How to Set the Perfect Thanksgiving Table On a Budget 🍂

[@jenniferdavis4577]

Absolutely Gorgeous!!!! I am an Interior Designer from the US. Great use of color, which made the room come to life. Loved the pumpkins, the tips and The Squirrels!!!! BRAVO, PHILIP! I can't wait to see more videoes!!!!

[@kathleenwebb6301]

The Dutch have given America a part of Thanksgiving tradition I remember as a child... most who were kids in 50's and 60's sang a song in school around Thanksgiving that originally was from the Netherlands! It's known as The Thanksgiving Prayer . We Gather Together is a Christian hymn from the Netherlands believed to have been written by Adrianus Valerius in 1597. It first appeared in a Dutch hymnal in 1626. The hymn was written to celebrate the Dutch victory over Spanish military forces in the Battle of Turnhout. In the United States this traditional hymn is associated with Thanksgiving Day.

[@kdonthetube]

Love the glassware. Everything looked lovely. Thank you for celebrating with us. 🇺🇸❤

[@sharonmusgrove9982]

There is nothing more I love than setting the table! For me it represents laying the way for gathering. It’s a form of anticipation. Hope! Wonder! It’s my way of welcoming others into what I expect to be a wonderful time. 🥂 It’s lovely to see a kindred spirit in the art of table-scaping. I encourage you, Philip, to keeping blessing others in the craft of building beautiful get-togethers! 🦔🦔🦔

[@sharong8511]

What a lovely comment! From another Sharon 💕

[@lindawentink2725]

Love the table , the story behind all the items🥰 The backdrop of the gorgeous wallpaper and lamps pulls it all together beautifully

[@mymedicalmusings1978]

You are natural vlogger/presenter Philip. Just keep being you and remember to always enjoy your work. You have a lot of talent to share with others so this is a wonderful avenue for you. Happy Thanksgiving!

[@TheLegoStar]

A great alternative to the aluminum or wax to stabilize candles is MOSS! it looks great to have the green moss at the base of each candle!… especially for those SUMMER GARDEN PARTIES!

[@aprildomer422]

Hi what an absolutely delightful idea! Moss! I love it, thanks for that idea! I have used very skinny weather stripping as well. Found some at charity shop that has lasted for about 15 years. It works to stabilize the candle with the added benefit of being sticky so it stays put on the candle. I Congratulations Philip on your KZbin endeavor! This is going to be SO MUCH fun & will hopefully be a treasure trove of ideas from YOU as well as your adoring fans. We all love you Philip, thank you for loving our Stephanie & being her Prince. You are the perfect addition to an already magical Fairy Tale! With love & gratitude from the Northern California Coast xo April 🍁🍃🌻

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

What a wonderful surprise!!! The only tip I can offer you is to make videos to suit yourself. Everyone will throw so many ideas at you, each contradicting the other! For example, I will get my fangs into the background music. I never like it and prefer videos without. Other will dramatically complain if there is no music in the video. You cannot please eveyone so you should please yourself! Welcome to KZbin Philip!

[@arsinlupin5628]

Great advice!

[@mickilicyes5399]

Yep I love the music! Haha

[@caroleprisk5068]

I hate loud discordant music that assaults my hearing aids. Yours was fine.

[@AvaT42]

I do not like the music either. I usually land up not listening to the video if there is too much or too loud whatever.

[@kimberlyruby8097]

I love a quiet music in the back ground or in clips that make it come alive.

[@fionalloyd5633]

That was lovely! I can imagine lots of DIY/crafty ideas for Christmas - advent calendars, crackers, Christmas table, ways to wrap gifts... The list is endless! Can't wait to see more of your videos x

[@heidisatterberg6231]

Thanks for using my placecards!! I got so excited in seeing them used, I neglected to tell you how beautiful your table is. Congratulations on your new vlog !Heidi

[@TheChateauDiaries]

We absolutely love them, thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️

[@philipjanssen]

They are so incredibly beautiful, thank you!!

[@philipjanssen]

@@Pupperski I will, thank you!!

[@TheChateauDiaries]

Love it ❤️❤️❤️

[@Mindy-s-channel]

So glad you convinced him to get his channel going. Absolutely adore Philip

[@arsinlupin5628]

Philip is brilliant!!!

