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Roundup: 10 Brilliant Last Minute Thanksgiving Ideas

by on Nov 26, 2013

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Turkey Day is two days away, and if you’re hosting a big thanksgiving dinner, you probably have all the major things covered already. But you may not have thought of some of these genius little details… things that you didn’t know you couldn’t live without!   

Pumpkin pie in a pie plate near slice of pumpkin pie on a plate.

1. Make these free printable pie boxes to send leftovers home with your guests. So fun! [Photo: Studio DIY]

2. Click here to learn how to properly set the table, and download free table setting etiquette cheat sheets for various occasions. [Photo: My Home Ideas]

Terrarium with pumpkin and fall leaves near a bowl with carrot peelings.

3. Check out this Thanksgiving day game plan from Slate… there’s also a pre-designed menu, shopping list and a Spotify playlist. [Photo: Slate]

4. Haven’t thought of a good centerpiece yet? This one is super easy. [Photo: BHG] 

5. Still looking for that last perfect side dish? Here are 14 healthy and delicious side recipes. [Photo: Spark People]

A display of knives and forks.

6. This quick and affordable DIY napkin and place card set will add some sparkle to your Thanksgiving table. [Photo: Radical Possibility]

7. Or try this minimalistic flatware packet. Find out more here. [Photo: A Bird’s Leap]

Preparations for a holiday include labelled platters, table settings, and a craft.

8. Brown kraft paper makes the perfect table runner… just paint any design using india ink. Find out how here. [Photo: Food & Wine] 

9. Spray painted branches make pretty centerpieces for your table too. [Photo: HGTV]

10. The most helpful tip of them all: lay out all of your serving dishes and label them with post-its. This ensures that you have enough platters and bowls for all of your delicious food. Read more about this and other helpful last minute tips here. [Photo: The Bitten Word]

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