Beautiful Blue and Orange Thanksgiving Table Decor Ideas

If you love decorating for the holidays, these blue and orange Thanksgiving table ideas will inspire you to mix timeless fall colors with a fresh pop of blue for a table that feels both festive and unique.

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Thanksgiving is one of my favorite times to gather around the table with family and friends. It’s a is such a special time to slow down, share a meal, and reflect on life’s many blessings.

A beautiful tablescape sets the tone for the celebration, and I love creating something that feels both cozy and unexpected, where my family can gather to enjoy a traditional feast of turkey, potatoes, fresh green beans, harvest salad, and one of our favorite Thanksgiving desserts, no-bake pumpkin cheesecake bars.

These blue and orange Thanksgiving table ideas blend classic fall warmth with a fresh pop of color. I’ll share how to combine these hues with thoughtful linens, simple centerpieces, and charming decorative touches to create a table that feels both timeless and fresh.

To help you bring the look together, I’ve also designed a set of free printables that coordinate beautifully with this color scheme, including place cards, menu cards, and gratitude notes you can use for your own Thanksgiving table.

How to Decorate a Thanksgiving Table

My best advice is to create a table with the things you love. Whether you’re inspired by blue and orange Thanksgiving table ideas or another color palette entirely, your table design should be a reflection of your own personality and style.

A tablescape that mirrors your personality establishes a personal connection with your guests. It provides a glimpse into your tastes, preferences, and style, fostering a more intimate and welcoming atmosphere.

Blue and Orange Thanksgiving Table Decor Palette

In curating my Thanksgiving table, I deliberately selected a color palette that embodies the warmth of traditional Thanksgiving colors and incorporates my favorite color, blue, to give visual interest and a festive feel.

The image encapsulates this thoughtful blend, showcasing my vision. I meticulously gathered everything required, and a visit to the local flower market completed my vision with fresh greens and persimmons, a delightful addition obtained for a mere $15.00.

I love mixing classic fall colors with a pop of blue to create a table that feels both traditional and fresh. These blue and orange Thanksgiving table ideas are a fun way to bring personality and warmth to your holiday table while still keeping that cozy, seasonal feel.

Deciding Where (and How) to Host Your Thanksgiving Meal

Now that you’ve chosen a blue and orange color palette for your Thanksgiving table, it’s time to think about where you’ll be hosting your meal. Will you be gathering around the dining room table, keeping things cozy in the family room, or taking advantage of the beautiful weather and dining outdoors?

Next, decide on the overall feel you want for your celebration. Do you prefer a more formal look or something relaxed and casual? Once you’ve settled on the setting and style, take a quick inventory of what you already have. You might be surprised by how many pieces you can repurpose to create a beautiful and inviting table.

What You’ll Need to Create This Look

Before you start setting the table, gather your essentials — linens, dishes, glassware, and a few favorite decorative accents.

Here’s a list of everything you’ll need to recreate this festive Thanksgiving tablescape:

Linens and Tableware

• Placemats (store-bought or you can make your own DIY pumpkin placemats)
• Tablecloth
• Table runner
• Cloth napkins
• Beautiful blue water glasses  or blue goblets
• Wine glasses (if you will be serving wine) 
• Flatware
• Napkin rings 
• Salad plates
• Dinner plates
• Charger plates

Centerpiece and Thanksgiving Decor

• A Thanksgiving centerpiece, such as a cornucopia, a pumpkin filled with succulents, or a beautiful fall floral arrangement
• Mini pumpkins or gourds
• Wheat bundles
• Rustic accents like wood slices
• Fresh greenery
• DIY candle holders with taper candles or a DIY Birch branch candle holder
• Votive candles

How to Set a Blue and Orange Thanksgiving Table

Once you have everything ready, think about how you want to bring your table to life.

Living in Southern California means we’re lucky to enjoy beautiful weather well into November, so I love hosting Thanksgiving dinner outdoors in our backyard.

It’s the perfect spot to gather with family around our large farmhouse table, surrounded by the garden and my cozy She Shed. The space feels warm, relaxed, and inviting. Just right for a casual holiday celebration.

To keep things easy and comfortable, I used simple placemats and a table runner down the center of the table. The natural textures layer beautifully with the blue and orange tones while keeping the look effortless and welcoming. If you enjoy outdoor entertaining too, you might love seeing how I decorate our backyard for fall and create cozy outdoor spaces throughout the season.

Then, place a charger (or two)at each place setting. I used a larger wicker charger with a wood charger on top.

Next, start layering your place settings by adding the dinner plates and salad plates. I used plates with a delicate blue edge, which is a subtle and easy way to bring in a hint of blue.

Finish setting your table by adding your flatware. Gold flatware looks beautiful with this color palette, but whatever you already have will work perfectly.

Next, place your cloth napkins at each setting. You can tuck them into napkin rings for a polished touch or simply fold them neatly for a more relaxed look.

Finally, add your wine and water glasses to complete each place setting and create a welcoming feel.

Blue and Orange Thanksgiving Table Decor Ideas

Now that your Thanksgiving table is set, it’s the perfect time to think about how to bring in blue and orange Thanksgiving table ideas through your decor. Do you like to include flowers or natural elements as part of your centerpiece?

I always enjoy creating a beautiful floral arrangement, but I also like to keep things simple and easy to move when it’s time to serve dinner. That way, everyone around the table can see and enjoy each other’s company.

For this table, I used a few orange pumpkins I made along with one of my favorite vintage finds, a heavy cast iron urn.

Together, they create a simple and charming Thanksgiving centerpiece that adds just the right touch of seasonal color.

In addition to the pumpkins, I also added some fresh greenery and persimmons on both sides of the urn.

Next, I added several blue and white fabric pumpkins with natural stems (that are super easy to make), a few more terra cotta orange pumpkins, and a few gourds. 

More Simple Blue and Orange Thanksgiving Table Ideas

There are so many creative ways to mix blue and orange into your Thanksgiving table decor. Here are a few simple ideas to inspire your next gathering.

Cornucopia basket: Fill it with white pumpkins, fresh fruit, or natural elements like fall leaves and branches for a classic harvest look.

Pumpkin vase: Create a beautiful floral centerpiece by using a fresh pumpkin as your vase. You can also plant succulents on top for a fun twist.

Lantern display: Fill lanterns with natural accents such as pumpkins, dried pine cones, and candles, then place them down the center of the table for a warm, cozy glow.

The options are endless, so let your creativity flow and choose the look that feels most like you.

Ideas for Adding Personal Touches to Your Thanksgiving Table

I enjoy adding a personal touch to my table settings by including individual place cards, a thoughtfully crafted menu card, and a grateful card for each guest.

These small details make everyone feel special and turn a simple table into something memorable. To make it easy for you to recreate this look, I’ve created a set of free printable Thanksgiving cards you can download and use at your own table.

Free Thankgiving Printables

I design my cards to match my tablescape each year and make them available for FREE (a small way of saying I am grateful to all of you!)

You can easily customize them with your guest’s names and menu.

This way, our guests know exactly what is on the menu, and we can all take a few minutes to remind ourselves of all the blessings in our lives over the past year. 

You can grab a copy of these free Thanksgiving printables HERE.

Wrapping Up

I hope this post has inspired you to try a few of these blue and orange Thanksgiving table ideas and create a table that feels special for you and your family. Remember, there are no rules when it comes to decorating and creating a Thanksgiving table setting—use what you have, add the colors you love, and make it your own.

I’m so thankful for each of you who takes the time to visit my blog and share in my creative journey. Wishing you and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving filled with warmth, gratitude, and plenty of good food.

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