[@daphnereloaded3480]

why are you not subscribed to selmar, marie wiik, and philip?

[@andreacatzel8259]

Philip is a star! He’s learning his vlog skills from the best! ❤️

[@Mindy-s-channel]

@@daphnereloaded3480 I am. But not sure why it matters. Why ask?

[@EmilyBoltz]

Phillip the table is beautiful and yes more videos- you are a natural!!!

[@lkmayhew9390]

You’re a natural, Philip. I look forward to more videos from you. The table looks wonderful 👌

[@karentodd4910]

My favourite colours and time of year too. I've been following you at the Chateau since the beginning but for those who are new it's natural to want to know more about the presenter. You are Dutch but people might be asking, 'how come he speaks such wonderful English?' So why not do a video giving people a little more insight into your background and of that wonderful relationship with your grandparents who clearly were a fundamental part of your growing up and are part of the reason you are where you are now. Good luck Phillip

[@robertadunn1572]

Oh that is such a great video idea,would Love to know more about him and his family background .

[@deniseconnors8124]

Would also like to know about his educational background, ? Art, textiles, china…

[@michelleryan7908]

I never comment on videos and only came over because of the Chateau Diaries but I will stay because you did really, really well. You presented clearly, you were entertaining and genuine. You seem like such a lovely young man. Congratulations. You did a great job!

[@lisadurban3525]

Fab table. Enjoy Thanksgiving with your friends and loved ones at Chateau La Lande.

[@susanmatthews7761]

Beautiful but not enough close ups of your completed work!! Well done!! 👌🙏

[@AvaT42]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@moegirl76]

Yes, would love more details as you set up. Like I noticed you had multiple layers of tablecloths.

[@nicolethijs5428]

@@moegirl76 the first one in this case its probably a simple white table cloth because the fancy one was clearly not big enough plus it has open embroidery and then you better lay another table cloth under the fancy one. We always lay a thick flanel on the table to protect the table against spills and then the real table cloth.

[@anneforster510]

So pleased you've started your own channel Philip. Would love a close up of the place setting for a minute or so when it's completed with cutlery /glassware /china that you decided upon. You're so good at the details we want to see ❤🥰

[@cecilea6938]

@@nicolethijs5428 My parents have the same type of table and they put a thick 'fleece' (molleton?) under the tablecloth, not only it protects the table from stains and heat, but also it protects guests from the rough angles of the wood extensions (I'm sorry I don't know all the words in English :D)

[@BordeauxLife]

So happy you did your own Channel you have a gift 😘❤️ i can’t wait to follow your adventures love to you both and Happy Thanksgiving 🦃 Anna x x x

[@TheChateauDiaries]

Happy Thanksgiving to you and Edd! 🥂

[@lyndamcdon]

Philip, I'm such a fan. You do beautiful work and you have a keen eye. I'm suddenly addicted to beautiful dishes because of you and Stephanie!

[@stacykelly9962]

Sharing your tableware & silver that is special to you to make beautiful table settings is a lovely way to express your creativity Phillip. Adding beloved woodland creatures here and there on the table or in one of the rooms is the cherry on top. I’m sorry I am late congratulating you on your own video debut. We have a new grandson and this lucky grandma has been taking advantage of giving my daughter a break to take a much needed nap or do things on her To Do list. He is 6 weeks old today! My Family’s Century farm has 200 acres of woods with a lot of red, gray and a few black squirrels running around, chittering, but no 🦔 hedgehogs in the wild here in Missouri USA. Small black bears have made their way back in the area and fortunately I have not ran into one yet. The joke is you don’t have to out run a bear, just run faster than your walking partner! Well, I am the SLOW ONE in every scenario so 🤞🤞any wild creature with teeth and a grumpy attitude will be as afraid as me and we will go in opposite directions . A very enjoyable first of many Phillip, congratulations.

[@hapahoulew9833]

Wonderful! I look forward to your future videos!!

[@taitweigel64]

Beautifully done, Philip! Practical, economical, and gorgeous! Happy Thanksgiving!

[@riokicks7733]

Such a lovely video!! I'm so happy you've started your own channel. I would love to see you do a Christmas table too, or maybe a challenge video where you go to emmaous and have a set budget to do a table for :)

[@sidselboyepetersen6541]

And also how you repair porcelain and other practical tips ☀️🎉Congrats with your new channel!

