Thanksgiving

Gathering with family and friends is one of the best parts of Thanksgiving. When decorating for the season, you want to make your home as cozy and inviting as possible. 

The primary areas you’ll want to decorate are your dining room table, where everyone will gather for the main event, and the living room, where you’ll relax and spend time before and after dinner. These Thanksgiving decor ideas will help you get started.

Decorating Your Table for Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving table decor includes three parts: 

1.  The centerpiece is what catches the eye when you first see the table. It can be extravagant, such as a cornucopia overflowing with vegetables, flowers, or other decorative items, or simple, such as a few well-placed candlesticks or a small vase of flowers.

2.  The place settings are another essential part of the table decorations. Each setting should include enough dishes to accommodate each course. This may include salad, bread, dinner, and dessert plates, as well as a soup bowl, charger or placemat, glassware, and silverware for each dish. You may also add small touches like a place card, menu, or individual flowers.

3.  The linens protect your table and add a touch of class. Linens may include a tablecloth, napkins, and placemats for each setting.

Decorating Your Living Room for Thanksgiving

When decorating for Thanksgiving, you want your living room to be festive and functional. Since Thanksgiving weather usually has a nip in the air, add some extra throw blankets and pillows in seasonal colors and patterns. You can also string up some lights to create a cozy mood while getting a head start on your Christmas decor.

Thanksgiving Decor on a Budget

You may be surprised how easy it is to decorate for Thanksgiving on a budget. First, you can find some excellent deals at thrift and antique stores. Look for Thanksgiving treasurers at several different stores, and don’t be afraid to travel to out-of-town thrift shops.

You can also find great deals on Thanksgiving decorations at Furniture.com. We search through all the available deals to bring you the best ones in one place. Browse for deals by holiday or search for specific pieces to find exactly what you need.