inspiration for fall entertaining

Last weekend we hosted a small fall themed dinner party for a few of our friends. We made chili and cornbread and carved pumpkins and it was very cozy and casual. After the success of last year’s party, I couldn’t wait to start planning for this year so here are a few of the simple ideas and recipes that I used for inspiration –

Top row from left to right:
– Sparkling sangria recipe from Sweet Paul
– This tabletop looks simple and inviting: Local Milk
– Three vegetarian chili recipes by Emma on A Beautiful Mess

2nd row from left to right:
– Easy cornbread muffin recipe from Smith & Ratliff
– Make this dried fruit bouquet and place them on each place setting for an extra special touch
– A modern take on a simple, harvest centerpiece spotted on Julep

3rd row from left to right:
– Colorful leaves and vines serve as table settings in this fall dinner by Once Wed
– These apple muffin donuts sound delicious! So many things you can do with freshly picked apples
– Mini pumpkins as sign holders from A Fabulous Fete

Bottom row from left to right:
– Fresh vegetables are the best for an autumn dinner as seen here
– Apple cider sangria made with fresh apple cider from How Sweet It Is
– Make a centerpiece from veggies and greens picked in the garden: Suvi Sur Le Vif