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Thanksgiving Decorations

Thanksgiving decorations are some of the most beautiful decorations of the year. Think of the beautiful falling leaves, orange pumpkins, vibrant cornucopias and colorful apples. Creative tablescapes, Thanksgiving centerpieces and homemade wreaths are a great way to bring the outdoor beauty inside.

Check out or expert tips on Thanksgiving decorations, sure to give your home a festive feel this Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving Tablescape: Mad for Plaid

Mad for PlaidPlaid is a hot trend in fashion and an easy way to bring that fashion statement to your table is with a piece of plaid fabric either used alone, or layered over a solid tablecloth that you use all year. Shopping in a fabric store as oppo...

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Thanksgiving Tablescape: Pear Place Settings

The Finishing Touch - Pear Place SettingsTop your beautiful table with these pear place settings at each guest's seat. Not only will they identify your seating arrangement, they also work for what I call "tabletop art". Find out how to make these pear-fect place settings here!

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Craft a Cornucopia

Turkeys aside, the cornucopia is practically the official mascot of Thanksgiving. Give the turkeys a break this year and decorate your dining table with the beautiful symbol of abundance and sharing. Here's how:...

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A Cosmopolitan Table

A distinctive cosmopolitan table begins with an emphasis on light and with bright colors. Watch as an iridescent plumage of green and turquoise transport your holiday table to a glamorous backdrop for an epicurean evening.

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Creative Thanksgiving Place Card Ideas: Dried Leaf Place Cards

Gather or order (online from Save-on-Crafts) enough large, dried maple leaves for place cards.Either take the leaves to a local calligrapher and have her write the names onto them, or write it on yourself. Keep in mind that if you're writing the name...

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Creative Thanksgiving Place Card Ideas: Gourd Place Cards

Buy enough small gourds and pumpkins so you have one for each guest attending Thanksgiving.Print out a triple-spaced list of all the guests' names in a lovely font on the computer in black or brown ink. Use a car...

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Thanksgiving Tablescape: Elegant White Miniature Pumpkins

White pumpkins, also known as "ghost pumpkins," are an elegant change from the orange variety.Use a tablescape such as this for a formal dinner or a modern look.

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Veggie Fall Arrangements: Butternut Squash

I have many ideas to share when it comes to using fruits and vegetables as containers for flower arrangements. One of my favorites is the butternut squash. The shape and texture of the squash makes it hard to tell at first that it's real and not a ce...

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Veggie Fall Arrangements: Asparagus

The asparagus vase is always a hit! Everybody loves it and it's so easy to make. How To:1. Simply take the rubber band from around a bunch of asparagus and put it around a clear beverage glass. 2. Take a stalk of asparagus and place it between the ru...

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Veggie Fall Arrangements: Artichoke

The artichoke is really a natural vase. Again, using what's in season, I decided to go with dahlias and lavender. Using fresh lavender sprigs as accents make it smell delicious too. Here are some simple steps to follow to create your own artichoke ar...

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Create the Thanksgiving Table

Encourage everyone to get involved in setting up the holiday spread and take pride in creating a beautiful display. Ask kids to contribute to Thanksgiving table decor. Place...

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Fall Vegetable Centerpiece

With fall vegetables and a little creativity, you can create a beautiful blooming centerpiece without a single flower.Supplies: 1 or 2 Wide, low baskets, containers or vases ...

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Thanksgiving Decor: Individual Topiaries

Creating individual topiaries for each guest is a great way to jazz up your table, plus your guests can take them home as party favors. Here I made individual topiaries out of kumquats but you could use mini artichokes, pomegranates, or crab apples. Experiment with all different types of fruits and vegetables. Get creative at the supermarket!

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Last Minute Thanksgiving Decor

LIGHTINGUse lighting that already exists in your home. Put lamps and ceiling lights on a dimmer to set the mood for the party.Â If you have candles of any kind, use them on the table. You can also order candles online from Creative Candles, but make...

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Thanksgiving Decor: Sunflower Topiary

This sunflower topiary is so fresh and fun! You can recreate this with any flower, but I love the way sunflowers look. Bonus: Since sunflowers are so big, you don't have to buy too many like you would with other types of flowers.Arrange this stunning display on the center of your dining table and place candles around it in a circular fashion.

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