Decorate for Thanksgiving with Goodwill

With Thanksgiving only a week away, it’s time to start prepping your festive holiday table and home décor. MERS Goodwill stores are stocked up with all kinds of Thanksgiving decorations such as candles, fall arrangements, seasonal photo frames and baskets.

There are numerous fun and creative DIY projects that will give your home a chic look without breaking the bank. Make your Thanksgiving decoration shopping easy and budget-friendly with these helpful tips and ideas. Click the images to see original posts.

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[column size=”col-4″]Mismatched jars and vases for ThanksgivingMismatched Jars & Vases: Arrange candles in mismatched jars and vases filled with a variety of items, such as wine corks, acorns, cranberries and other fall items.
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[column size=”col-4″]Mix and match patterns for ThanksgivingMix & Match Patterns: Mixing china patterns is a popular way to add a touch of style to your Thanksgiving table. Check out the selection of china in the housewares section of any of the Goodwill locations. If you have patterned china, grab any solid color plates to coordinate. Don’t be afraid to mix patterns. To avoid looking tacky, make sure the patterns have at least one common, cohesive element.
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[column size=”col-4″]Fun fabric for ThanksgivingFun Fabric: Goodwill has a variety of textiles and linens. Use them to add a little fall color to your holiday table.
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[column size=”col-4″]Monochromatic centerpiece for ThanksgivingMonochromatic Centerpiece: Spray paint pinecones, mini pumpkins, figurines, candle sticks and other items for a chic and sophisticated look.
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[column size=”col-4″]Pine cone arrangements for ThanksgivingPine Cone Arrangement: Find a hurricane vase, or any large vase, and place a candle inside. Place the vase in a large bowl and add pine cones around the vase.
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[column size=”col-4″]Bowl of Gratitude for ThanksgivingBowl of Gratitude: Create a centerpiece that celebrates the meaning of the holiday. Decorate a large glass bowl or vase with ribbon and text. Place it in the middle of your table with pieces of paper and pens. Have your guests write what they are thankful for, and then have them place their answers in the bowl.
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