[@jennifercampbell7698]

@@sidselboyepetersen6541 Yes good idea! Also a video on preparing crockery, cutlery and glassware for the table. For example how to polish everything. Also the table layout for crockery, cutlery and glassware, napkin folding and flower centrepiece arranging and music selection. Also a video on wine selection and cocktail preparation. Also how to add visual interest to a table and room surrounds. And finally how to set tables for different services - French, English, Russian and American service. Also setups for buffet service, a la carte and table d’hôte.( ex hospitality lecturer😉)

[@lindavazquez589]

Good job! Love that you've kept the center pieces low so that guests can see each other. Thank you for sharing.

[@penihavir1777]

The fool in the candlestick holder is brilliant! I’ve broken two antique glass candlestick holders trying to get the wax out. Even in clear glass, I think that the foil would look attractive. ♥️

[@nikishazechiel6848]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@amyprough4290]

The table is beautiful 🙂

[@deegillaspy1939]

Congratulations on your very first video. Absolutely thrilled we will be seeing more of you. This has made my day.

[@JF-lx6nm]

Loved it Philip, happy thanksgiving. Love to see how you would dress a bedroom for guests coming. Ie bedding, cushions, towels,toiletries etc

[@VictoriadelaPorcelaine]

Ideas for next videos: a blue and white table decor would be nice, maybe something with Wedgwood, too 🥰

[@clicker7019]

As an American, I have no problem with other countries and cultures enjoying Thanksgiving. Being grateful for the blessings in our lives should be universal anyway! Happy Thanksgiving!

[@squirrelswithpearls]

Ditto!

[@dianegriffith3006]

Agree-just being thankful is important!

[@karlasmit7535]

As an American I totally agree.

[@krogers815]

Wow, I guess you don’t realize that Canada has thanksgiving as well. In October by the way.

[@clicker7019]

@@krogers815 I do realize that......and as a Canadian, I'm sure you don't mind other countries and cultures celebrating a day of gratitude too.

[@denisebugler5761]

Philip. I have watched the Chateau Diaries from the beginning. I think you are great, talented, kind and thoughtful. I absolutely love you and Steph together and the table is stunning! I get very inspired with ideas from the chateau. Xx

[@JenilynGilbert]

What she said…Exactly!

[@emmalou4561]

It’s like you’re positive energy just shines right through our screens in to our souls

[@t.w.parker7528]

This is gorgeous. I would like to have seen a buffet table with a cornucopia spilling out with your fall harvest veggies instead of the table. This would free up the table for a low long floral arrangement with natural elements gathered from outside like bittersweet and ivy and cushions.

[@shirleyharold1698]

Philip your table is exquisite. I’m so honored that many other countries love doing the Thanksgiving with their loved ones. Is as it should be. Having dinner with our loved ones and being thankful for are blessings. Philip I’m so excited to see more of your vlogs, you are so talented and have a good eye for color. Your English is fantastic 🍁🦃 Happy Thanksgiving

[@mychristmasemporium5927]

Ps I love autumnal colours too!

[@kimruddy441]

Literally because of you and Stephanie I have been scouring the local antique stores, charity shops etc to find items for our dining room and house. Oddly, in Kentucky.. we don't get "formal" for anything really, except horse racing, which is weird since we have giant dining rooms that typically get used once or twice a year. This Thanksgiving will be the first in our 25+ years of actually breaking out the China, the goblets and decorating! Thank you for inspiring me to bring a little Fabulousness to our everyday life!

[@peggyvick935]

Me too✅ I think that’s been so amazing to learn from Stephanie & Phillip! I do use our China on holidays, but many times, just foam divided section plates. 😜

[@mikelowe5457]

That made me really happy

[@elisabeth6108]

Just my Mom and me for the holiday today but I still foraged outside to make a centerpiece (no mean feat in November in Maine) and used my great grandmother's china. The La Lande effect!

[@mimibatman2787]

@@elisabeth6108 it was just me, my husband and my mother-in-law. It seemed odd in the dining room that in past years was overflowing, but we were grateful for good food and loving family to share it with.

[@jojoply]

So great!

