The Ivy Nest

Are you all ready for Thanksgiving?! No? Me neither! It always seems like the fall months fly by too fast.
To make your Thanksgiving planning a little bit easier, I thought I would make this a What I'm Loving Wednesday-Turkey Day addition! Some of my favorite serving dishes, tableware, Thanksgiving recipes, and hostess gifts!

Paper placemats-
These are seriously too cute, especially for a kids table! I have seen similar ones that are a bit more sophisticated at HomeGoods and Marshalls as well. I love that they are disposable and double as an activity for your little ones or guests!

These stripe napkins-
As I've shared with you all before, I have a slight obsession with stripes. When I found these french stripe napkins it was definitely love at first sight ;) They are the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving table, and because they are neutral you could easily use them throughout the entire year!

This dinnerware collection-
We have had this set from World Market for a little over two years or so now and every piece has held up so well! I always get nervous with white dishes, that they will soak up spaghetti sauce or get knife marks on them, but these have neither! I love the simplicity of them and the fact that they are neutral (of course) but are also normal sizes. I know sometimes with collections, the bowls will be super small or the dinner plates aren't large enough, but these are perfect. World Market also has serving platters and bowls in this pattern as well!

This cinnamon roll recipe from The Novice Chef-
These pumpkin cinnamon rolls are one of the easiest and tastiest treats I've made this Fall! I followed the recipe exactly except instead of the pumpkin pie spice, I used cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. (Which I'm pretty sure is what makes up pumpkin pie spice anyway!) These were a total hit with my husband and little guy too. They would make the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving day breakfast or even your dessert table!

Marble and wood boards-
I know you all know what I'm talking about here! These are probably one of my most favorite things! I love that they are multifunctional- you can use it as a display piece in your kitchen with a plant and pretty candle, as a serving board for your cheese and crackers, or even just as a cutting board. They also make the BEST hostess gifts!!! Tie some twine and a thank you note around it or put it in a gift basket with some wine and cheese. So easy, and it doesn't break the bank! I couldn't pick a favorite to post so I will share a few below. All are under $25!

I know that the holidays can get hectic at times, but I pray that you all are able to enjoy your time with family and friends! Let me know if you use any of these ideas or if you have any exciting plans for the holiday!

I'll be back soon to share our latest DIY project with you guys!!!