Pretty My Party
Author: Grace Toby
Thanksgiving is the perfect occasion to gather friends and family to celebrate. If it’s your turn to host, leave the table-decorating duties to us while you mind the turkey. From country-chic to minimal and modern, we’ve gathered plenty of low-budget, easy and fun ideas for your holiday table
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10 fun and easy decorating ideas for your Thanksgiving table
Make a wish
From centerpiece to table setting, go with a wishbone theme. If you can’t find wishbone accessories, get the kids involved and mould your own using some clay, and then give them a coat of spray paint.
Source: Celebrations at Home
10 fun and easy decorating ideas for your Thanksgiving table
Tie-dye turkey
For an unexpected and easy DIY runner, dye your own using an unexpected but complementary colour. Use Christmas oranges for décor (and then dessert) and attach with a nametag.
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10 fun and easy decorating ideas for your Thanksgiving table
Woodland
Trade in your regular chargers for a more rustic, earthy version. Use a slice of wood for each place setting, and use up scraps to attach a Thanksgiving message.
Source: Elizabeth Anne Designs
10 fun and easy decorating ideas for your Thanksgiving table
Get crafty
Spread a large sheet of craft paper across your table and outline place settings with cutlery and each guest’s name.
Source: Lemon Thistle
10 fun and easy decorating ideas for your Thanksgiving table
Pumpkin patch
Pile on the pumpkins for a centerpiece with impact. Choose a palette of metallic, black and blue and a touch of orange. Add a coat of spray paint and leave the stems gold. Add a twig of sage to each table setting.
Source: Lonny
10 fun and easy decorating ideas for your Thanksgiving table
Mad for plaid
Swap out your tablecloth for an autumn-themed plaid blanket. Add an additional blanket to each seat, if you’re eating al fresco.
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10 fun and easy decorating ideas for your Thanksgiving table
Pear-tastic place setting
This is an easy (and edible) craft that even the kids can make. For instructions, go here: Pear Turkeys
10 fun and easy decorating ideas for your Thanksgiving table
Go green
Set a moody scene with some simple foliage and glass bottles. Gather some greenery to cover overhead lighting. Add some dainty white flowers to small vases. Use chalkboard or painted wood to mark each person’s spot.
Source: My Scandinavian Home
10 fun and easy decorating ideas for your Thanksgiving table
Modern harvest table
Go earthy and green with glassware, runner, napkins, gourds and pumpkins. This setting works whether you’re inside or outside.
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10 fun and easy decorating ideas for your Thanksgiving table
White out
A white palette devoid of colour can be quite impactful. For a minimalistic take, keep the centerpiece low and muted.
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