When you hear the word Thanksgiving do you think of turkeys, cranberries, corn, pumpkins, cornucopias or beans? If so, it makes sense because those items are all symbols of the holiday.
They are found in dessert recipes like these cookie turkeys and this Indian corn cake recipe. However, you can find them in savory recipes like this turkey veggie tray too.
Pumpkins are often featured in holiday decorations like these succulent planters, this wine cork craft and these scrapbook paper pumpkin.
Don’t forget to show your love to your family and friends this Thanksgiving by sending them some holiday quotes full gratitude.
This paper pumpkin craft is easy to make and only requires a few supplies. Plus, it takes less than 30 minutes to make! If you want to display a pumpkin this fall, but don’t want the mess of carving a real pumpkin into a jack-o-lantern, then this project is for you. These paper strip pumpkins are…
Looking for a fast and easy decoration for your tabletop for fall? Try making this easy hurricane lamp popcorn table decoration! This pretty vignette is made from supplies you may have on hand or can find outside. It looks wonderful on the dining room table. These fall hurricane candle holders are a great addition to…
This delicious salted pumpkin fudge is perfect for fall! It’s my alternative to a normal high sugar fudge recipe. It’s a great option to bring to a Halloween party or Thanksgiving gathering because the salted pumpkin fudge recipe is gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, soy-free and Paleo. This recipe is a crowd pleaser and will give your…
These delicious peanut butter chocolate truffles are a no-bake sweet treat that will welcome in fall in a scrumptious way. This fall truffles recipe would be a great to serve at a Halloween party or a Thanksgiving gathering. Keep reading to learn how to make these easy chocolate peanut butter truffles. Ingredients for these fall…
This wine cork pumpkin is an easy DIY project that comes together in a few hours. It’s perfect for not only fall, but Thanksgiving and Halloween too! This pumpkin craft is a great way to add pumpkins to your decor if you don’t want the mess of a carved pumpkin. It also puts leftover wine…
Looking for the perfect fall breakfast? Try making these banana pumpkin pancakes. They are super tasty and perfect for the season. Autumn arrives in September and so does pumpkin season! These pancakes are a great way to usher in fall, and can also be made around Thanksgiving, and Halloween too. Let’s embrace the pumpkin flavor…
These pumpkin cheesecake muffins have a delicious cream cheese layer that is swirled into a soft and fluffy pumpkin muffin. They are perfect for fall! This pumpkin recipes features a combination of granulated and brown sugar, combined with the flour, pumpkin puree, and spices. The cheesecake layer adds a lovely light and fluffy topping to…
Caramel apples (not to be confused with candy apples) are the perfect treat for fall. Try one of these creative caramel apple toppings to take this dessert to the next level! These treats are a special symbol of fall festivities, and I’ve made a list of creative ways to make your caramel apples wow your…
Looking for a fun Thanksgiving activity for kids? Get this free printable Thanksgiving scavenger hunt! It’s great for children of all ages. The scavenger hunt features 12 items you might see during this time of year. Each of the objects in this free printable for Thanksgiving has a picture of the item, with its name…
Your children will love to help you make these cookie turkeys for your Thanksgiving dessert table. This fun Thanksgiving kid’s dessert features sugar cookies, peanut butter cups, candy corn and malted milk balls – all fashioned into one adorable cookie in the shape of a turkey. Sugar cookies are the staple in any cookie decorating…
Make these autumn leaf cookies to bring the color of leaves and the feel of fall to your Thanksgiving holiday table. Pumpkin spice creamer gives this Thanksgiving cookie recipe a very seasonal flavor. Leaves are so popular in fall, that there is even a national day devoted to them – October 3 is Look at…
Gobble, gobble, it’s time to make some Rice Krispie turkeys! This fun snack is a seasonal take on the traditional Rice Krispie treat that we all love so much. These Thanksgiving Rice Krispies treats use candy corn, which is easy to find during this time of year. The shape and colors of candy corn make…
These adorable Turkey Cookie place card holders are a cute way to let the kids know where to sit at the Thanksgiving table. Imagine how delighted to see their names poking out of one of these cute little guys? Most of us will decorate our tables with a creative tablescape that sets a mood or…
Thanksgiving is a time for practicing gratitude and sharing holiday food with family and friends. You can also celebrate it this year with a printable Thanksgiving word scramble puzzle the whole family can enjoy! This jumbled word puzzle features 22 words about Thanksgiving. Some of them relate to the symbols of Thanksgiving while others describe…
When you think of Thanksgiving, what are the first things that pop into your mind? I bet without even trying, you’d name at least one of the symbols of Thanksgiving! Maybe you think of spending time with friends, or sharing gratitude on Thanksgiving. Maybe you associate the holiday with cooking meals for family, decorating, or…
Did you know that there’s a National Cranberry Relish Day? This national day occurs annually on November 22nd. Cranberries are one of the symbols of Thanksgiving, so it’s only fitting that this day falls right before the holiday. Keep reading to learn interesting cranberry facts, and get ways to celebrate this National Cranberry Relish Day….
