4 Budget-Friendly Thanksgiving Decor Ideas

Are you hosting for Thanksgiving this year? Thanksgiving is just two weeks away, and when you’re hosting, it can seem overwhelming to think past how you’ll be able to get the mashed potatoes, green bean casserole and turkey done at the same time. 

Since you’re already providing the food for your loved ones, sticking to a budget for your Thanksgiving decor is important, but that doesn’t mean it has to be any less elegant.

Here are four budget-friendly Thanksgiving decor ideas to consider for Turkey Day:

Pumpkins as place cards

You likely have some mini pumpkins lying around from Halloween. Why not spruce them up to use as unlikely place card holders? For an elegant touch, purchase enough small white pumpkins to place at each seat. Then, use a metallic sharpie to write each guest’s name on the pumpkins acting as place cards instead of your average folded cardstock.

“I’m thankful for…”

Sticking to the topic of place card settings, why not give your guests a little thoughtful task before dinner? Include a printable on craft paper, for instance, atop each napkin at each place setting that says, “I’m thankful for…” along with a pencil for them to make their lists. You could even tie nice ribbon or a small bundle of herbs around the pencil to add a finishing touch. This keeps your guest occupied while waiting and acts as an easy way for getting into the mindset on this day of thankfulness.

Fancy pumpkin centerpieces 

While you’re at the store purchasing pumpkins for your place settings, buy a few more and spray paint each in a metallic shade for an extra chic touch to your table. In a time crunch with no time to paint? You can likely find inexpensive copper-colored, plastic pumpkins at your local dollar or craft store. To fill in gaps on your table, there are plenty of fresh and affordable greenery like eucalyptus branches or twigs that you can use to complete this effortless elegant look. 

Stick to candles

For a more simple, yet clean and classy Thanksgiving decor, purchase white candles in varying heights and corral them at the center of your table. To make the centerpiece pop, you can go for a neutral table cloth like burlap, linen or even brown craft paper. This is also a great opportunity to fill in with eucalyptus, pine cones, herbs and even small white pumpkins.