Thanksgiving Decorations

Step 1: Run It
Want to make Thanksgiving dinner even better? Here's how to set an elegant and easy table. First use runners instead of a tablecloth for a clean, graphic look.

Step 2: Long and Lean
Place napkins in the middle of the plates to elongate the lines.

Step 3: Make Room
Place the spoons, forks and knives in napkin rings and place them on the napkins (which are on the plates). Then you’ll have more room without all the cutlery on the table for more food!

Step 4: Vivid Color
Use brightly colored glassware, such as teal or red.

Step 5: Short Stuff
Keep the centerpieces short, so your guests can see over them—and light some tall candles.

Step 6: Put in Place
Buy some mailing tags to create cute, custom place cards.

Step 7: Check It
Create place cards using luggage tags that you can also use as a hostess gift to your guests.

Items You'll Need for this GMC Trade Secret

• table runners
• napkins
• napkin rings
• brightly colored glassware
• tall candles