Fall has officially fallen on us, which means Thanksgiving is just around the corner! If you’re ready to gobble up some new ideas for this year’s festivities, buckle up! We’ve got 22 eco-friendly DIY Thanksgiving decorations that’ll make your space look so good, your guests will be too busy admiring your decor to notice if the turkey’s a tad overcooked. Let’s dive in!
1. Pinecone Place Card Holders
Rustic and chic, these little pinecones can hold place cards effortlessly. Plus, you’ll have fun foraging for them in your backyard.
2. Leafy Garland
String together colorful leaves to hang around your home. It’s like Mother Nature herself added the finishing touches.
3. Acorn Votives
Hollow out some acorns and insert little candles. Instant ambiance!
4. Twig Centerpiece
A delightful collection of twigs in a vase sets the scene for a perfectly rustic Thanksgiving.
5. Gourd Candle Holders
Carve out the tops of small gourds and pop in some tea lights. Gourds were basically made for this.
6. Homemade Scented Sachets
Fill small fabric bags with dried herbs and spices like cinnamon and cloves. Your home will smell like a fall wonderland.
7. Corn Husk Wreath
Wrap corn husks around a circular frame for a natural and gorgeous wreath.
8. Painted Pumpkin Rocks
Channel your inner artist and paint little rocks to look like pumpkins. They’re zero-maintenance and cute to boot.
9. Apple Votives
Core out the tops of apples and add small votive candles. Your Thanksgiving table just got a sweet makeover!
10. Cinnamon Stick Place Cards
Wrap place cards around fragrant cinnamon sticks for a touch of spice and everything nice.
11. Fabric Scrap Banner
Use leftover bits of fabric to create a charming, multicolored banner. Perfect for draping over windows or doorways.
12. Popcorn Kernel Centerpiece
Fill clear vases with layers of popcorn kernels for a harvest-themed highlight. It’s a-maize-ing!
13. Leaf Stamped Table Runner
Dip leaves in fabric paint and press them onto a plain table runner for a custom and chic look.
14. Cinnamon Ornaments
Mix cinnamon with applesauce to create dough, cut into shapes, and bake. They smell heavenly!
15. Cornucopia of Gratitude
Fill a cornucopia with notes of gratitude from family members. It’s heartwarming décor.
16. Recycled Jar Luminaries
Recycle old jars by filling them with battery-powered fairy lights. It’s eco-friendly magic in a jar!
17. Fabric Pumpkins
Use leftover fabric to fashion cute little pumpkins. These puffed-up beauties are adorable and reusable.
18. Egg Carton Turkeys
Transform egg cartons into quirky turkeys with a bit of paint and glue—kids will love helping with this one.
19. Fallen Branch Candle Holder
Secure fallen branches together to hold slim candles. This rustic, upcycled beauty will wow your guests.
20. Button Corn Cob Coasters
Glue buttons onto felt in the shape of corn cobs for a colorful coaster set.
21. Leaf Pressed Candles
Press pretty leaves onto white candles and secure with some decoupage glue for an earthy touch.
22. Wine Cork Pumpkins
Save those wine corks and arrange them into pumpkin shapes. Drinking wine just became a crafting necessity.
As we wrap up our little journey through eco-friendly Thanksgiving decorations, remember that it’s all about bringing joy and creativity into your home. At homespir, we’re dedicated to inspiring you in the kitchen and beyond. Explore more DIY ideas on homespir.com, follow us on social media, and don’t forget to sign up for our newsletter. Happy decorating!