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Thanksgiving · Written by Randi Dukes

Ideas for the Kids’ Table for Thanksgiving

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The adult table has been set since yesterday and now the kids’ table for Thanksgiving is ready.  I expect lots of loudness and laughter from this table and I can’t wait!

ideas for the kids table for thanksgiving

I love to cover kids’ tables with kraft paper {rolls of kraft wrapping paper are the easiest way to do this} and set out cups of crayons.  Not only is it cute but it provides a built-in activity, especially for the younger kids in the crowd.  I wanted to make these cute pilgrim crayon holders but ran out of time so clear cups will have to do, at least this year. 

The young kids sitting at the table will be using wooden utensils {to avoid all knife concerns} but the older kids will have regular cutlery.

kids' table for Thanksgiving

I spelled out the names of all the guests with scrabble cheese crackers {a fun idea seen here} …

cracker placecards for thanksgiving

 

… and covered the center of the table with a cloth covered in handprint turkeys {a little craft the twins made at playgroup}.

painted handprint turkey tablecloth

I drew circles on the table to mark each place setting …

kids' table for Thanksgiving

… and this year the kids used cute transferware-style paper plates and paper napkins to make clean up easy.  I often use regular dishes, and even china, but we went with super simple this year.

I used our chalkboard homework caddy as a centerpiece {I like to grab items from all around the house and repurpose them for holiday tablescapes}, added a Thanksgiving message, and filled it with apples and pears for a simple but colorful idea.  Mini pumpkins would be even cuter but I was using items I already had.

kids' table for Thanksgiving

As a small, final touch, I recycled the kraft paper garland made for Eli’s thirteenth birthday party and strung it over the light fixture above the table.

kids' table at Thanksgiving

This tablescape was really simple but a few creative touches made it cute and it’ll be a sweet spot for the kiddos to share the holiday meal!


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About Randi Dukes

I’m Randi, a Dallas-based mom of five kids, ranging from third grade to college and including a set of twins. I love strong coffee, craft and DIY projects, my planner, and my big ol’ family. When I’m not creating something for my blog, I can be found in the car, running kids from one place to another. I’m the one knitting at the red light. Connect with me on google+ | twitter | facebook

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  1. Linda says

    November 26, 2010 at 12:23 am

    I love your apple box! Great decorating, and details!

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  2. barb says

    November 26, 2010 at 2:45 am

    I love the kids table! How fun is that?!!

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