08 Nov Creating an Inviting Dining Room Space for Thanksgiving

Are you hosting Thanksgiving in your home this year? Here are four tips to creating the ultimate setting for a warm and inviting Thanksgiving day meal.

Decorate the table.

Your dining room table should of course feature ample room seating all of your guests and for placing all of your Thanksgiving serving dishes, but a Thanksgiving themed centerpiece is what will truly complete your table. How you decorate your dining room table will depend on how big your dining room table is, what shape it is, and how much space you can afford. Some opt for an elegant table runner with fall florals and candles scattered throughout, while others create a more focused centerpiece with, say, a basket or large space. Put together something festive that coordinates well with your interior decor.

Focus on your table settings.

If ever there is a time to pay special attention to detail when setting the table, it’s at Thanksgiving. Be sure to pay extra close attention to detail as you set the table, following standard rules of etiquette for dish, glass, napkin, and silverware placement. Personalized place cards make for an excellent added touch.