6 Tablescape Ideas for The Ultimate Thanksgiving Feast
Thanksgiving is only a few short weeks away, but before we can start carving the turkey or digging into pumpkin pie, we need to set the table!
An elegant tablescape helps set the tone of your meal, while also adding a little extra flare to your special gathering. Make your Thanksgiving dinner one your guests won’t soon forget with seasonal décor.
Ways to Decorate Your Table for the Holiday:
Choose a beautiful (but short) centerpiece. A fun and exciting centerpiece is the perfect way to bring your holiday décor together. Just be conscious of how tall you make it. Large, towering pieces can often impede your dinner conversation. Instead, consider a small grouping of pumpkins, leaves and other greenery that will add to your meal rather than take away from it!
The more layers the better. While we spend a lot of time in our dining rooms every day, holiday meals call for something a little more extravagant. Instead of going with your usual cutlery and table settings, make sure to add a few more layers in the form of placemats, tablecloths, chargers, florals and more to make your Thanksgiving dinner extra special.
Don’t be afraid to play with color. Orange, yellow, brown and red may seem like obvious choices when it comes to decorating your table for Thanksgiving. But for those who are looking to do something a little different this year, try adding some unusual colors into the mix like pink, turquoise or soft greens.
Lean into your region. Unfortunately, leaves don’t change all over the United States. And for those who live on the coast or in the desert, donning your Thanksgiving table with faux autumn foliage can feel out of place. As an alternative, consider using local elements to spruce up your holiday table like seashells, fresh fruit or Evergreen sprigs.
Personalize your place settings. No matter how small your Thanksgiving get-together is shaping up to be this year, adding a little personal touch to a guest’s place setting is always a great idea. Add a unique, but simple, place card at their plate or go the extra mile to write a note letting them know how thankful you are for them. Even the smallest gesture can mean so much to your guests!
Don’t forget about the kids. Who says incredible tablescapes had to be reserved for the adult’s table? If you are planning on having a table just for the kids this year, put a little effort into making that space feel special too with little name cards, decorations and even some construction paper that they can color on during the meal.
Wishing you a great holiday!
