27 Easy DIY Thanksgiving Decorations for Your Home
Are you thinking about Thanksgiving preparations? We may think of dressing the turkey, but we also want to dress up our homes for the holiday. I’ve gathered 27 easy Thanksgiving DIY decorations you can choose from.
Thanksgiving may last one day, but the season begins on November 1st, and it takes a good deal of preparation. I love decorating for Thanksgiving almost as much as I love decorating for Christmas, and a handmade Thanksgiving decoration is one of the best ways to bring thankfulness and gratitude into your home.
That’s why I’ve gathered 27 easy DIY Thanksgiving decorations to choose from: a combination of 23 favorite projects from talented fellow bloggers, plus four of my own Thanksgiving crafts from Bluesky at Home. You’ll find options to fit every style and skill level, so you can pick the homemade Thanksgiving decoration you’d like to make first.
Several of these DIY decorations work as fall decor before Thanksgiving, so they can last from October through Thanksgiving. If transitioning from fall to Thanksgiving is a challenge, but sure to read my post How to Transition from Fall to Thanksgiving Ideas. There’s a FREE Printable Guide included.
Before I start making a new DIY project for a holiday or event, I first have to get inspired. I love to search online and in magazines for holiday ideas. That means scrolling through Pinterest.
Do you need some ideas for creating decor in your home for Thanksgiving? Then join me as I show you fun Thanksgiving DIY decorating ideas to get you in the mood to celebrate our most iconic holiday.
DIY Thanksgiving Decoration Projects: 27 Fun Craft Ideas
These Thanksgiving DIY ideas come from my curated Pinterest search. You can see more holiday ideas on these Pinterest Boards:
Enjoy them all.
Fun and Colorful DIY Confetti Turkey
Kelly of Studio DIY shows you how to make the cutest turkey decoration. This is one that the kids will love – and the grown-ups, too.
Soda Can DIY Turkey Project
Kim of KimspiredDIY shares this simple turkey soda can DIY for a Thanksgiving table.
Thanksgiving Wall Hanging
Morgan and Sean of Charleston Crafted have created an easy Thanksgiving decorative art craft that serves two purposes: decor and thankfulness.
Dollar Tree Turkey Wall Art
We all love Dollar Tree as a great resource for decorating supplies. Barb of The Shabby Tree used supplies she found at Dollar Tree to make this easy Thanksgiving wall hanging.
How to Create A Gratitude Pumpkin
Passion 4 Savings shows off the simplest Thanksgiving DIY project: a pumpkin that lets your friends and family share what they are thankful for.
What a Creative Idea for a Wine Chiller
Lindsay of Everyday Dishes shares the most unique way to chill a bottle of wine for your Thanksgiving dinner.
Easy Thanksgiving Napkin Ring Project
Napkin rings add a sweet addition to any Thanksgiving table. Brandie of Home Cooking Memories shares this simple table idea.
Easiest Table Centerpiece with a Log and Lights
Jenna Burger shares the easiest centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table or living decor. See how to use a small log to make a pretty lighted centerpiece.
Fun Kids’ Tablescape
Hallmark shares the cutest DIY Thanksgiving craft table for all the kiddos at your holiday celebration. These ideas will keep the kids happy and entertained.
Mini-Copper Pumpkins
Kathy of Up to Date Interiors shares a stunning mini-pumpkin makeover. You won’t believe the transformation. If you love a metallic look for your Thanksgiving decor, this is a great project to try.
Funky Fun Turkey Wreath for the Kids
If you want to make a decoration for your kids that they will think is fun, try this turkey wreath from Haeley of Design Improvised. It’s a simple project that kids and adults can work on together thanks to a couple of peel-and-stick turkey craft kits.
Craft Paper Napkin Rings
If you like a casual, rustic look for your Thanksgiving table, you will love these napkin rings using craft paper. Shannon of Handmade Lovely shows you different ways to make them, using different available tools, such as a Cricut or your printer.
Pumpkin Pie Banner
What’s Thanksgiving without pie? How about one that is calorie-free?
This project from Martha Stewart (no introduction needed) is too cute for words. I love making banners for any holiday and this Thanksgiving pie banner has just the right amount of whimsy.
Thankful Banner
This Thanksgiving Banner says it all. I love the letters and layering that Monica of East Coast Creative created.
Dollar Tree Pumpkin Centerpiece
If you need a new Thanksgiving centerpiece that is Dollar Tree-inexpensive and easy to make, this one from A Pumpkin and a Princess should be on your list to try.
Wheat Bundle Thanksgiving Centerpiece
When I see DIY projects that use supplies I already have and look pretty, I am immediately drawn to them. That was the case with this wheat bundle centerpiece from Trish at Uncommon Designs. I later made my own using this one as inspiration.
Turkey Lollipops
If you have kids or grandkids around your Thanksgiving table, it’s nice to have something just for them. This turkey lollipop DIY project from Michelle at Crafty Morning will keep the kids occupied and add a cute touch of “turkiness” to your Thanksgiving decorations.
Simple Paper Table Runner
This step-by-step tablescape from The Kitchn begins with a simple paper table runner, but doesn’t end there. For a minimal look with maximum style, check out the full Thanksgiving tablescape.
Yarn Pumpkin Garland
This yarn pumpkin garland from Haeley at Design Improvised may be the cutest and the easiest ever. I bet kids could make it. With just a few ingredients, you will have a darling Thanksgiving garland in no time.
Thankful Napkin Rings
Trish of Uncommon Designs shows you how to make the sweetest napkin rings for your Thanksgiving dinner with simple ingredients.
Turn a Pumpkin into a Turkey
Can you turn a pumpkin into a turkey? Kim of Salvaged Living shares this fun project. If you like to work with wood and tools, this one is for you.
Lovely Leaf Place Card for Thanksgiving Dinner
Place cards add a touch of elegance to any occasion, and since Thanksgiving is often the most festive of the year, it deserves a lovely place card – but it doesn’t have to cost a penny. Stephanie of Returning Grace shares how to dress up your Thanksgiving table with this pretty leaf design.
More Thanksgiving DIY Decorating Ideas for You
I had to share a few more Thanksgiving DIY decorations from my own collection. CLICK on the title to access these DIY Thanksgiving projects.
24 – DIY Turkey Place Cards
25 – Grateful and Thankful Thanksgiving Napkin Rings
26 – 5 Easy Steps to a Thanksgiving Wreath
27 – Grateful Thanksgiving Word Sign
Let me know what you think of these Thanksgiving DIY decorating ideas for your home. Which ones were your favorites? I hope that you’ll PIN this collection of 27 DIY Thanksgiving decorating ideas.
While you’re getting ready for Thanksgiving, if you have a hutch or china cabinet, don’t forget to look at these simple Thanksgiving hutch decorating ideas, too.
Visit my Pinterest Board – Thanksgiving DIY Ideas and follow for more ideas.
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In between writing posts, listening to podcasts, reading, doing various blogging tasks, and walking Nola, I’ll be browsing away.
