15 Rustic Thanksgiving Table Settings
Creating a warm, inviting atmosphere for Thanksgiving is all about embracing the beauty of nature and simplicity. Rustic Thanksgiving table settings perfectly capture this, blending natural elements with cozy, earthy tones. From weathered wood accents to burlap runners, woven placemats, and sprigs of greenery, the rustic style offers a charming, laid-back elegance that makes your holiday gathering feel intimate and heartfelt. Whether you’re hosting a small family meal or a large festive dinner, these rustic touches will help set the scene for a memorable Thanksgiving.
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Rustic Thanksgiving Table Settings
Burlap and Wheat
Nothing feels more rustic than a burlap table runner. Add some burlap sacks full of wheat stalks for a rustic Thanksgiving masterpiece.
Neutral Plaid with Rustic Candle Sticks
If you want rustic vibes this Thanksgiving, I recommend going to thrift stores and finding vintage candlesticks, candle holders, and plates. Tie your vintage finds with a brown plaid tablecloth or table runner and some natural leaves and stems for the ultimate rustic setting.
Woven Placemats With Harvest Flowers
Woven Placemats are a great way to add some rustic flair to your Thanksgiving table settings. Harvest flowers and mini pumpkins are a great addition to add more rustic charm.
Antlers, Gourds, and Candelabras
Getting a rustic feeling around the table means bringing in natural elements and cool antique finds together. Better yet, bring that setting into nature and the rustic vibes are even stronger. This idea uses some vintage candelabras as well as natural antlers, pumpkins, and gourds.
Neutral Pumpkins, Squashes, and Pine Cones
Visiting a pumpkin patch will give you access to all kinds of pumpkin and squash varieties that you can add to the center of your thanksgiving tablescape. Woven Placemats, pine cones, and vintage plates finish the look perfectly rustic.
Black and White Plaid with Frosted Pine Cones
A black-and-white table setting can look rustic in the very best way for Thanksgiving. A plaid table runner creates the base of the design. Pumpkins, leaves, and frosted pinecones finish off the setting.
Rustic Candle Stick Centerpiece
Vintage and rustic candlesticks of all types and sizes can create a beautifully rustic centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table setting. Adding your candles on a wood riser or cutting board will elevate the look.
Glass Hurricanes with Stacked Pumpkins
Placing pillar candles in a glass hurricane is a safe way to create an ambiance around your Thanksgiving table Add them over a rustic table runner and stack some pumpkins to create a rustic charm this holiday.
Wild Flowers and Wood Candles
Wood-look candles are perfect for a rustic table setting. White pumpkins can add a touch of neutral elegance and burlap pouches add even more rustic flair.
Moss Table Runner with Whimsical Ornaments
A moss table runner is a great natural element to add to a rustic Thanksgiving table. Leaves, branches, pinecones, pumpkins, and cute gold figurines finish off the centerpiece well for a rustic and memorable space.
Rustic Elegance
You don’t have to go full rustic to add a little rustic charm to your table this Thanksgiving. Starting with some simple Woven Placemats, adding some tall candle sticks, and utilizing some simple rustic touches can add a lot of balance to your table design this season.
Cornucopias with Fruits and Flowers
A rustic cornucopia is a rustic decor piece that goes well with a Thanksgiving table setting. Add in some natural elements like fruit, leaves, pumpkins, and pine cones for a spread that is rustic and charming.
Blue and White with Sunflowers
Sunflowers add a fantastic rustic charm to any Thanksgiving decor. They are big, bright, and perfect for a table design. Blue and white plates are a great way to add a vintage touch and complements the colors of the flowers so well.
Wood Slice Placemats with Wood Candle Pillars
Wooden elements are a great way to add in rustic vibes this holiday. using wood slices for place mats is a great idea and it definitely makes a statement. Keep with the theme and use wood branches for pillar candles, and place holders.
Vintage Tablecloth with Wild Flower Floral Arrangement
A vintage tablecloth is an easy and affordable way to make your Thanksgiving table feel more rustic. Vintage plates, a floral centerpiece, and some cool goblets will set the tone for a rustic tablescape to die for!
Burlap Table Runner with Vintage Lanterns
Some vintage lanterns are a beautiful way to add ambiance to your dinner setting. Place them on top of a burlap table runner and add some rustic flair with goblet-style glasses to drink from.
A Dough Bowl Full of Flowers
Dough Bowls are a cute and rustic focal point for a Thanksgiving centerpiece. Place your dough bowl full of flowers on top of a burlap runner and place some cute mini pumpkins around the space to finish it off.
I hope these Rustic Thanksgiving table settings were helpful for you in making an epic display for your holiday feast. Here are some more blog posts to help you get into the holiday spirit this Thanksgiving:
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Thanksgiving Cocktails That Your Guests Will Love
Thanksgiving Mocktails For The Whole Family to Enjoy
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Thanksgiving Table Setting Ideas Sure to Wow Your Guests
xx,
Lauren
