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Wow. Time slow down, because I’m holding on tight, and now it’s almost Thanksgiving. I started the great migration to get all our Christmas stuff out on Sunday, which is a workout alone, then decided maybe I should rest instead. So then I attempted yesterday, and ended up in Clark Griswold mode when I found a giant Tupperware bin of sentimental baby clothes, with a severe case of nostalgia and undiagnosed ADHD. The older I get, the more I enjoy a little {attempted} early Christmas joy. But there’s just something about Thanksgiving that’s really special. So today, we thought we’d share some easy and fun Thanksgiving Ideas to help us all 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 inspiration. And maybe some avoidance in the form of memories, too. 

1. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: Outdoor Tablescape
Looking for easy? How about this fun table setup we did a few years ago {since we didn’t have a table – mid move ;D }

Still one of my favorite shoots. 

2. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: Table for Kids
Check out our thanksgiving tablescape for kids here  in case you want to do a kid’s table. With more free printables!

3. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: Charcuterie Board Inspiration
These charcuterie board combos which are great appetizers– perfect for this time of year.

4. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: A Cheesecake Bar!
A cheesecake bar for a simple dessert idea – yes please. 

5. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: Thankful Trees
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!

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

And this one. They were so little. 

6. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: Metallic Fairytale Pumpkins
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. 

7. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: Metallic Acorns
These easy DIY metallic acorns make such a fun addition to any space! They’re simple to make, too. 

8. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: No Sew Pumpkins
Diy no sew pumpkins – these great pumpkins for a soft appeal!

9. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: Metallic Marbelized Pumpkins
And these ideas here! – a fresh creation from this year. 

10. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: Tips for an Easy Thanksgiving Tablescape
Tips for an easy Thanksgiving tablescape 

And another totally different look for a table, here. 

11. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: Placecard Ideas
And this free printable, here!

These fun  fall place cards 

12. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: Friendsgiving Tablescape
This fun take on friendsgiving

13. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: Tailgating Ideas!
The perfect tailgating game accessory

14. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: These Fun Mugs + A Pumpkin Spice Recipe
Try your hand at your own Pumpkin Spice Coffee recipe

15. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: DIY Acorn Wreath
This easy, diy fall acorn wreath

16. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: This Yummy Recipe
This dark chocolate sea salt caramel apple recipe – trust me on this one

17. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: Stained Glass Candle Holders {without the required knowledge!} 
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.

18. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: Indoor S’mores Recipes!
These s’mores recipes, are not to be missed! Indoor + outdoor, too. {Free printables included.} 

29. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: A camper Party
And why not have s’mores … at a camper party? How-to for this DIY picnic table, here. 

29. Fun Thanksgiving Ideas: Fun Recipes
Some of our favorite recipes, here!

As always, let us know if you try any of these. We would love to hear. Have an inspired day!