Creative Placecards

Although we will not be hosting our family Thanksgiving meal this year, it’s normally my favorite holiday to plan.  Because of me being gimpy this year (AKA – broken leg), my wonderful in-laws are having over the Sutherlin gang.

To me Thanksgiving is first and for-most about what we are thankful for, but then bring on the turkey and all of the fixn’s.  When I set a Thanksgiving table I like everyone one of my guests to feel special.   In the past this has involved printed menus and placecards.  It’s really the only holiday that revolves around the food, so why not honor that and go all out!

Below are a few examples of some creative placecards . . .

Here (above) is a very simple, and inexpensive option.  What you will need; a can of gold spray paint, a few fresh leaves from the yard (the leaves that are “crispy” will not hold up with spray paint), and a Sharpie Pen.  I might also use some spray glitter which would look fantastic with some candlelight.

For my coastal living friends here is a great option.   You can get these small little starfish at any craft store.

I must admit this is a favorite option because you get a lot of bang for your buck!  Print out these placecards on your computer, punch in a couple holes and bring in some clippings of rosemary and place in the holes.  Right before everyone takes a set a the table brush a few of the branches of rosemary and that beautiful aroma will fill the room.

Here (above) we have a “2-fir” (get that holiday suggestion – hah, hah), a menu and placecard in one.

Annnnnnnnnnnnnnd it gets better, we have a “3-fir” (insert smile),  a favor, placecard and menu all in one.  I personally love this option because once again you get a lot of bang for your buck.

One strong suggestion regarding placecards, always, always, always, have a few printed up that are extra.  I’ve always encouraged our family to bring any friends over for this holiday meal but sometimes it happens at the last minute.  You want that guest to feel just as important as everyone else at your holiday table.

I would love to hear and see how all of you set your table.  When you get a chance drop me a picture and/or note letting me know how you decorate your table for Thanksgiving.

 

 

 

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