Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays and since it's right around the corner I've already started planning for the big day!
I always start with the Tablescape because it usually involves a DIY project or two. To start this years theme of simply rustic I chose to create my own rustic chargers.
Have a question about this project?
What's a charger plate?
I was always told that charger plates were once used as a way to keep meals warm. In larger estates during the colonial era of the US, kitchens were often in the basement or in another building away from the formal dining room. By the time the meal was brought to the table it would have cooled so charger plates were kept very hot to warm the dinner plate and keep the food at a palatable temperature. These plates were often made of materials that would hold heat such as pottery or cast iron. Some say this is also where the use of placemats began since the heat of the chargers would scorch the tables. Mats were placed beneath the tablecloths until they became more decorative.
You did a great job
Thank you so much Beth!!🥰
Can you put food on this painted surface? Just hand wash it...?
I would not put food on it unless you use a food safe paint. And yes I hand wash mine! Hope that helps!