35 DIY Thanksgiving Place Cards to Make Your Tablescape Special

Can you be-leaf how pretty this place setting is? It even features Ree's favorite flower: a dahlia! To make your table look similar, you can print out the leaf place cards then attach them to faux flowers. This blogger even made the template editable so you can type in the names of your guests!

Get the tutorial at Lia Griffith.

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It's not as hard as it seems to craft this autumnal accent for your table. Grab a few pieces of cardstock in graduated colors, then slip them into foam frames. Make your own stamp or find one at a local craft store to decorate the front.

Get the tutorial at Mad in Crafts.

The country charm of this "chalkboard" place card is calling our names. You can do it yourself using black card stock and a paint pen. After the card is made, hot glue two small branches together to hold it. Finish it off with a sprig of thyme and you've got yourself a tablescape that's fit for Drummond ranch.

Get the tutorial at Love Grows Wild.

Here's one that counts as both a place card and a Thanksgiving activity! Write the name of each guest on the top line, then leave the rest blank so they can jot down what they're thankful for. During dinner, you can go around and have everyone read their answers!

Get the tutorial at Almost Makes Perfect.

For those who prefer an old-timey feel for their Thanksgiving feast, these place cards are right up your alley. Along with the fabric of your choice, you'll need a few other things like cardstock and fabric glue. If you really want to get creative, use a different festive fabric for each guest.

Get the tutorial at Craftaholics Anonymous.

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Check out these turkey friends that are guaranteed to delight everyone from the kiddos to the adults. The napkin fold is incredibly easy, and you can write your guests' names on the turkeys' bellies!

Get the tutorial at The Homes I have Made.

Nothing says Thanksgiving like pumpkins! Using materials you can find in your own craft room or at a local store, you can follow these easy steps to recreate some gourd-geous 3D name cards.

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If you need to save some time, just buy pre-made place cards like these banners, then write the names of your guests on each one using a metallic marker. Easy and elegant!

Get the tutorial at Randi Garrett Design.

Aren't these mini wreaths just so fitting for the season? To make them, hot glue pieces of bunny tail grass together, then assemble them by topping a cloth napkin with the finished craft along with a slip of paper with names.

Get the tutorial at Spoon Fork Bacon.

So you’ve created a beautiful Thanksgiving tablescape, and everything is cooking, but suddenly you realize—you forgot the place cards! Thankfully, there's no need to fret. You just need straws to make these simple, leafy flag place cards.

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Trust us, gold accents are always a good idea when it comes to holiday décor. Here, they pair with a feather to add a welcome pop of glam to each Thanksgiving place setting.

Get the tutorial at Fox Hollow Cottage.

Here's a cute idea: Instead of writing each person's name on a place card, write down a conversation starter instead! It's sure to keep the Thanksgiving dinner discussion flowing—and they'll also enjoy picking their own seat at the table.

Get the tutorial at The Turquoise Home.

Remind your guests how thankful you are for them with these printable cards. Attach them to napkins along with a stylish ribbon and some greenery for the full effect.

Get the tutorial at DIY Beautify.

Use your Silhouette machine to re-create these pretty labels. Then, attach them to cloth napkins and tuck a eucalyptus branch in between.

Get the tutorial at Persia Lou.

Trying to come up with cute place cards for the kids' table? Make these adorable turkey cups that are personalized and can be used as their drinking glass during dinner.

Get the tutorial at Ribbons and Glue.

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Mini pumpkins make great no-fuss seasonal place cards. Use a Sharpie or a paint pen to write each person's name on them.

Get the tutorial at Lemon Thistle.

Give your guests a place card that's totally edible. Who doesn't want to start Thanksgiving dinner with a mini pumpkin pie?

Get the tutorial at The Merrythought.

These three-dimensional paper pumpkins will look so sweet on each of your guest's plates. Neatly write their name on a leaf and attach it to the top.

Get the tutorial at That's What Che Said.

Add some glitz to your Thanksgiving table while sticking with a festive harvest theme. You can never go wrong with a little sparkle.

Get the tutorial at Posh Little Designs.

Your guests will want to keep these cute yarn pumpkins as a Thanksgiving keepsake.

Get the tutorial at Hi Sugarplum.

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