Printable Thanksgiving Place Cards

These Printable Thanksgiving Place Cards are the perfect addition to your holiday table! The FREE name cards come in two colors, and the leaf design is so pretty. Plus, they're so easy to use ... perfect for turkey day or any fall get together!

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I'm not sure how it happened, but Thanksgiving is just around the corner. I love decorating for this holiday, and creating a memorable, beautifully decorated table is my favorite part!

Holidays with my family and friends tend to be pretty casual, but I can't resist adding special touches to the decor. And I love the personalized feeling these Printable Thanksgiving Place Cards add to a festive place setting!

These DIY Leaf Place Cards are an easy and stress free holiday craft. Simply print the Free PDF file, then cut out the leaves, and they're ready to use. There are two colors, so they'll work great with any table design.

I attached the leaves to decorative mini pumpkins, and I'm sharing a simple tutorial for recreating that look below. But there are so many other ways to use these fall place cards! Tie them around a napkin with a piece of ribbon, display them in a place card holder, or simply set them atop your place settings.

And don't save these place cards for Thanksgiving only ... they're perfect for all of your fall entertaining needs!

Ready to get started? Keep reading for the free printable, plus lots of helpful tips!

Place Card Etiquette

Do you know the etiquette surrounding place cards? Here are a few tips to keep in mind when planning your seating:

• Include every guest. Avoid skipping anyone's name, even if they are a plus-one. And make sure to spell each name correctly!
• Use first names. Unless it's a formal event, you can address the cards with the guest's first name only. For more formal meals, use first and last names (and a title, if you wish).
• Start with the hosts when arranging seats. Hosts typically sit at either end of the table, or facing each other in the middle of the table with guests on either side.
• Seat couples together. Everyone will be more comfortable and have someone they can easily talk to.
• Make sure the cards are readable. Use a pen color that's easily readable (even in dim lighting), and make sure your handwriting is legible, as well.
• Display the place card. Arrange the place card centered on the place setting, above the place setting, or in a place card holder. One seated, guests can turn the cards the other way so they can be read by the people seated across from them. This makes keeping everyone's name straight easier in a situation with many strangers.
• If a guest doesn't show up, adjust the seating plan. Remove the place setting and scoot the seats closer together so there isn't a hole in the middle of the table.
• If you're a guest, don't move the seating cards. It's just rude, and your host sat you there for a reason.

Supplies

If you would like to attach these leaf name cards to mini pumpkin like I did, here are the supplies you'll need:

• Paper - Print the PDF files on white card stock for the best results.
• Scissors - You'll use the scissors to cut out the leaves.
• Pen - To add names. I used a Pitt Artist Pen, but any kind of pen will work as long as it won't bleed through the paper. Calligraphy pens are another great option!
• Hole Punch - A hole punch is needed to attach the twine to the cards.
• Pumpkins - These colorful mini pumpkins are similar to the ones I used. You could also use white pumpkins or even velvet pumpkins, and of course, real pumpkins would work, too.
• Twine - You'll attach the name cards to the pumpkins with twine. Ribbon would also work great.

Assembling the Thanksgiving Name Cards

These name cards a super easy to put together!

1. Print + cut out leaves. Start by printing the leaves on white card stock. Then cut them out. Tip: Print extra cards just in case you make a mistake ... I always have a few!
2. Add the names. Use a pen to write your guests' names on the cards
3. Punch hole. Use the hole punch to create a hole on one end of the leaf.
4. Add twine. Thread a long piece of twine (at least 8-inches) through the hole.
5. Tie card to pumpkin. Use a bow to tie each card to a mini pumpkin.

And that's all there is to it! If you have a lot of place cards to assemble, you'll save time by putting them together assembly line style.

Download the Printable Leaf Place Cards

You can download the gold leaf cards here and the black leaf cards here (or click on the images below). For best results, print the files on white card stock at full size.

More Thanksgiving + Fall Ideas

Look for more fall and Thanksgiving ideas? Try one of these creative projects next:

• Be Thankful Thanksgiving Printables - A cute way to decorate your holiday table.
• Easy Fall Tablescape - I used these name cards when creating this table!
• Acorn Napkin Rings - These DIY rings are fun and easy to make.
• Fall Leaves Coloring Page (Free Printable) - Great for kids and adults!
• Hello Fall Printable - An easy way to decorate your walls for autumn.
• Fall Bucket List - Fill your fall with these fun activities.
• Halloween Craft Party - Gather your creative friends for a spooky crafting session!
• DIY Fall Decorating Ideas - More autumnal decor projects.