Creating a Pottery Barn Inspired Fall Tablescape

Confession:  I’m a Pottery Barn addict.

I absolutely love how they pull together all of the displays and vignettes in their stores and catalogs.

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Pottery Barn

 They have a way of setting a table that is warm, cozy, rustic and welcoming.  Their style is casual, but elegant.

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Pottery Barn

They speak my decorating language.

I tried to bring that style home to my own fall table this year by creating a Pottery Barn inspired fall tablescape.

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To me, the four keys to achieving Pottery Barn’s style are:

Layers

Textures

Rustic elements

Varying Heights

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I’ll show you what I mean:

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I started out with a simple burlap table runner.  I made this one myself for a few dollars, but you can get one that looks just like it at Pottery Barn.

As you can tell, I didn’t iron my runner before putting it on the table.  I hate ironing and I figured after I put on all of the layers on the table, the wrinkles wouldn’t even be noticeable.  

Next, I added a few things of varying heights and textures.

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You can see that I have a wicker basket filled with natural pumpkins, gourds and corn.  I also have a painted wooden stand (that contrasts the table color), a pewter candle stick, a glass hurricane, a and ceramic pumpkin and a small ironstone pitcher.  All of these different textures, heights and elements add immediate interest to the table. 

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Next, I added pumpkins on top of the candle sticks for additional interest and then I started adding more layers with two inexpensive fall leaf garlands.

creating a fall table_5 I just draped them across the table weaving throughout the different elements until it looked right. I also scattered a few individual leaves here and there.

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 Then I added a few more layers with a faux painted pumpkin or two and some vintage zinc candle cups.

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Next, came the plates, napkins, silverware and water goblets. 

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If I had some, I would have added chargers under my plates — something either wooden, quilted or made of wicker.  But, I don’t have enough chargers, so the plates are simply set on the table.  Again, in layers…plates, salad plates, cloth napkins and soup bowls.

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All of these layers and height work well in my dining room – especially because I have these high-back upholstered chairs, which can easily cover up center pieces or arrangements on my table.  

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As you can see, the table display doesn’t have to be an exact replica to invoke the same feeling as the Pottery Barn tables.  By using similar elements and techniques, you can easily get the same effect at home.

To see more fall vignettes and learn how to create your own beautiful displays at home, be sure to follow these blogs this week: 

 
Friday Nov 8
Back Porch Musings
On Sutton Place
Sophia’s 
Chateau  Chic
Confessions of a Plate Addict
 
Saturday Nov 9
Cedar Hill Farmhouse
Town and Country Living
A Stroll thru Life
Mom 4 Real
Setting for Four
 
Sunday Nov 10
Savvy Southern Style
Hymns & Verses
Lilacs & Longhorns
Marty’s Musings
White Lace Cottage
 
Monday Nov 11
Stone Gable
The Everyday Home
Our Southern Home
At the Picket Fence
My Soulful Home
 
Tuesday Nov 12
Top This Top That
Inspiration for Moms
All Things Heart and Home
Domestically Speaking
Botanic Bleu

 

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51 Responses to Creating a Pottery Barn Inspired Fall Tablescape

  1. Mary Alice Patterson says:

    Your lovely centerpiece has really captured the colors and textures of the season. Beautiful!
    Mary Alice

  2. Pat@Back Porch Musings says:

    I love gleaning inspiration from Pottery Barn for all through our home. Your tablescape is beautiful! Great vignette tips.

  3. Doreen @ Hymns and Verses says:

    From one PB addict to another – I think you did an amazing job! Love it!

  4. Jennifer @ Town and Country Living says:

    I’d say you nailed it! Just beautiful. I couldn’t help but notice the wine holder on the wall. Did you buy it or make it? Would love to have one of my own! :)

  5. Marty@A Stroll Thru Life says:

    This is so beautiful. I love all the wonderful texture you’ve added. The wicker, pewter and the zinc candle cups all add so much. The leave garland is so pretty too. Gorgeous vignette. Hugs, Marty

  6. Sandra White says:

    Love it. Just beautiful. You are such an inspiration in your decorating. I am always confused when doing vignettes. Thanks for your easy to understand directions.

