The Very British Edit: A British Home, an American Holiday, and a Table Set With Heart – Why Thanksgiving Has Become Our Most Meaningful Tradition

Table set for Christmas or Thanksgiving with candles and greenery .

The Opening Note

After more than a decade exploring the world of interiors at Homes & Gardens, I’ve developed a deep appreciation for the way our homes evolve with the seasons. And of all those shifts, this moment – when autumn leans into winter – is my favorite. The light softens, the evenings stretch out, and there’s a wonderful feeling of drawing in, of reconnecting. It’s a time of year that seems made for warmth, for welcoming people in, and for gathering around a table.