[@louisewolpert2014]

Philip. I always enjoy seeing you on the vlogs. If I may offer one suggestion. Please slow down. As a storyteller, I have learned each piece of the story is an integral part of the whole. Showing us the squirrel place card holders is just as important as folding the napkins or choosing the flatware. Don't hurry the process. I for one am quite happy to spend more time with you. God bless and Happy Thanksgiving.

[@jasperjavellana4454]

Great video Philip !!! 👍 The things you do just proves to show, you have an eye for beauty and detail. Looking forward to your future videos !!! 😃 😃

[@ashtondurham5075]

Happy Thanksgiving to Lalande from South Carolina

[@dollightfullyminiature4707]

Love the candle tin foil tip its a perfect solution and I have candelabras just like that I will be using so thank you. Would love to see you cover a chair and how you measure and cut the fabric etc congrats on the new channel am looking forward to seeing what you do with it

[@heatherdeans49]

Aw Philip, what a treat! So beautifully produced; the light, the narration, the setting itself, all very professionally done and utterly engaging. Thank you, congratulations and I look forward to many more👏

[@julieallen5655]

Fabulous Phillip! Loved this! You’re very creative and engaging. Looking forward to more 😊x

[@jenniferbrennan1623]

Philip, it looks amazing. Fabulous table :) Looking forward to the next one.

[@adrienneweissbeck1352]

Beutiful table, Phillip. Happy Thanksgiving.

[@percyattfield3393]

If there were cards for us on the table, would have hopped over for the night🤣🤣❤️❤️

[@TheChateauDiaries]

And you tell us that now?!!!

[@lindaelliott5411]

Now Percy…. That would have been the icing on the cake 💕

[@thebeatlesforever53]

Ooh cool!! Excellent video, thank you so much . Lots of love and best wishes coming to you and Stephanie! Happy Thanksgiving 🥰🥰🥰

[@normakennett1521]

Wonderful!!! More of anything!!! Lol!!

[@barryethridge568]

Excellent video Phillip. Just keep being you and we will enjoy it all. I enjoy anything that gives us more views in to life at LaLande.

[@britneymichelle1714]

FANTASTIC!!! Love it, great video. Cant wait to see more from you.

[@Mindy-s-channel]

I’d love to see all you table arrangements. Also I love your singing, would love the occasional performance. Any video you make will be fun. Can’t wait

[@justified_mindhunter]

Love it! And love you and Stephanie. You make such a gorgeous couple. ❤❤❤

[@dorotaozi]

Happy Thanksgiving! Unfortunately, we do not celebrate Thanksgiving in Poland but I cannot wait for your Christmas & New Years set ups to use some of the ideas ;-)

[@TP7654P]

Lovely video! Happy Thanksgiving from America.

[@susansparke3462]

It sounds like you should start a new tradition and celebrate your own Thanksgiving holiday with your loved ones. These things have to start somewhere, right? I hope that you will enjoy the holiday season and that you and your loved ones will be blessed with good health. With love❤ from Susan Sparke in Madera, California, USA 🇺🇸

[@dorotaozi]

@@susansparke3462 I have already planted the seed in their minds. Watch me next year! ;-) Thank you for the wishes and sending equally warms ones your way.

[@susansparke3462]

@@dorotaozi I'm sure that if you invite people to your Thanksgiving Feast, then they will come!!! Thank you for your kind and warm wishes!

[@MS-jg1vj]

You could even just do it as a fall fest of thanks. After these last few years I think any excuse to safely gather those you care about and enjoy spending time with together is perfect!

[@phoenixrising5770]

Lovely video and ideas! Thank you! Keep up the great work Philip 👌

[@shannonstone2690]

Fantastic video Philip, can’t wait to see more! The table was beautiful!

[@lourdesclark2154]

Congratulations! Elegant and warm table setting. I love to see you visiting the brocantes and then showing what you’ve done with your finds, great eye. You are a classy gentleman, always be yourself.

[@jacqueyskala9953]

Nicely done! Loved it. I can hardly wait for future uploads. The helpful hints and techniques were a lovely addition, ie. remedy for candle stick not fitting, pumpkin candle holders

[@MariaM-yn9tl]

🥰💕Happy Thanksgiving to you & Stephanie & everyone at LaLande. 🦃🍁Mariaknits27 🥰💕💃🏻🧵🧶🏠

[@marthathomas1660]

Hi Philip, Great tips on napkins and candles I didn’t know that.❤️😁 I love to shop and find nice items too.Congratulations on your 1st video have a Happy Thanksgiving.I’m looking forward for more awesome videos from you.😁❤️🐿🦔

[@lindamorgan617]

Beautiful!! Thanks, for sharing your talent !!