  7. Katie @ Upcycled Treasures says:

    Love! I recently bought some rustic corn and can’t wait to incorporate it into our Thanksgiving decor. Pinned :)

  8. Marisa Franca says:

    Thank you for hosting this vignette party. I am so grateful I have so many wonderful ladies who can inspire me. I’ve gotten into a funk and was always angry about the house. I didn’t like it but I wasn’t doing much about it. Well, I have gotten the nudge from ladies like you who are talented and kind enough to share their talent with others. Thank you

  9. Anne says:

    What a beautiful tablescape! Thank you for sharing your step by step tutorial.I agree it’s all about texture and layering!

  10. Confessions of a Plate Addict says:

    Wow, Julie! I am so impressed! You have really done a fabulous job of creating that Pottery Barn look! Thanks so much for joining us on the tour!…hugs…Debbie

  11. Kim says:

    Finally home from a road trip this weekend so I can comment. I think you did a fabulous knockoff of the PB one. I like using them for inspiration, too and I actually think they look at blogs for inspiration.

  12. Maryann @ Domestically Speaking says:

    What a beautiful tablescape! Love finding inspiration from Pottery Barn too.

  13. Heather @ Beyond the Aisle says:

    I love your “formula” for the PB look!

  14. Gee says:

    Luvly Julie. You nailed the look!

  15. Anita from Cedar Hill Farmhouse says:

    This is so lovely Julie!! Your table is very similar to the Pottery Barn one. Thanks so much for joining us on the tour. And I enjoyed the thankful at home tour also.

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  17. Kelly says:

    Beautiful Julie!! You did a great job. Your dining room is such a lovely backdrop for it all.
    xx

  18. Kristen says:

    What a gorgeous table! I just love Pottery Barn, so this is totally my style :) Glad to have been on the vignette tour with you!

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  21. Lisa @ Lisas Creative Designs says:

    I love Pottery Barn too. Who doesn’t? lol. I love the layering on the table. Looks beautiful! I am still working on my tablescape for this year. Have a happy Thanksgiving!

  22. Vanessa says:

    Julie it’s just beautiful! I love how you used the PB photo as inspiration but then you were able to really make the vignette your own. Well done! So glad to be part of this tour with you!
    Vanessa

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  26. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says:

    Your table always looks spectacular…you did a fantastic job…and PB should use you as inspiration!!!

  27. Botanic Bleu says:

    Pottery Barn catalogs are better than most magazines. :) Not only are the displays beautiful, but you can buy the items! Always inspiring as your post shows. Your table is perfect as a Pottery Barn copy. Excellent tutorial with the just-right natural gourds, pumpkins, corn, etc…

    So glad to be on the creating a vignette tour with you.

    Judith

  28. Christy @ Our Southern Home says:

    Julie,
    Your fall vignette is gorgeous! Yes, I’m a Pottery Barn addict as well….is there a support group? I love your layering in the center and the white china is so pretty. So happy to be on this tour with you! ~Christy

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  31. Heather says:

    Wow! I love your tablescape’s layers and textures Julie! So pretty! It’s been so fun to party with you on this fabulous blog tour! Pinned and shared on facebook! ~Heather

  32. Dria says:

    STUNNING!!! You did a fantastic job, your table looks like it could belong in Pottery Barn :)

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  36. kathy olson says:

    Lovely!

  37. Lisa says:

    I loved this post and your formula for creating Pottery Barn’s look. Looking at your tabletop makes me realize I need different flatware- mine are thin and wimpy and your set is chunky (I guess that gives yours 2 of the PB elements: texture and height). May I ask what make (and pattern if you know it) your flatware is? That 3rd pic from the top shows it off nicely. Thanks in advance!

    • Julie Julie says:

      Hi Lisa,
      Thanks for your sweet comment on my blog!
      Unfortunately, I don’t know the make and pattern of my flatware…it came from my grandma’s house and it’s very old! I love using it, it reminds me of her every time I set the table for company.
      Best of luck to you finding something you love!
      Julie

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  39. Debby says:

    You’re amazing! I’d love to see you do a round table using similar items.

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