Think of how many holiday icons are tied to bells. From It's a Wonderful Life's closing scene to holiday favorite tunes: Silver Bells, Sleigh Ride, Jingle Bells (and of course Jingle Bell Rock), I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day, Carol of the Bells, White Christmas....and more.

​But why are bells such an important part of the holiday season, and how can you find and use vintage bells? Let's start with taking a quick look back in time.

Until recently, there was only one way to hide the stand holding your Christmas tree: a skirt. And there are some wonderful tree skirts, both vintage and new, available to choose from. But in the past few years, tree collars have become a fashionable option for dressing up the base of your tree. Let's explore some of the ways you can create your own look for your tree's base. 

We love looking for those things that take center stage on your table: interesting vessels, curated groupings of candlesticks, and all sorts of wood trays, molds and bowls. But as Thanksgiving approaches, you may want to incorporate some additional elements into your table decor, so we rounded up some of our favorite ideas just in time for you to set a fabulous table for friends and family.