Easy Themes for Thanksgiving Ornamenting
If you want your Thanksgiving ornaments to wow your invitees for their beauty or originality, we have all the thoughts you’re looking for. Pumpkins, cornucopias, flowers and seasonal foods are classic ornamental elements for any Thanksgiving table and our experts offer a ton of themes on how to integrate these seasonal details into your ornamenting plan.
Thanksgiving decorations dont have to be complicated. Pay close attention to details at your table to keep it festive and fun. Use warm colored tablecloths and napkins: reds, oranges, yellows and browns are all good choices. Scatter crab apples, mini-pears or pumpkins, gourds, pine cones and bittersweet branches down the center of the table for a rustic centerpiece. Add 10 votive candles and 3 thick pillar candles in cream and cranberry colors to create a soft, flattering glow. Layer plates in colors such as white, green, chestnut and honey, that complement, but dont take away from the centerpiece design. Arrange silver and glassware in formal fashion and place a crisp rolled napkin tied with twine and adorned with sprigs of fresh herbs atop each place setting. Rosemary, sage or even fall leaves would do the job beautifully. For an extra something special, write the names of your guests in metallic ink on a small strip of paper and attach to individual napkin rings for easy place settings.
This Thanksgiving, celebrate the harvest by decorating a wreath with fall botanicals, miniature gourds and seasonal items. Then, deck your table to reflect your personality and that of your familys. Not only will a themed tablescape reinforce the festive feelings of the day, it will also make the meal a more special affair. Add a personal touch to the table by setting gratitude journals at each guests place setting.