Everything You Need to Host the Ultimate “Friendsgiving” Gathering

With the Thanksgiving holiday upon us, heartwarming scenes of families gathered around the table, passing a turkey and laughing together often splash across our screens. But for many, family extends beyond a shared bloodline. Perhaps this is why the “Friendsgiving” phenomenon has become so popular, as who doesn’t love getting together with those we hold dearest, especially when there’s a theme?

If you’ve always wanted to host “Friendsgiving,” there are many ways to make it extra special for your guests, starting with the décor and table settings. Below, find tasteful ways to show your guests just how thankful you are for their company this holiday season.

1. Forest Walk Multibowls with Lid by Juliska

Juliska’s fanciful Forest Walk bowls featuring forest wildlife from pheasants to deer are the perfect way to kick off your meal. After all, we’re all still children at heart, and what could be more nostalgic than sitting down at a table set with animals? 

2. Bristol Mushrooms Hand-Painted Ceramic Dinner Plates by Este Ceramiche from Abask

Mushroom décor is always a good idea, especially for a woodland-themed table. Este Ceramiche’s Bristol Mushrooms dinner plates from Abask are perfect for creating the holiday’s Fall ambience without being too literal. 

3. Gallic Charger by Match

Anchor your setting with Match’s scalloped Gallic chargers. These striking pewter plates can also double as serving trays as you pass appetizers before your guests sit down. 

4. Balthazar Tablecloth by Matouk

This season, marbleizing is in, and Matouk recently introduced their new Balthazar tablecloth in this beloved pattern. You can choose to be more classically inclined with brown, or mix in some unexpected colors for your table with green or blue.  

5. Thanksgiving Party Crackers by Augusta Cole

Known for her beautiful event settings, it was only natural that party planner Augusta Cole would be the perfect person to collaborate with on party crackers for every occasion. Produced by Laura Lines exclusively for Over the Moon, these autumnal printed favors will add an element of beauty and fun to your table.   

6. Pheasantry Custom Menu Cards and Place Cards by The Punctilious Mr. P’s Place Card Company

Nothing says a well-organized host like custom menu cards and place cards, and The Punctilious Mr. P’s Place Card Company is the go-to source for all. Offered in a variety of motifs, from pheasants to leaves to mushrooms, there are a plethora of options to match your table setting. 

7. Turkey Trot Napkin Rings by Kim Seybert from Bergdorf Goodman

If you do want to subtly highlight the turkey for Thanksgiving, we suggest doing so with Kim Seybert’s Turkey Trot Napkin Rings. These hand-enameled holders feature sculpted turkey feathers that shine as they catch the light, embellishing your setting with a little bit of sparkle. 

8. Peter Dunham + Hudson Grace Kashmir Paisley Chocolate Brown Printed Napkin

Peter Dunham brings his well-known prints to his collaboration with Hudson Grace. Set your table with the new Kashmir Paisley Chocolate Brown printed napkins for an extra layer of pattern. 

9. The Minimal Line by The Mahjong Line

Why not end the night with a friendly game of mahjong post-dinner? The Mahjong Line recently introduced a new dark chocolate colorway for their iconic Minimal Line that is perfectly timed for the Fall/Winter holiday season.  

10. Mahjong Mat in Anais by Lo & Co

If you do choose to end the night with a game of mahjong, you must have the right mat to play on. Lo and Co’s new Anais Mahjong mats are inspired by a wildflower meadow and printed on vegan leather with a wipeable finish.