Have some fun with this hosting chore, and your holiday table will be one for the record books.

Take notes fromEmily Henderson Designand start with basic white dishware, then add contrast with dark napkins.

Inspired by those gilded gourds?

Thanksgiving Table Setting Julie Blanner

Photography by Sara-Ligorria Tramp; Design by Emily Henderson Design

Get the look by upgrading the pumpkins you have left over from Halloween with some gold craft paint.

Or order some of Terrain’s ceramic pumpkin planters so they can be used year after year.

Hanging lights or lanterns, plus plenty of pillows and throw blankets, create a cozy environment.

Thanksgiving Table Decor by Emily Henderson

Photography by Sara-Ligorria Tramp; Design by Emily Henderson Design

For a nature-inspired Thanksgiving table setting, LeAnne ofThe Indie Homeforaged berry branches from the backyard.

Look for rich colors, like eggplant, and interesting textures, like artichokes.

Bonus: you’ll have plenty of vegetables to cook with the following week.

Thanksgiving Table Decor Ideas, Outdoor table with mums

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Forgo napkin rings and knot your linens instead to reinforce the relaxed vibe.

Let printed menus and place cards emphasize the formality of the setup.

The rich jewel tones combined with copper flatware and warm wooden candleholders make the rainbow setup feel more adult.

Thanksgiving Table Setting Pumpkin Vase with flowers

Terrain

To make this vibrant runner,Oh Happy Dayprimed the pumpkins before brushing on bold paint.

Whichever colors you choose, matching paper napkins will help create a cohesive look.

To complete the rustic-yet-modern style, large wood slices hold the pumpkins that serve as Thanksgiving centerpieces.

Thanksgiving Picnic on Porch

Maui Luxe Picnics

Plus, it’s proof that kids Thanksgiving table decorations don’t have to be too kitschy.

Naturally Glam Thanksgiving Table Decor

What’s the trick toKelley Nan’s effortlessly charming table setting?

Start with a store-bought garland, then add in extras, like pumpkins and candlesticks.

Thanksgiving Table Decor Ideas, Foraged berry branch

The Indie Home

Once topped with decorative gourds, the greenery looks like it was made for autumn.

Try this at home by painting some pumpkins pink, or a deep shade of purple.

Then emphasize the unexpected color by pairing it with matching placemats or linens.

Wood table with natural decor

ADDIE JUELL, PROP STYLING BY GLEN PROEBSTEL

The soft gray is the perfect backdrop for bright persimmons and pomegranates.

And those chambray-style rolled napkins?

They’re actually a pair of old jeans, repurposed into DIY napkins followingthis easy tutorial.

Classic Thanksgiving table with blue plate and silver accents

ADDIE JUELL, PROP STYLING BY GLEN PROEBSTEL

Another inexpensive trick is to bring in colored glassware found at thrift stores.

The light reflecting through the glass will make the entire table feel more colorful.

Branches and apples are displayed along the table on a simple muslin runner.

Colorful Thanksgiving table decor, napkins on white plates

ADDIE JUELL, PROP STYLING BY GLEN PROEBSTEL

Vintage-looking brass candlesticks add a little bit of understated sparkle.

A Sophisticated Gilded Table Scape

The magic of gold paint never ceases to amaze.

And it certainly doesn’t disappoint in this elegant table setting fromLiving With Landyn.

Modern black and white table setting

ADDIE JUELL, PROP STYLING BY GLEN PROEBSTEL

(Visit the blog to get the complete how-tos for the painted pumpkins.)

The contrast of the eye-catching color and natural chargers adds to the visual interest of the table.

These touches come courtesy of Mother Nature, so you don’t have to pay a penny.

A Modern Table Setting (That Is Also Disposable)

Sugar & Cloth for Amazon

Those jars you’ve been meaning to recycle or upcycle?

Incorporate them into the centerpiece.

Varying heights add visual interest to the table.

A Colorful Ombre Pumpkin Runner

Oh Happy Day

Modern and Natural

Instead of a traditional centerpiece or fall flowers, opt for on-trend air plants.

Keep the rest of your Thanksgiving table decor simple with white china, metallic silverware, and subtly-patterned napkins.

Decorating your Thanksgiving table for less is doable, you just need some creativity.

Plaid scarf as Thanksgiving table runner

Ashley Thurman for Cherished Bliss

Use the bounty of fall as inspiration.

