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In this article, we’re offering you on a platter ideas for some of the best cheap DIY Thanksgiving decorations and, of course, step-by-step instructions on how to make them.
Turkey’s in the oven, everybody’s gathered around the table, and the fire’s a-burning in the hearth. Seems like the perfect Thanksgiving minus one tiny detail – decorations. A Thanksgiving without seasonal-inspired deco is like Halloween without assorted trick-or-treat candy.
However, like any celebration that calls for extra décor, your preparations for Turkey Day could cost you a pretty penny. But worry not, as we can help you with that! Let's see, what the first of many cheap DIY Thanksgiving decorations you can make?
1
The Thankful Tree
As its name suggests, this is a time to give ‘thanks’ for another year’s bounty and for friends and family. What better way to do this than by making your own thankful tree, complete with virtues to live by? It’s super easy to make, and it's the sort of project you can do with your whole family. You only need a handful of supplies – the kind you can get by visiting your local arts and crafts shop.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Location: Living room (but can also work in the dining room as a centerpiece)
Time Estimate: 40 to 90 minutes
List of materials: Small branch; Wood slices; Chalk paint; Chalk; Glass jar; Nuts; Ribbons; Scissors; Hand drill
How to Make a Thankful Tree?
Empty the assorted nuts bag in the glass jar and give it a good shake to mix them.
Plant the small branch in a jar, pot, or any recipient of your liking.
Put some chalk paint on the wood slices and allow them to dry.
Then, drill a hole in the upper part of the wood slices.
Attach strings to each wood slice (you can use a single color, a 2-combination, or multicolored ribbons too)
Write virtues on each of the wood slices.
Then place the branch in its spot and hang the wood slices from it.
2
Pumpkin Vase
This is a simple and inspiring Thanksgiving project that will really bring out that festive spirit. There’s nothing compared to that cozy feeling you get when you see a bountiful Thanksgiving table with an appealing décor. Easy to make, eye-pleasing, and children-friendly, you can rely on a pumpkin vase.
Difficulty: Very easy
Location: Living room, dining room, any room with a table or shelf in the house
Time Estimate: Around 30 minutes
List of materials: Vase; Wildflowers; Pumpkin; Carving knife; Spoon (the bigger, the better in this case)
How to Make a Pumpkin Vase?
Take your carving knife and remove the top part of your pumpkin. Be sure to make the cut large enough to fit the vase.
Empty the pumpkin’s contents with a spoon. (You should do this in the kitchen or outside, as it can get really messy)
Fit the vase inside of the pumpkin.
Decorate with wildflowers and place on the table.
Besides being cheap, pumpkin vases are also extremely easy DIY Thanksgiving decorations that can also save you the trouble of having to plan how to decorate your home for Thanksgiving.
3
Thanksgiving Corn Wreath
Because corn has always been associated with Thanksgiving, a corn wreath’s the best way to go if you’re looking for cheap DIY Thanksgiving decorations. Note that this is not quite your typical holiday-inspired project as you’ll probably have to go do some shopping before you begin.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Location: Front door, living room, any place where you can hang it
Time Estimate: 60 to 90 minutes
List of materials: Corn husks; Feathers; Hot glue gun; Brush; Glitter; Wreath form; String; Knife
Corn Husks How To's:
Take the corn husks (either out of the package or from where you left them dry). Rip them into smaller pieces (a couple of inches will do). Save some big ones for later.
Place two small corn husks on your work table with a feather on top.
Mix the glitter and apply it to the feather using your brush. (You can also glitter-paint the husks)
Using your hot glue gun, start attaching the husks to the wreath form.
You can add feathers and glitter husks too.
Punch hole in upper part of the wreath with your knife.
Attach a string and hang on the door.
You can easily use corn to make DIY Thanksgiving door wreaths for all the entries in your house or even outside it, for your front door.
4
Paper Pumpkin Centerpiece
Yet another cute idea, this little paper mâché Thanksgiving project that will definitely give you table a festive air. What’s even more delightful about the project is that you can use decorative paper or repurpose old books. Just follow these instructions to get another great, cheap DIY Turkey Day deco.
Difficulty: Easy
Location: Living room or dining room
Time Estimate: 40 to 90 minutes
List of materials: Decorative paper (ten of them should be more than enough); Scissors; Paper Glue; Masking tape; One sheet of crepe paper; Pumpkin Template; Paper clips
How to Make Paper Pumpkin Centerpieces?
Print the pumpkin template(s) that you most like.
Stack the decorative paper sheets.
Place the template on top and secure it in place with tape.
Use the scissors to cut out the pumpkin shape.
Take the pumpkin-shaped stack and cut it in half.
Stack the pumpkin halves.
Glue along the folding side and secure with paper clips. Leave them enough time to dry.
Remove paper clips and fan out the pumpkin (use glue to secure it in place)
Cut out a rectangle from crepe paper and fold and twist it to create the stem.
Apply the stem on the pumpkin using tape.
5
Acorn Tree Thanksgiving Centerpiece
Autumn, nature, and Thanksgiving are the perfect combo. So, if you’re in need of a great-looking centerpiece for your table, then this is the project for you.
Note, though, that you ’ll need to head out to the park to gather some supplies for this project. You can make many cheap DIY Thanksgiving decorations by using what Nature has to offer, and this is a great one to get you started!
Difficulty: Easy
Location: Living room or dining room
Time Estimate: 60 to 90 minutes
List of materials: Old sweater; Ceramic or metal plant pots; Assorted pebbles; Small branches; Acorns; Small red leaves; Pine cones; Scissors; Glue
How to Make an Acorn Tree?
Take the scissors to an old sweater and cut one sleeve.
Then use this sleeve to cover the pot, and secure it in place using glue.
Put assorted pebbles in the pot and then give it a good stir.
Insert branches in the pebbles.
Glue acorns, leaves, and cones to the branches, and make them as festive as you want.
6
Lovely Lantern Centerpiece
An old village lantern resting on your table with a little wreath around it is the perfect décor for the upcoming holiday. For this project, you’ll need to head to a flea market for supplies or a diverse arts and crafts shop.
Difficulty: Very easy
Location: Living room or dining room
Time Estimate: 20 to 30 minutes
List of materials: Lantern; Candle; Evergreen boughs
How to Make a Lantern Centerpiece?
Take a lantern, wash it carefully, and let it dry completely.
Wrap evergreen boughs around the lantern.
Place a candle inside the lantern, light it, and it's all set and done. You've now got a lovely centerpiece!
The Decor is Done, the Turkey All Cooked?
Thanksgiving should be more about family and close friends and less about worrying that you don't have a budget for decorating. These simple and cheap DIY Thanksgiving decorations are everything you’ll need to set up a cozy décor and celebrate Thanksgiving!
