Give Thanks

With Christmas just around the corner, Thanksgiving is often an overlooked holiday especially among the little ones. This was the case in our house up until just a few days ago. Maddox was so looking forward to her December birthday and dreaming about her Christmas wish list, she kept forgetting that Thanksgiving comes first on the calendar! I am the host home for our family's celebration this year, so I made it a point to involve her in decorating the Thanksgiving table. Here are a few of my ideas for anyone out there wondering how to spice up the dining table or involve the kids in preparing for the big day.


This is the oldest craft in the book, but still cute! Have the little ones trace their hands, then cut out and attempt to draw your best turkey face and feathers! Adds a little whimsy to an otherwise grownup table.



Maddox loved decorating her spot at the table. The napkin ring is actually a turkey headband I got last year at Pottery Barn Kids. PBK has them again this year along with adorable pilgrim hats.



She is very proud of her work!



Buy some Indian corn on the cheap this week at the grocery store, soak the husks until pliable, and attach to a large vase with kitchen twine. So easy and inexpensive and it makes a great centerpiece for any Thanksgiving table.



We have so many reasons to give thanks this year at the Crouch house! Hope you and yours have a wonderful holiday!