The end result is a whimsical and playful table.

Blue Palette Table

Need some easy Thanksgiving tablescape ideas?

Creative Thanksgiving Kids’ Table

Lia Griffith

Look no further than this budget-friendly one from the bloggers atInspired By This.

Twinkly Centerpiece

Lighting can really elevate simple Thanksgiving tablescapes, whether you use candles or actual lights.

She illuminated the whole vignette with tiny twinkly lights, which give off a soft, cozy glow.

A Simple, Natural Table Setting

Colleen Pastoor for Lemon Thistle

Unexpected Colors

Shades of reds and pink make for the prettiest Thanksgiving tablescape.

This idea can work with just about any favorite hue, like blues or greens.

It’s extremely customizable, too.

Naturally Glam Thanksgiving Table Decor

Kelley Nan

She spray-painted some of the blooms to match a beautiful plate from Anthropologie that inspired the whole look.

Farmhouse Table

The secret to a luxe, elegant tablescape?

Layering with lush textures and natural accents.

Vibrant Modern Table Setting

It All Started With Paint

Grab a flat sheet from the linen closet to use as a tablecloth.

Add small potted plants and bowls of seasonal produce as centerpieces.

Finish the look with decorative objects stolen from your bookshelves.

Traditional Thanksgiving Table Setting

Home Is Where the Boat Is

Trinket dishes are the ideal size for little nibbles.

(Look for the words food safe on the bottom.)

Power-Clash

Maximalism is officially athing.

Minimalist DIY Thanksgiving Decor

Amelia Lawrence for Paper & Stitch

Glass plates add a hint of color without introducing yet another pattern.

FYI, this pretty tablecloth is actually just a few yards of fabric!

White Plate Special

Yes, you could use your white dinnerware on your holiday table!

Dark and Dramatic Thanksgiving Decor

Gwen Hefner for The Makerista

Add autumnal textiles and colored glasses to bring the cozy seasonal vibes.

Go for a rich, solid-colored tablecloth and the place tweaks will really pop.

A rechargeable table lamp brightens the spaceandhelps people see what theyre eating.

Foraged Table

The Merrythought

Some other styling tips and suggestions?

She bought candles and flowers, but DIY’ed the fringe table runner, centerpiece, and wreath.

The glasses and candlestick holders are thrift store finds.

A Sophisticated Gilded Table Scape

Living With Landyn

The reason for this?

She says the key to making artificial fruit or flowers look more realistic is to combine them with real!

Plus, the pears in this situation add subtle hints of color that complement the gold tones.

Naturally Beautiful Thanksgiving Table

Gloribell Lebron for Know How She Does It

The ultra-appropriate “Give Thanks” salad plates were a lucky score from HomeGoods.

(Shiny, warm copper just screams autumn!)

To enhance her display, she added fresh fruits like persimmons, pears, and pomegranates.

Stunning Fall Foliage Centerpiece

Cassandra LaValle for Coco Kelley

A Moody Modern Thanksgiving Table

Lauren Saylor for Minted

A Lush Flower-Filled Centerpiece

Christina Stembel for Farmgirl Flowers

Country-Inspired Table

AKA Design

Mix-and-Match Table Decor

Jennifer Chong

Gilded Centerpiece

Studio DIY

Minimalist and Colorful

Delineate Your Dwelling

Modern and Natural

Lovely Indeed

Inexpensive Thanksgiving Table Decor

Design Improvised

Simple and Natural Table

In Love with a House

Black and White Table

patterns and prosecco

A Splash of Color

Woman in Real Life

Blue Palette Table

Inspired by This

Twinkly Centerpiece

jojotastic

Unexpected Colors table setting

A Bubbly Life

DIY Faux Floral Table Runner

Proper

Farmhouse Table

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Tabletop

Murray Hall; Styling by Carla Gonzalez-Hart

Power clashing

Murray Hall; Styling by Carla Gonzalez-Hart

White Plate

Murray Hall; Styling by Carla Gonzalez-Hart

Garland

Kristi Murphy of kristimurphydiy

Pumpkin and candlesticks

Anne Collins of ginghamandbows

Dinner table

Ashley Ross of @ashwisdom

Pears

Sheila Irwin of @MaisondeCinq

Mini pumpkins

Casa de Perrin

Eucalyptus runner

Beth Light of 1111lightlane.com

Hammered copper vases

Beth Light of 1111lightlane.com