78 Festive Thanksgiving Decorations to Set the Tone for the Season
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The holiday season offers a unique opportunity to tap into your creative side and put your style on full display. From showing off your decor to trying your hand at DIY crafts, the holidays are a home decor enthusiast's dream. However, a Thanksgiving celebration can be particularly tricky to decorate for, whether you're in search of traditional ideas, budget-friendly DIYs, Amazon decor finds or more modern looks that are a bit more unexpected.
Whether you're hosting a large group of family and friends or you're keeping things on the small side this year, we've rounded up the best Thanksgiving decorations to create a festive environment for Turkey Day. From pumpkin-lined front porches and beautiful centerpieces to chic wreaths and turkey place cards, these Thanksgiving decorations are sure to help you pull off your best holiday yet. There are even stylish Thanksgiving tablecloths and runners to complete your setup. Just don't forget to pick a good turkey recipe, delicious sides and, of course, some pie. Your family and friends will thank you.
Pumpkin Place Cards
Paper place cards might do the trick but these petite pumpkins level things up. Not only are pumpkins affordable but they also make a great gift for guests to bring home with them at the end of the night.
Go Gingham
Gingham is a timeless fall staple. This holiday scene confirms that a tablescape doesn't have to be over the top if you incorporate a fun fabric.
DIY Table Runner
Have kids at your Thanksgiving celebration? Keep them busy while the turkey cooks by rolling out butcher paper and letting them go crazy with leaf stencils and gold paint. The outcome: A stunning table runner for your feast.
Mini Bouquets
These bouquet place cards will dress up your table by providing striking texture and a pop of color. Plus, they take just five minutes to make!
Thanksgiving Punch
Spruce up your drink station by pouring punch or juice into a glass pumpkin. Place sliced oranges, apples or cinnamon sticks inside the bowl to make things feel even more festive. Bonus: Lifestyle blogger Ashley Rose shares the tasty punch recipe in her tutorial.
Gratitude Garland
Ask your loved ones to write down their deepest gratitudes on pre-cut cardstock leaves. Then, hang them all on a rope garland for instant decor.
Festive Front Porch
Set the tone for the holiday before your guests even step foot inside your house. Autumnal garland, a lush wreath and a basket of crunchy leaves create a warm and welcoming vibe on this front porch.
Fall Focal Point
Catch your guests' eyes with this bright centerpiece. Placing faux yellow stems inside of a white vase is an easy task to execute, and the gold silverware adds another fun touch.
Give Thanks Gift Baskets
Show your family and friends how much you appreciate them with these homemade gift baskets. Set them on an entryway table so they double as decor.
Printable Art
A framed print is a classic and neutral way to show off some seasonality. You can download this one directly from the blogger's website.
Give it a Theme
Who doesn't love an out-of-the-box theme? If you and your gal pals are fans of Friends then this themed party will be a crowd pleaser.
Get the tutorial at Kara's Party Ideas »
Neutral Wreath
This white and gold wreath can easily transition into the winter season. Gold spray-painted leaves add an element of glam while faux berries and florals offer a subtle nod to nature.
Gold Lanterns
This sleek tablescape is proof that you don't need to go crazy with DIY projects or max out your budget in order to make a big impact. The contrast between the metallic gold lanterns, black and white table runner, and orange pumpkins offers the right amount of visual interest.
Friendsgiving Photo Wall
Every great get-together has a designated spot for photo taking. Your friends will love this vibrant, Instagram-worthy backdrop that's made with a combo of fabric, paper lanterns, streamers and balloons.
Turkey Party Favor Bags
Don't let your guests leave without a favor. This cute turkey is made with just a few supplies, like a cotton bag and craft paper.
Apple Cider Bar
Set out a pitcher of cider, pre-rimmed glasses, twinkle lights and some pumpkins for a fool-proof drink station that's sure to wow guests.
A Slice of Pie
Before your guests get to the real dessert, let them know where they're sitting with these easy-to-make pumpkin pie place cards.
Leather Napkin Rings
Thanksgiving scenes don't always have to focus on orange hues. Keep things classy with these simple DIY leather napkin rings.
Apple Table Runner
Don't fret if you can't pinpoint enough recipes to make use of your recent apple picking haul. Lifestyle blogger Julie Blanner dreamed up this pretty table runner, highlighting a mix of apples, white candles in varied sizes and loads of greenery.
Corn Husk Wreath
After peeling back the husks of dried corn, place them around an 18" craft ring. Alternate colors for visual interest and use your extra husks to fill in any gaps.
Monique Valeris is the home design director for Good Housekeeping, where she oversees the brand's home decorating coverage across print and digital. Prior to joining GH in 2020, she was the digital editor at Elle Decor. In her current role, she explores everything from design trends and home tours to lifestyle product recommendations, including writing her monthly column, "What's in My Cart."
Kara Thompson is a Denver-based journalist with over five years of experience writing lifestyle content. She has written for a variety of publications, including townandcountrymag.com, elledecor.com and Parents, where she covered all things home, travel, food, health and holidays. Her sister's German Shepherd, tennis and mystery books are a few of her favorite things
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