It’s turkey time! Once again, that special occasion has arrived at our doorsteps…the scents of turkey and stuffing roasting in the oven as family members arrive ready to eat as well as reminisce. Nowadays, this festive time isn’t just about family members–it also typically involves friends.
When hosting your first Friendsgiving, it’s a good idea to carry on the tradition of serving up a few of the conventional Thanksgiving fixings, while also incorporating some new favorites you might not typically see on your family’s table. The great thing about friends is that members of your group likely come from different regions, ethnicities, and traditions, adding an entire array of new flavors to add to your celebration. To highlight everyone’s unique upbringing, it’s fun to encourage each friend to bring their own dish, potluck style…and now that food is taken care of, the next thing to worry about is crafting the perfect ambiance. No matter if you’re going for a retro primary color tablescape or a more autumnal woodland setting, having place cards, a centerpiece and pretty napkins sets the mood, marking this gathering as much more than a typical dinner party. To help you set the festive mood at your Friendsgiving, we’ve listed some of our favorite pieces of decor below.

 Here are a few Friendsgiving table essentials we’re loving.

  1. Brushed Pumpkin Tablecloth ($41). The perfect table starts with a new, seasonally appropriate tablecloth. How good is this pumpkin stencil one?
  2. Inlay Flatware ($48). The holidays mean it’s “the good silverware” season. We love the playful pop of gold polka dots on this Antro set.
  3. Gobble Til You Wobble cups ($16). Everyone will love these fun cups, making them the perfect addition to your Friendsgiving table. Not to mention you can eliminate having to wash a bunch of cups at the end of the night–and everyone can take theirs home as a cute souvenir.
  4. Acacia Wood Cheese Board & Cheese Knives ($49). Cheese and wine is always a good idea either before dinner or as something to nibble on after the turkey and potatoes have settled.
  5. Italian Washed Linen Dinner Napkins ($50). Dinner napkins that are linen and monogrammed are pretty much the meaning of adulting—your friends will be impressed!
  6. Bar Game Coasters ($12). Don’t forget the coasters—these pull double duty as table games too.
  7. Constellation Salad Plate ($9). Salad plates that are inspired by the stars… enough said.
  8. Friendsgiving Balloon Banner ($15). “Friendsgiving” gold foil balloons are festive as ever. Plus, it’s a great photo backdrop too.
  9. Lacquer + Veneer Tray ($30). When hosting a dinner, trays make life easier—this lacquer and veneer one is holiday goals.
  10. Kate Aspen Pumpkin Place Card Holder ($11). We’ll set a place for you. These cute little gold mini pumpkin place card holders are the final touch to a happy Friendsgiving table.