The Best Festive DIY Thanksgiving Decorations in 2024

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and it’s time to jump into the holiday spirit with some fun DIY Thanksgiving decorations.

Whether you’re looking to add a personal touch to your holiday decor or keep the kids entertained while you prep for the big feast, there’s something special about handmade decorations.

I love adding creative personalized touches to my Thanksgiving decor, especially my table.

Something I do each year is put together real pumpkin floral arrangements. They’re always so festive and fun, and I try to do them a little differently each year.

So, let’s roll up our sleeves and brainstorm creative ideas that will bring cheer to your Thanksgiving celebration!

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DIY Thanksgiving Decorations- Table Centerpieces

• Consider piecing together a natural and neutral Thanksgiving table.
• Add real candles or battery-powered ones to create warm and the perfect soft lighting, pumpkins, and greenery.
• Add a bright-colored tablecloth or runner or Both to the center of your table.
• Each year, I make centerpieces out of real pumpkins and fresh flowers, and I love the way they turn out. They make such a pretty decoration for our Thanksgiving dinner.

Consider nature-inspired Elements

• Use things you already have from the backyard like fall leaves and branches.
• My neighbor has a big section of pampas grass that she lets me cut each year for various projects and my pumpkin flower centerpieces.
• Bring the outside in with pinecones, acorns, and twigs. Give them new life by spray painting them to match the theme you’ve got going.

Cheap Pumpkin Upgrade

I upgraded some inexpensive medium foam pumpkins with thick yarn to give them a more sophisticated look.

I used medium-sized as well as small pumpkins to switch them up in a beautiful way. I hot glued the thick yarn to the pumpkin and made the stem out of twisted paper brown grocery bags.

Super cute and budget-friendly way to add some Thanksgiving love to your home.

Cheap Pumpkin Upgrade…. 2.0

I also upgraded some small foam pumpkins with Disco Ball tiles.

I’m totally into disco ball decor right now and made disco ball bats for Halloween for my entryway. They came out adorable.

I used the disco ball stickers on my pumpkins and love the sparkle they add to my Thanksgiving decorations.

Fall Centerpiece Ideas for Your Coffee Table

• Create a beautiful fall centerpiece for your coffee table with natural elements and neutral colors.
• Combine candles, pumpkins, and greenery to add texture to your table.
• Keep your centerpiece simple and understated for a cozy and inviting atmosphere.
• Use a vase or container to add a pop of color.
• Group small pumpkins, fall leaves, and dried corn in a wire bowl for an arrangement celebrating autumn.

Wreaths and Garlands

• Create a DIY wreath with fake fall leaves and twinkling fairy lights. I love fairy lights because they’re small but make a big impact.
• Use kraft paper to create a unique garland for your Thanksgiving table.
• Make a turkey wreath for Thanksgiving with a simple DIY project.

Add a Personal Touch to Decorate Your Thanksgiving Table

• Use kraft paper to add a personal touch to your Thanksgiving table with DIY place cards.
• Create a beautiful and unique centerpiece with a focus on family members’ names or photos.
• Your food becomes deco when you serve a delicious Thanksgiving charcuterie board.
• I love the idea of having a paper tablecloth or at least paper and pens nearby for family members to write down things they’re thankful for at the table. It would be sweet to save those cards or paper for future years and look back on them.
• Use a combination of candles, pumpkins, and greenery to add warmth and texture to your table.

Involve the Kids in Creating DIY Thanksgiving Decorations

• Make DIY decor a fun and family-friendly activity with projects like leaf rubbings and pinecone bird feeders.
• Use mini pumpkins and other small natural elements to create a beautiful and unique centerpiece.
• Have the kids paint pumpkins- real or fake to set around the house.

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Conclusion

I hope you’ve found some inspiration for your Thanksgiving crafts!

There’s something truly magical about bringing family and friends together to create handmade decorations that reflect the warmth of the season.

As you gather around the table this year, your DIY creations will not only add a personal touch but start some sweet conversations about the season

So, don’t hesitate to share your craft adventures and favorite projects! Wishing you a holiday filled with creativity, gratitude, and delicious food.

Oh, and enjoy those last few days before your Elf on the Shelf shows up and the shenanigans begin!

Happy crafting, and have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Erica Fox

Hi I’m Erica! TV news anchor and mom to 4 littles. I’m obsessed with creating those “wow” moments in life through crafting at home, cool travel adventures and special celebrations with loved ones. Thanks for joining me on this adventure!