Ideas for a Modern Thanksgiving Tablescape

If you're searching for Thanksgiving table ideas, look no further. This holiday tablescape combines the rustic elements of harvest season with a modern and chic aesthetic. Below are ways to design a gorgeous Turkey Day table, including ideas for a holiday centerpiece, place cards, candles, food suggestions, and how to set the kids' table.

Start with a bare wood table and line the center with fresh greenery, such as eucalyptus and olive leaf garlands, to create a table runner. A little extra foliage hanging off the table's ends lends to a bountiful look. Tuck gilded acorns along the length of the garland for some metallic sparkle.

Center the table with a handmade cornucopia overflowing with seasonal fruits and vegetables. We gave ours a bit of glamour by using metallic burlap and copper raffia. Give it a minimal, monochromatic twist by using only fruits and veggies in varying shades of green. Then, blend white pumpkins into the arrangement to create a bit of contrast.

Shibori napkins are decidedly modern, especially when paired with gold and copper wire napkin rings. Simple white plates and clear glassware make the indigo color stand out, while copper flatware reinforces the overall metallic theme.

Help guests find their seats with walnut place cards dipped in indigo paint and little white flags tipped with a matching blue watercolor.

Continue the harvest theme with green apple candles that twinkle with tea lights. Contrast them with gorgeous faux mercury glass votives that shimmer and flicker along the length of the table.

Make it extra festive with gratitude place mats drawn onto a simple piece of butcher paper. The kids can doodle on it while before and after they eat (and, let's honest, ‌while‌ they eat).

Pinecone turkeys and turkey-leg place cards complete the décor. Instead of crayons, set out rustic twig colored pencils. Display them in festive pilgrim hats made from black paper cups.

Turkey may be the star of the table, but everyone knows that side dishes are what the folks really love. Try this creamy mashed potato recipe or this decadent candied sweet potato recipe with pecans and marshmallows.

Traditional stuffing is definitely a crowd pleaser. We love this alternative choice of sausage stuffing muffins. Don't forget the gravy! And are you Team Pumpkin Pie or Team Pecan Pie? Either way, here are 11 ideas on how to decorate your pie crust, from lattice crust to roses.

Express your gratitude to loved ones with homemade cranberry orange relish packaged in giftable jars. Shortbread cookies dipped in chocolate are also a delightful dessert that guests can enjoy now or take home for later. For kids, try this recipe for shortbread cookie turkeys.

After all the food has been cooked, the table has been set and family and friends are gathered 'round, remember that it's not happy people who are thankful. It's thankful people who are happy. Cheers!