9 Unique Friendsgiving Decorations You Can Make or Buy
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Friendsgiving decor ranges from warm and cozy to subtle and chic. Friendsgiving decor centers on natural autumn foliage, warm textures, and cozy colors.
If you’re aiming for a more elevated look, lean into candlelight and lots of florals. If you want to make your Friendsgiving feel like a night at home, opt for elements that blend your personal style with homemade touches.
The nature of Friendsgiving decor means that many elements are easy to make yourself with some easy tutorials. Still, if you aren’t a DIYer, you can also let someone else do the heavy lifting and purchase a well-made alternative.
These are some Friendsgiving decor ideas that you can either make yourself or purchase to create an inviting Friendsgiving dinner.
1. Gorgeous HAND-PAINTED Banner
Set up a projector and grab some paint pens, paint, and brushes to create a gorgeous banner that matches your theme and decor. If you aren’t sure of your skills, you can also purchase a fully customizable option! You can place it in the perfect photo-op space for your friends to enjoy.
2. Autumnal Place Cards
These adorable 3D watercolor place cards can be printed, hand-painted with watercolors, or purchased. They are completely customizable; you can change the vegetable and/or the color scheme to fit your tablescape better.
3. Dried Flower Bouquet
Grab this gorgeous dried flower bouquet for an amazing Autumnal floral option on your table or create your own with dried florals of your choice! You can purchase an assortment of dried florals in various shapes and colors and create multiple autumnal bouquets that you do not have to water!
4. Name wine charm
You can use these adorable name wine charms to distinguish drinks, as placecards on your dinner table, and as a cute gift for friends to take home. A written template, some craft wire and jewelry pliers are all you need!
5. Twisted Taper Candles
Purchase these gorgeous candles and place them throughout your space. If you can’t find an assortment in your preferred colors you can purchase taper candles in your color scheme, soak them in warm water to soften, and twist them to your liking.
6. Orange Slice Place Cards
These dried orange slices can have multiple uses, like these adorable place cards. A few materials like orange slices, fasteners, and translucent paper and a little time is all it takes to make these. If you opt to create the dried orange slices yourself, you can have Friendsgivng decor, bar garnishes, or oranges for a simmer pot.
7. Pumpkin Felt Garland
These adorable pumpkins on a string make a cutesy, and cozy garland. Don’t let them intimidate you, these oranges are quite easy to make with an easy tutorial. However, if you don’t have the time, you can always purchase them and hang them on your mantel, your dining table, above the door, or even around the bathroom mirror.
8. Wheat Bundles
These mini wheat bundles are perfect for decorating the table or hanging on wine glasses. Get creative with them. And if you want them to be larger or smaller, opt for pre-dried wheat and create your own bundles!
9. DIY Banner
Nothings says Friendsgiving decoration like a giant banner, perfect for a photo backdrop or additional decor. Some fabric and iron-on letters let you can customize the banner to your preferred font and colors. This banner is perfect for more casual vibes, or an outdoor Friendsgiving bonfire with a camp vibe.
Aside from your decor, the sucessful way to host friendsgiving is to focus on the elements that encourage community and converstion. Things like this Apple Cider Bar which allows you a creative way to serve food and drinks, while giving your guests something to do and to talk about, are essential.
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Don’t forget to get creative with your friendsgiving decorations, you can find more inspiration on my Pinterest board here!
Courtnee is a historian turned recipe developer and food blogger passionate about all things eating and entertaining!
A Place To Bake was created out of the desire to have a place that simplifies cooking, baking, and hosting; I do the heavy lifting, you don't have to to lift a finger!
