Easy Thanksgiving Table Setting Ideas
If you are scrambling for a few last-minute Easy Thanksgiving Table Setting Ideas, I have you covered! These ideas are simple yet elegant and will surely make your guests feel special for Thanksgiving dinner!
This list includes great-looking printable place cards, centerpieces, a table runner, and so much more. If you love crafts and decorating, this is the post for you! And if you are looking for more ways to celebrate this holiday check out these Creative Thanksgiving Ideas!
Whether you’re hosting for the first time or running short on creativity, this post is for you! I have some simple ideas that will transform your table.
Celebrate all the best things about fall and family with these simple (and stunning) Thanksgiving place settings and ideas. They’re easy enough for beginners and fun for experts. There’s something for everyone on this list.
Take the pressure off planning Thanksgiving by using this complete guide and Thanksgiving planner!
Before we get to the list, click the image above. It will take you to my Thanksgiving planner.
This planner will keep you organized as you host or help plan the holiday meal. There’s so much to think of and this planner will help you so you don’t drop a ball or forget a side dish.
Seriously, everyone who’s hosting the meal needs this planner. It doesn’t just keep the food organized, but it comes with cute printables, too!
Thanksgiving Table Must-Haves
When you think about decorating your table for Thanksgiving, there are a few things that you shouldn’t forget.
Start out with the tablecloth and centerpiece. You could even choose to add Thanksgiving table runners on top of the tablecloth or alone.
After you decide on the centerpiece, plan out the table settings for each person. Set out placemats, place setting name cards, and even napkins.
This is a good spot to set out Thanksgiving favors for the table if you’re going to use them.
That’s it! Your table can be as simple or as intricate as you want.
How To Make A Table Plan
With all of the ideas out there, how do you choose which ones to use on your table?
Start out with a theme. This can be as simple as fall leaves, pinecones, or a few colors (like orange and brown).
Once you have your theme, think about how much room you have. Choose the centerpiece that will fit on your table.
Then, move to each place setting. It’s perfectly acceptable to allow each person to choose where to sit. But it’s also fun to assign seats and give each person a name card. Do what works for you.
Finally, decide ahead of time how fancy or casual you want the table to be. If you’re going for ultra-posh, then set out two forks, a knife, a spoon, and a wine glass and water glass.
To be more casual, you only need a fork, knife, and spoon.
See? It’s easier than you might think. In no time at all, you’ll have a stunning and warm Thanksgiving table, ready for your family and friends.
Are you ready for the list of Thanksgiving Table Setting Ideas? Here you go! Click the “continue reading” button to take you to the individual idea so that you can get the full tutorials.
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Thanksgiving Table Setting Ideas
Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and gratitude, and a beautifully set table enhances the festive spirit. As you prepare for the big meal, consider how your table setting can reflect the warmth of the holiday.
With these ideas, your Thanksgiving table will be a beautiful and inviting space for everyone to enjoy.
You can turn table-setting decor items into functional gifts too! These pumpkin place cards are actually mini treat boxes!
Mix and match your place settings with these mini pumpkin place cards! Use metallic spray paint to paint the stem of your pumpkins and then just use a small tack or pin to attach place cards.
Take the pressure off planning Thanksgiving dinner by using this complete guide and Thanksgiving planner! Plus decorative printables!
Buy your faux corn cobs with the husks and we're going to paint them first! Then all you have to do is add in the printed name tags and put them on top of a plate.
Make something intricate and festive with these adorable DIY leaf napkin rings! You only need four items to make them!
Not only do these printable tablet setting cards make for cute decor they are also great conversation starters for the whole family!
This rich multi-color maple leave table runner is beautifully appliqued with intricate cutouts - Your Thankgiving table will look amazing!
Add something practical and useful for place settings with these Turkey Tins! You can make these turkeys up and add small gifts to the tins for your guests.
You'll need floral wire, tissue paper, and your choice of treats when making these mini pumpkin name cards!
Not only is this table runner perfect for Thanksgiving, but can be used all through the autumn season. Add pumpkins, candles and other decor to make your table look amazing!
Use regular brown craft paper as your tablecloth and you can decorate it with Fall designs and even add your name cards right on the table! (Plus the kids can even color on it while they wait) Easy clean-up after eating!
Give everyone a custom name spot at the Thanksgiving table this year with these adorably festive name cards.
Free Printable Thanksgiving Place Cards | Thanksgiving Traditions
Super easy to customize and print your Thanksgiving place cards with this free printable!
All that glitters is sometimes gold, right? Add natural elements adorned in gold (using gold metallic spray paint) to your Thanksgiving table decor. Use natural elements like pine cones, pumpkins, and more!
You may be asking yourself what a "trivet" is right? Basically, it's a coaster for hot things, to protect the surface below. Now you can make a festive leaf-shaped trivet to protect your Thanksgiving dinner table!
This turkey Thanksgiving table runner will delight everyone sitting at the table this holiday!
You can use old boxes to make these corrugated leaf place cards! Add twine and a cardstock name printout to complete the look.
The kids can help create these custom Thanksgiving place cards! Print off your name cards and then add Fall items like leaves or feathers to the name card.
Add in some table decor that doubles as an air freshener too! You can core out a fresh apple and then add in a tea light candle!
DIY Hand Painted Thanksgiving Table Runner | Thankful At Home
Create one of a kind table runner by grabbing a solid white table runner and then adding Thanksgiving-themed paint colors like brown, dark orange, and even yellow to the table runner.
Create your own handmade centerpiece with this rustic turkey decor idea! You will have to venture to your local craft store for most of the supplies to create your centerpiece.
Head to your local dollar store and grab these faux mini pumpkins! They come in solid orange but you can paint them various colors to use as place card holders for your Thanksgiving dinner.
Utilize beans and corn that you may already have on hand to make this centerpiece for your table! Layer different fall colors to fill up an empty glass jar or old vase. Add seasonal items like faux leaves and then place.
Create a custom table runner with burlap and ribbon! You can find burlap at most stores this time of year. Use scrap yarn or thread you may already have at home. String your ribbon, yar, or thread through the burlap in any design you want!
Did you enjoy this list of easy Thanksgiving table setting ideas? If so, please pin this post to Pinterest so you can find it later.
Thank you Susan for sharing my burlap Thanksgiving favors!!
Thanks so much for featuring my place cards and table runner, Susan! So sweet! I am LOVING all of these great ideas!
Thanks you SO much for hosting each and every week, Susan! Also, thank you for featuring my Place Card! Hope you have a great day!
Thanks so much for this great round up, Susan! Honored to be featured in this awesome group!! Have a great week!
Awesome!! Just shared on FB:))
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Thanks for sharing Evelyn!
What a great round up of ideas! Thanks so much for including my fresh apple tea lights tutorial in this terrific group! 🙂
Simple and beautiful Debbie!
Thanks so much for including both of my projects!! What a nice surprise today! You’re the best!!
Kim
You always create beautiful things Kim!
This is so beautiful!! Pinning!
Thanks for pinning!