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PUBLISHED: Nov 21, 2010 UPDATED: Sep 12, 2022 BY: Tori | THIS POST MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE LINKS. SEE THE PRIVACY POLICY LINKED IN MY FOOTER

Thanksgiving Centerpiece Ideas You Can Easily Recreate

You might be planning ahead, or you might be scrambling on those last minute details–either way I've got you covered! If you are still undecided about your table decor, consider these relatively simple Thanksgiving centerpiece ideas.

What I like about these centerpieces is that they are all really pretty and unique but also not super intimating. Even a non-DIYer can put these together!

Jump to:
  • 1. Indian Corn Centerpiece
  • 2. Tall Vases Filled With Acorns
  • 3. Greenery With Mini Pumpkins
  • 4. Pies As Centerpieces
  • 5. Glass Pillars On Wood Slices
  • More Easy Thanksgiving Centerpiece Ideas
  • More Ideas for Thanksgiving

Here are four of my favorite easy Thanksgiving centerpiece ideas you can make in time for the holiday without breaking a sweat.

1. Indian Corn Centerpiece

Easy Thanksgiving centerpiece ideas
Source: Eddie Ross

I love this impressive DIY centerpiece using indian corn and a large candle. This would also make a stunning hostess gift to bring along if you are invited as a guest for Thanksgiving dinner. You can typically pick up this dried corn at any supermarket during fall (you can also grab some from Amazon).
See the tutorial here.

2. Tall Vases Filled With Acorns

thanksgiving centerpieces that are easy
source: Celebrations At Home


The beauty of this centerpiece is just how simple it is to make. I mean, really! Fill a tall glass cylinder vase with acorns and you're done! Chris at Celebrations At Home has so many great fall ideas, check them out!

3. Greenery With Mini Pumpkins

simple table decor for Thanksgiving centerpiece ideas

Another incredibly easy centerpiece for Thanksgiving is using greenery clippings down the center of your table. I clipped these from my yard when I hosted a Thanksgiving Pie Party. You can also buy greenery stems from most grocery flower departments or florists. I added mini pumpkins to the greenery that I spray painted with metallic spray paint.

4. Pies As Centerpieces

pies as Thanksgiving centerpiece ideas

Speaking of pies, you can use actual pies as centerpieces! Add them to the center of your table at various heights. Add a few to cake stands and a few right on the table to give the pies some interest. I used store-bought pies but if you feel like baking, check out these 5 Holiday Pie Recipes to Make

5. Glass Pillars On Wood Slices

I originally shared this DIY as rustic wedding centerpieces but they can totally do double duty as a Thanksgiving centerpiece! I love the rustic wood details and the fact that they are inexpensive to make.

More Easy Thanksgiving Centerpiece Ideas

Here are a few more extremely easy (and inexpensive!) ideas you can create for a great Thanksgiving centerpiece:

  • Gather a variety of pumpkins and place them down the center of your table. Do wither all orange or all white for a more uniform and elegant look.
  • Go elegant and very simple and use tapered candles in candle stick holders. If you don't have any on hand you can always find these at thrift stores. I pick them up in a variety of sizes and give them a uniform spray paint touch. I like to use matte gold or matte black depending on the look I'm going for.
  • If you want to use fresh flowers but don't want to play florist you can keep it simple (without looking too hodgepodge) buy creating a grouping of three vases each with one type of fall flower in it. Keeping one color and type together in one vases looks more upscale. Groupings of three always looks best!

More Ideas for Thanksgiving

If you need help setting the table, planning a party, or coming up with a cocktail check these posts out.

  • Printable Paper Napkin Rings
  • Host a Thanksgiving Pie Party
  • Pumpkin Pie Martini
  • Fall Moscow Mule Recipe
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Tori is an entertaining expert who likes to keep things simple. From setting a thoughtful table to whipping up an easy appetizer recipe, she's got you covered. Her favorite place is to be is sitting poolside with her family with a glass of rosé in hand.

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  1. Kori Clark says

    November 24, 2010 at 8:55 am

    These are beautiful!!

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