Looking for a way to celebrate Thanksgiving? Get a free printable Thanksgiving crossword puzzle! It’s a fun activity the whole family can enjoy. There are two versions of this free printable crossword puzzle. The easier version comes with a word bank, and a harder version doesn’t have one. This crossword puzzle for Thanksgiving has 18 words…
These delicious pilgrim hat cookies will look so festive on your holiday dessert table! Quick and easy Thanksgiving dessert ideas like this are a must during this time of the year. These adorable no-bake cookie treats are a great way to keep your kids involved while you are busy getting Thanksgiving dinner ready. The Thanksgiving treats…
There are so many ways to celebrate Thanksgiving, from cooking holiday themed recipes to decorating for the season. This year you can add solving this free Thanksgiving word search printable to that list! This holiday word search has 25 words in it. Some of them relate to the symbols of Thanksgiving while others describe things…
Sharing Thanksgiving quotes is a great way to spread holiday cheer! Check out these 88 thankful, inspiring and funny Thanksgiving messages. In reading through these quotes take a moment to reflect on everything you’re grateful for. There’s so many occasions this fall to embrace gratitude, and Thankgiving gives us the perfect reminder to do so!…
If you love inexpensive craft ideas for fall, this DIY tree centerpiece is for you. It’s easy to make and will look great as a part of any Thanksgiving tablescape. I love the colors of fall. Everything is changing and the trees take on a wonderful palette of colors that is perfect for decorating. This DIY…
These Indian corn cakes will really brighten up your Thanksgiving table. This edible centerpiece is part baking, part DIY, and totally delicious. It’s also a great way to engage kids in a cooking project that they will love. They’ll enjoy the process of making this Indian corn cake recipe, and I’m sure they’ll enjoy eating…
These white chenille pumpkins make great use of an old bedspread. The project is easy to do and the result is stunning! Are you tired of the traditional orange Halloween decor? Try this project on for size. Halloween is coming and if you don’t like the mess of a carved pumpkin, this project will let…
Looking for something delicious to cook this fall? Try making one of the pumpkin recipes in the list below for Halloween or Thanksgiving! You can also make them for one of the pumpkin themed national days this month, like National Pumpkin Day on October 26, or Carve a Pumpkin Day on October 31. Keep reading for…
Fall is here, which means it’s pumpkin season! If you want to try your hand at a fall themed project, try making these adorable mini pumpkin planters for succulents. While carved pumpkins are a lot of fun at Halloween time, carving them opens the pumpkin up and this leads to rotting. This DIY fall decor…
This adorable DIY straw hat scarecrow door decoration will usher in the fall and delight your family and neighbors. This project uses fall-themed elements, to make a front door wreath that will be festive all season long. There’s so many opportunities for crafting and decorating over these next few months. Hanging a fall or Halloween wreath…