easy and fun thanksgiving ideas 2023

Wow. Where did August go? How about September and October? Time slow down because I’m holding on tight, and now it’s almost Thanksgiving. I’ve mentioned it here already, but we decked the halls very quickly the weekend before last because I knew I wouldn’t have time down the line… and if we’re going to that much trouble, I want it up. Purists, douse your angry mob torches and chill with the pilgrim hats. Though I’m spreading a little early Christmas joy doesn’t mean I’m not ready to slow down and be grateful. So today, we thought we’d share some easy and fun Thanksgiving Ideas to help all of us enjoy the season. Whether it’s a place setting, picnic idea, handmade project to keep little hands busy or more… we’ve rounded them all up here today. We’re not here to add stress… just a little fun inspriration.

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Looking for easy? How about this fun tablecsape we did a few years ago {since we didn’t have a table – mid move ;D }

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Still one of my favorite shoots. 

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Check out our thanksgiving tablescape for kids here  in case you want to do a kid’s table.

With more free printables!

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These charcuterie board combos which are great appetizers– perfect for this time of year.

A cheesecake bar for a simple dessert idea 

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A free download for this thankful tree, here!

Thankful trees:

We’ve always been big fans of these. A sculpey clay version + scrapbook paper version + simple box version can all be found here!

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{someone make time stop – she’s fifteen now.} 

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And this one. They were so little. 

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Our metallic fairytale pumpkins {if you did them for Halloween, they double up for Thanksgiving… we use them every year} 


And the rainbow version, here. 

These easy DIY metallic acorns 

Diy no sew pumpkins 

Tips for an easy Thanksgiving tablescape 

And another totally different look for a table, here. 

And this free printable, here!

These fun  fall place cards 

The perfect tailgating game accessory

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Try your hand at your own Pumpkin Spice Coffee recipe

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Festive drink charms

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Pssst: for another fun project with nearly all the same materials, check out our wood slice keychain post here – such a fun gift idea for teachers!

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easy stained glass candle holders – we made them last summer but the cozy factor kind of screams fall. Perfect for a family craft together with house guests and a take-home gift.

These s’mores recipes, are not to be missed! Indoor + outdoor, too. {Free printables included.} 

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As always, let us know if you try any of these. We would love to hear. 

Have an inspired day!

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