The House that Tulsa Built: Local Fall Tables

The House that Tulsa Built: Local Fall Tables

Shopping small in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and why it matters

We are four and a half years into this life adventure of small business owning,  and we've grown very passionate about carrying locally made and handmade goods in our shop, as well as cheering on our fellow small businesses. We recently gathered some of these Tulsans to set fall tables together. A nice project for making something really beautiful–look at these gorgeous photos!–but an even more important endeavor to show what a table set with locally gathered goods represents–the time, heart, creativity, friendships, passion, hopes, and families of people you see each day. These scenes are the heartbeat of our city, the vibrancy of its people. 

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Thanksgiving Tables Galore

Thanksgiving Tables Galore

We did a Retro Den Instagram (@retrodentulsa) series of Thanksgiving table settings and thought we'd do a little review post of all that fine-dining. Setting a table is like the razzle dazzle misdirection of a magician. It's the first thing guests see, and it can prime them to remember the meal favorably. Plus, it's an easy way to show that you care to create a nice experience for them.

This first table has a nice natural vibe with hints of gold for festiveness. It's simple and warm.

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