[@deborahtyler875]

Phillip you are so talented! I really admire your affinity towards the wildlife!

[@faniedela]

Wow Philip, this video is so good and very well made. Can't wait to see more! It is very organic and feels like you have done hundreds of video already! I would love to see your hedgehogs collection, all your favorite porcelain and cutlery and why they are your favorites, how to shop for vintage pieces: what to look for, different brands, ect, you know so many things about design throughout the centuries I would love to learn more. Oh and bring back Woodland Watch please haha :) Can't wait to see your channel flourish!

[@lisaburns2117]

Beautiful table Philip! Love your first video!

[@laurencunningham8281]

Beautiful table and practical tips! Well done Phillip! Just subbed and noticed you have quite the following already. Congratulations.

[@sheilacleaver1923]

Really really loved this. My motto is “why use 6 pots when 20 will do”! I have as much fun setting the table as eating the meal …. & I use foil in the candles like you …there’s hope for me yet! Xx

[@nlbhaduri]

I am a naturalized American and my family have spent decades working out the purpose/meaning of the Thanksgiving celebration, finally settling on the idea of just being grateful for kind people in our world. We all take turns at our table giving a thanks and cheers to whomever deserves the shout out. Every Tday I make a special effort to acknowledge the Native Americans who basically sacrificed themselves in saving the entirely unprepared Pilgrims that arrived on their shores. BTW, I love how you decorated your Tday table with gourds that you later turned into soup. One tip I may share is I line my hollowed out little gourds with aluminium foil before I place a candle tea light in so they glow. Also, if they are edible, the foil protects them from the melting wax.

[@lorrainel2314]

Love it, Phillip. Some great ideas for the Christmas table decoration too. Thanks and welcome 🤗

[@kathryntrapman3917]

Philip I love the table scape it is perfect, you have exquisite taste. Glad to see you have a channel now. Looking forward to more of your videos..🐿🐿🎃🎃🍽🍽

[@judithdantonio9904]

Philip! Welcome and I’m so happy you opened up your channel with a Thanksgiving tribute. I am at 17 wife mother grandmother and great grandmother. Yes like many people I discovered Stephanie over Lock down. My family is the muse because I referred to step in as my friend, but that’s how she makes me feel and she has addressed her KZbin audience as so . I am so glad Stephanie and you how do you build your relationship no surprise. I hope people respect your privacy. So looking forward and good luck with your channel😉👍🏻

[@janicebrowningaquino792]

Philip-BRAVO! Excellent effort, you are so creative and very natural in front of the camera. I’m certain laying this lovely table led to a beautiful evening 🦃🍁!

[@aprilstorkamp7067]

I love that you all are having Thanksgiving! Its wonderful to spread the joy and to be Thankful for the things we have in our lives. Can't wait for more videos!!

[@deannamack2199]

Well done Philip! It looks beautiful and the mini pumpkin candles are a great idea! Happy Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving may be more fitting! ❤from Ohio

[@elaineteut9579]

Thanksgiving💕

[@amandabell2030]

I’m so pleased you are going to share all your design ideas with us, you are so talented , this was such a fun video, can’t wait to see more

[@terimcgrath01]

L💜VE this! Thank you for smile you gave me this afternoon. 🤗 Your laugh is contagious. Happy Thanksgiving.

[@okienana11]

Great job Philip Happy Thanksgiving from Oklahoma, USA

[@leahhamdaoui7755]

You have already won our hearts Philip so having your own channel is yet another treat for all of us Lalande lovers!! Love your first Vlog, it's a pleasure to watch and WoW what a table !!! 🏰🥂🍽🍸🍗🍰💖

[@nmarzuke]

What a beautiful table! For not being American, you truly captured the essence of Thanksgiving! Bravo and well done! 👏🏼👏🏼

[@beehill1]

You are a natural at vlogging Philip! Hope to see many more in the future. The table looked fantastic! Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁🍂🍁🍂🐿

[@bsilano]

You did a beautiful job and listening to you speak English you almost sound like an American... your English is great!

