful ideas.
You have an amazing eye and talent for putting things together. The red truck is amazing!
Wow, You guys did an AWESOME JOB on that Video! Beautiful.
Woops! Forgot to say, I’d get all of those plates, if I could. Love the different textures and the neutral color scheme.
I would get throw pillows or a rustic sign, love their art selections these days!
This is exciting! A couple of years ago I started collecting their LaBien ornaments because they had one with a dachshund on it. Those ornaments are hand painted from the INSIDE, it’s amazing! So now every year I get one or two to add to our tree and I hope to have a huge collection one day. 🙂 So this would certainly help add a few more this year. Love all the pictures and the video, so pretty!
I would definitely get some Christmas decor. I LOVE all things Christmas at Pier 1!
Love Pier 1 accessories! I would love some new dinnerware and some Christmas items would be great! Thanks for the opportunity to win a great prize!
Wow! THAT TRUCK! So hard to choose – I love the Martillo cream dinnerware as our plates all seem to be cracking lately! I guess I have actually worn out a set of stoneware. Don’t get me wrong I have broken my fair share of this set, but it also just seems to spontaneously break the older it gets too 🙁
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I’d put the money towards a new rug or dresser. We’re in dire need of both. 🙂
I would definitely buy beautiful linens for Thanksgiving.
Thinking about hosting Christmas dinner at our house and would use the money for setting the dining room table!
We are in the middle of planning a mini remodel of our kitchen (new paint, hardware, dishes, dining table, etc…) so $100 at Pier 1 couldn’t come at a better time to help with some of the decor. Or maybe just some beautiful new thanksgiving decor for a cozy little dinner. I guess I will have to decide if I win!?!
So many options. Too many things! One thing I’d like is a farmhouse tray.
Great giveaway! I would spend it on decorations for Christmas! love their stuff!
I would buy those blue stemmed glasses. So pretty and so my color!
LOVE the video & all y’all do!
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Pier 1? If I were to win, I would have a difficult time deciding how to spend it. Every time I shop at Pier 1, I find things that I just ‘have’ to have. I can’t ever go in & just browse or buy 1 thing, the store is a feast for the senses! After 34 years in Texas, my husband of 31 years & I are moving to Florida for a new job in a few months. New home, new job, new adventure-& decorating! I see many trips to Pier 1 in my future!
I’d use the gift card on new table linens for Thanksgiving. We’re hosting and I don’t have enough napkins or table cloths!
Definitely some Thanksgiving decor. Thanks for the chance to win!
Probably pillows: )
White Tree LED Candles
I love the Big Red table! I would use a gift card for Christmas decor–throw pillows in particular.
The last time I was in Pier 1 I saw some Chritmas things that I would love to buy.
I would most likely look for something that would work for any time if year! Multi functional and awesome!
I would spend it on some new plates! My children have lost or chipped so many of them!
Just recently discovered your blog. Loving your new kitchen! After the new year, we are planning a complete remodel of our 26 year old home. We built it ourselves but now the kids are grown and we want to leave the 90’s behind! I also love Pier 1 and would spend the money on new dishes. I want a new look for the new season of our life.
I’d spend it on new pillows to refresh my house!
I would probably spend it quickly! 🙂 I’m hopefully going to be switching to a king size bed soon and will be looking for bedding and some fun pillows. Always in the market for pillows! Though Pier 1 does have such nice Christmas and holiday stuff… 🙂
Definitely would have to pick up some of those owl mule mugs…amazing!!!
I would get table decorations for the dinner table.
Oooh, what to spend it on…I love Pier One’s dishes – all white all the time! But maybe those owl mule mugs too!
I would love some great chargers–they add so much to a table.
Love Pier 1! I’d spend that money on decor to help my house feel more like a home!
I’m sitting here thinking about my plain white Walmart dishes and crying! Those chargers are really cool, but I really love those plates. I’m not typically an orange fan but they are gorgeous. Your color pairings always fascinate me!
Oh I have never shopped there. Oh I have been missing out! They have such neat unique things! I would love to get the Outdoor Woven LED Christmas Dog!
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I’d spend the $100 on holiday plates, linens, and tablescape!
The owl cups are so fun! I would spend the $100 on some curtains and maybe some plates and candles 🙂
I would love to buy some table decor for the holidays. Thanks for the chance to win!
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I love Pier 1! There are so many things I covet from there. I always want more place mats and napkins, cozy throws, and now I am eyeing side chairs for my dining table. How to choose? In the end I’d love those gorgeous blue goblets. Thanks for the inspiration and a glimpse of Big Red.
I love Pier 1, I would add to my table setting.
I love Pier1! I sadly haven’t been there much since having children. I’d probably buy some Christmas decor 🙂
At Pier 1,,, I would pick up some Christmas ornaments ….Thanks
Table linens and glimmer lights!!
If I won, I would use the gift card to get the Christmas Animals Salad Plates, the Peppermint Party Dip Set and the Park Avenue Puppies Cake Stand.
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Oh boy! I would spend it on some new glassware. And those owl moscow mule mugs are awesome. Maybe those too!
What a beautiful and unusual way to celebrate giving thanks! I’m officially smitten with ‘Big Red’ too! =P
I honestly don’t know what I would spend the $100 on but I am certain it would be an unforgettable experience as I would have to have my husband and our almost 4 year old son help spend it! Who knows what we would end up with but I am certain that our home would be filled with that much more love and joy. =D <3
Thank you for this awesome opportunity!
Love Pier 1 – I would totally spend it on holiday decor and recreate that awesome tablescape.
OMG! I absolutely loved this! Everything was truly beautifully set. To me though more importantly you captured the real meaning behind Thanksgiving. As long as you are with people you are thankful for, you can celebrate and eat anywhere.
The whole piece start to finish is PRICELESS! However, I would say $200.00. It may seem to be a real underestimate, but that’s because you can’t put a price this perfection. It’s was eye appealing and elegant. That’s what it was.
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I would spend the $100 on living room curtains!
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I think I would spend it either on pillows or new dinnerware.
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I would buy something to make my thanksgiving or Christmas table more special. They have so many nice things. I love the owl mules in your photos.
I love Pier 1! I’m getting married in a couple of months so I would spend it on decorations for our house. Thanks for the giveaway!
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I would buy ornaments!
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I love Pier 1. I would buy Christmas Decor!!!!
I would buy new linens for my table!
I would spend it on those owl moscow mules – swoon!
Such a creative and beautiful tablescape! I’d definitely spend it on their new holiday pillows- it took all self control to walk out the other day without a handful of them…
I desperately need a rug, so I would spend it on that or maybe dishes or maybe candles and place mats or…. there are so many great things I would love from Pier One it would be hard to decide! Thanks for the opportunity.
I love Pier One! I would buy new dinnerware.
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I would use it to purchase a new table setting for my dining room table.
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Decisions. Decisions. I would most probably spend the money on tableware and candles with a pillow thrown in for good measure.
I would love to get some table linens and candles for Christmas Eve dinner!
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I would spend on decorations for my guest room I’m putting together.
I would love some new Pier One lamps. hmmmm or maybe some new holiday treasures? Love Pier One!
I’m thinking I’d go with some chargers and I loved those napkin rings!