60 Easy Thanksgiving Decorating Ideas You Can DIY in 2024

Need a last-minute Thanksgiving centerpiece? Head out to your backyard and snip off a few branches of fall leaves. Arrange them in your favorite vase and you’ve got a lovely fall arrangement for your table, buffet, or mantel.

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Repurpose those kitchen colanders into a stacked centerpiece. Place floral foam in between to give them space and then fill them with mini pumpkins and berry sprays for a unique and rustic look.

Autumnal floral arrangements are all about deep colors and pretty dried grasses. Place this bouquet of roses, ranunculus, and hydrangeas in a rustic pitcher for the most gorgeous centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table.

For an alternative fall floral arrangement, consider trying a harvest box filled with fall flowers, eucalyptus, milkweed, and dried corn. A wooden box makes the perfect farmhouse-chic container which you can use year after year.

A butternut squash also makes a gorgeous natural planter when turned on its side. Fill it with brightly hued carnations, delphinium, alstroemeria, and button mums for an unexpected Thanksgiving color palette.

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Take your mini pumpkin décor to the next level by carving them out and filling them with cute little succulents and cheerful yellow billy buttons. We love the idea of grouping a few pumpkin planters together on a wood slice for the most perfect fall centerpiece.

Using faux frosted eucalyptus, ribbon, and a pre-made grateful sign, this easy wreath comes together very quickly. Attaching it to a tobacco basket adds warmth and texture.

Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.

Yes, you can create your own Thanksgiving napkins and glassware. All you need to do is print and cutout decals with your cutting machine and attach them! They add such subtle yet stunning details to your table.

Get the tutorial at Lia Griffith.

Get in the true spirit of the holiday with this pretty “Give Thanks” banner. You can opt for a neutral white, ivory, and gold color scheme like this or go with any hues you prefer.

Get the tutorial at Polkadot Chair.

Bring new life to the walls of your home with one of these DIY signs. The entire project is so easy because you can grab a free printable! Then go with a simple, modern frame or try something totally different depending on your decor.

Get the tutorial at Alice and Lois.

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Add a subtle splash of color to you Thanksgiving table decor by wrapping stems of wheat with colorful embroidery thread. This bouquet is that it’s neutral enough to keep out all season long, too!

Get the tutorial at Inspired by Charm.

Inspired by the beloved Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade, this project is perfect for decorating the kids table. A printable cityscape makes it easy to pull off. Then just add balloons and you’ll be all set!

Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.

Feeling filled with gratitude this year? Let it show with this pretty embroidery hoop art featuring the word “thankful” surrounded by a wreath of colorful leaves.

Get the tutorial at Polkadot Chair.

This tutorial cleverly shows you how to use holiday window clings to create this easy welcome sign and a few other festive decorations. So genius!

Get the tutorial at Average But Inspired.

An extraordinary Thanksgiving tablescape calls for extraordinary lighting! Neutral taper candles will shine brighter than ever when you dress them up with colorful, textured spots of beeswax.

Get the tutorial at Inspired by Charm.

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When it comes to countdown calendars, why should Christmas have all the fun? Bring the magic to Thanksgiving with this festive calendar. Fill each of the pretty patterned pockets with little Thanksgiving-themed treats to make the month of November even more fun.

Get the tutorial at Polkadot Chair.

Fresh cranberries can turn into such beautiful décor. Drape this easy DIY garland across your mantel before Thanksgiving and leave it up all holiday season for the craft that keeps on giving.

Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.

Bring a little bit of the outside in this Thanksgiving by creating this 3D art using gathered acorns and a framed picture mat. It’s subtle, yet so festive.

Get the tutorial at Delia Creates.

For an unexpected take on a classic Thanksgiving symbol, craft this colorful origami cornucopia. The rainbow of fruits and vegetables will last well after dinner is complete!

Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.

This beautiful embroidery hoop decoration doubles as a Thanksgiving activity for the whole family! Once you’re done crafting, invite your family members to write the things that they’re thankful for on popsicle sticks and add them to the hoop. It’s a great way for everyone to express their gratitude this holiday season.

Get the tutorial at Average But Inspired.

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