[@janeharris6925]

Love to watch you do something you soo love doing! Beautiful. You can also use aluminum bonbon cups from your local candy reseller or order them online. If you need to double them up, they fit together and leave a nice finished edge. You can also put a dab of museum putty in the candle holder to keep the candle upright. Also purchased online. Blessing for the coming holidays to you, the other Lelanders both on site and scattered to the winds. We love you all.

[@beverley1539]

Hiya Phillp soo exited for you yay! Enjoyed the tips &tricks as I call them always love to learn something new. Oh yes love the idea of frugal anything, it’s a win win for all,charity shops, brocantes, etc recycling repurposed etc. I feel you did fabulous for your first video, looking forward to watching more & of course subscribed straight away Lol blessings Luv Ontario Canada Thankyou 🐝

[@debschmitt761]

Please show us close ups of all the cutlery at LeLande, I would like to see all the variety of sets that you have, one video on each. Also would like to see just videos of the various patterns of dishes and what you would put together for a place setting. Ideas for tablescapes

[@karendesmit5601]

Congratulations on your first video, loved it! I'm always looking out for new decorating ideas - only wished I had the fabulous second-hand shops in Hobart, Australia as you do in France - they are next level! Nonetheless, my favourite thing to look at when I go 'op-shopping' as we say, are the nick nacky homewares - beautiful bowls, cutlery, candle holders, glassware etc.

[@djmond3497]

Wonderful Thanksgiving table! Thank you Philip!

[@Gayane790]

Congratulations Philip! Lovely video and full of great ideas! Looking forward to more from your new channel! Happy Thanksgiving! 💕🎉🌹

[@judyselway3556]

Absolutely loved this and will definitely use your tips on the candles and napkins. Thanks Philip xx

[@champerschandeliers670]

Absolutely loved this video! Love the set up when you come forward to the camera from working to show us details & tips too. Wonderful. Such a beautiful table setting too! 👌🏼🙌🏼✨🍂🐿

[@jenmcwilliams2996]

Love the table you set up for Thanksgiving and also I love how you embrace our traditions, thank you. I do enjoy watching your videos and Stephanie's, I look forward to them and I watch the older videos a lot. I've gotten a lot of ideas from watching, makes me want to be there with you all

[@sillybeeful]

Just lovely…. Good luck with your channel Philip. Thank you for the inspiration 🦔 🐿 🎃

[@scottydogism]

Beautiful job Phillip. Happy Thanksgiving.

[@uilanigoldsberry8930]

I loved this video. I can't wait to see some new ones. Well done, Philip. I'm a fan! Happy Thanksgiving from Hawaii.

[@hatshepsut8329]

Congratulations on your first video! I am so EXCITED for you and for me…can’t wait to see more from you! Coming from an American, the table looks wonderful and properly set for Thanksgiving. I love the fact that your grandparents have been such an influence in your life and I have no doubt that they would be so proud to see you sharing this with the world today on Thanksgiving of all days! 🥰🇫🇷🦔

[@bettyrush3651]

It's so beautiful and affordable. 💕 Happy Thanksgiving to all !

[@terribakouni2155]

So happy you have your own channel!! Can't wait for future videos Phillip and the table looks so lovely. Happy Thanksgiving from Florida 🥰

[@Hanlin-qd8ed]

Wooow!! Congrats philip you have youtube channel now..you deserve one coz you have so many talents to show..its already proven that table setting is absolutely gorgeous♥️♥️♥️

[@lindalord9927]

Lovely to see you have your own channel Philip. The table looked beautiful ❤️

[@Belle501]

Philip! You're a natural! Can't wait to see more videos. This was so inspirational! GORGEOUS table!

[@nadiastokes2521]

Thanks for the tip on using aluminium strips at base of candles to stop them from wobbling! Table looks beautiful

[@clicker7019]

I loved that idea!

[@marciafulmer774]

Awesome video. Hope to see a lot more videos from you. Happy Thanksgiving to you and all your family and friends Marcia from California

[@karenreeves856]

Congratulations Philip! Great video, and the table is amazing. I especially like your tips - the candle one is a life changer for me! Looking forward to future videos!