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Thanksgiving Place Cards & Thanksgiving Dinner Checklist

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Free printable place cards for your Thanksgiving table!

Thanksgiving Printable Place cards

I can’t believe that it’s already time for the holiday season!  It seems like the older I get, the more quickly the months pass.  This makes me want to freeze time for a bit, which unfortunately isn’t possible!

This year, I am just working hard in advance to be prepared for the holiday season so that I can relax some and really enjoy my family.  For me, this means lots of planning ahead and staying organized.

My Free Download Fridays are an attempt to help YOU to do this as well – everything from DIY gifts, printable checklists and make-ahead recipes are going up for download over the next few weeks and I hope that they are helpful to each and every one of you!

Today, I am offering a 4-page checklist for your Thanksgiving dinner preparation and rustic place cards to complete your table setting!

Free Thanksgiving Printables

Thanksgiving Checklist for blog 900

Included in the pages are:

  • Daily checklist suggestions for 1-2 weeks before the big day, as well as daily reminders for the few days just before Thanksgiving.

checklist 1

  • Guest list worksheet

checklist 2

  • Grocery shopping list worksheet

checklist 4

  • Recipe and ingredient list worksheetchecklist 3

 

Get your Thanksgiving Place Cards & Thanksgiving Dinner Checklist here:

Thanksgiving Printables

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1-2 WEEKS BEFORE:

  • Create guest list
  • Design menu and delegate food assignments if guests will be bringing food
  • Clean out refrigerator(s) and discard expired condiments and clear extra room on shelves
  • Plan seating for all guests and arrange for extra seating, if needed
  • Take inventory of containers that can be used for leftovers
  • Order or buy turkey – and make sure the size of the turkey will feed the number of guests you’re expecting!  The Kitchnn (www.TheKitchnn.com) recommends 1 lb per person, unless if you want leftovers – then you’ll want 1.5 – 2 lbs per person.  (and we all want leftovers, right?)
  • Make recipe lists and grocery lists
  • Take inventory of your current pantry items so that you can use what you have
  • Make lists of non-perishable items that you can purchase now
  • Consider preparing dishes now that freeze well to save time closer to Thanksgiving Day
  • Schedule down time during the holiday weekend for yourself: pedicure, movies, etc.
  • Drink 1/2 your weight in oz of water each day!

MONDAY:

  • Get some exercise and drink 1/2 your weight in oz of  water
  • Finalize head count
  • Put frozen turkey in refrigerator to start thawing
  • Prepare and/or iron linens, clean drinkware and serving dishes.
  • Set up area for after-dinner lounging and have game stations available.

TUESDAY:

  • Prepare your water for the day (remember, 1/2 your weight in oz!) and practice some yoga or stretching
  • Make sides like cranberry relish that can sit for 2 days
  • Prepare bread (start to dry it for stuffing) and chop veggies for stuffing
  • Purchase the rest of your grocery items
  • Print and write place cards
  • Peel and cut veggies for later recipes
  • Make centerpieces and get centerpiece accessories ready

WEDNESDAY:

  • Pick up last-minute grocery items
  • Prepare the stuffing and have it ready to bake
  • Make Desserts
  • Drink 1/2 your weight in oz of water
  • Create “staging area” for serving dishes
  • Brine the turkey, if you’re going to be doing so
  • If you’re having mashed potatoes, you can peel the potatoes today and place in water (to prevent browning) overnight.
  • Create a space for kid’s activities – see this great example for how to create a table for the kids

kids table by Country Living

THURSDAY:

MORNING:

  • Wake up a little early and get some exercise – and exercise your gratitude by taking some time to give thanks – drink your water
  • If needed, do a load of dishes in the dishwasher
  • Prepare and stuff turkey, and use a timer for basting once it’s in the oven
  • Prepare any appetizers that you’ll be serving ahead of dinnertime
  • Chill wine, beer and other beverages – make sure you have enough ice
  • Bake casseroles that have not been baked and prepare the potatoes

AFTERNOON:

  • Set up an accessible bar area for guests
  • Have coffee ready to brew for after dinner
  • Set out appetizers and snacks
  • When the turkey is within an hour of completion, warm sides, whip potatoes
  • Take out the trash and replace bags for an easier clean-up after dinner

EVENING:

  • Brew coffee
  • Set out desserts
  • Relax a bit!!!
  • Create take home supplies for guests to pack leftovers
  • Put extra tables away and put linens in to be washed
  • Set dishwasher to run
  • Take out trash

FRIDAY:

  • Rest, enjoy family, and be proud of the amazing Thanksgiving dinner you provided
  • Drink 1/2 your weight in oz of water

 

The place cards have been printed on the same kraft-colored card stock that I used in last week’s download, the labels for the homemade vanilla.   When printed, there are 3 per page (8.5 x 11) – and you simply cut along the grey outlines and fold at the center.

place cards with xacto blade

I used a Tombow brush pen to write names.

tombow
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I am so looking forward to using these at our Thanksgiving table this year!  I would love to see your place cards as well!

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  1. Maria says

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    Love these! So helpful. Thanks for the downloads!

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    • TheChoiceUmbrella says

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      You are so welcome, Maria! I hope they are helpful to you. Happy Thanksgiving!

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      • Simone De Paula says

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        Thank you so much! I Love It!!! God Bless You and Happy Thanksgiving!!!

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        • TheChoiceUmbrella says

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          Thanks so much, Simone! Happy Thanksgiving to you, too!

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  2. fionna says

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    Thank you for the free printables, and for sharing your organization skills with others! The checklist looks very thorough and helpful for having a stress-free and very enjoyable Thanksgiving….more time for what matters most family and loved ones.

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    • TheChoiceUmbrella says

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      Thank you, Fionna! I appreciate your kind words – I hope they are helpful to you! Have a great Thanksgiving!

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  3. Elizabeth says

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    I am unable to print the Guest list. It opens up the Dinner Time Line Checklist

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    • TheChoiceUmbrella says

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      Elizabeth, can you refresh your page and try again? Let me know if that doesn’t work – thank you!

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  4. Claudia says

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    Is there a way to make the place cards printable? I’d like to type names on the place cards

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  5. Pam says

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    I printed out the place cards and checklist. How thoughtful of you to share this with the world. Thank you.

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    • TheChoiceUmbrella says

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      You are so welcome, Pam – and thank you for the sweet message! Have a wonderful holiday season!

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  6. Linda Morgan says

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    I see everything except the placecards

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  7. Beth says

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    Thank you so much! Your place cards are a wonderful gift to be thankful for!

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    • TheChoiceUmbrella says

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      Hi Beth – thank you so much! I hope you and yours have a wonderful holiday!

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  8. Linda Baker says

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    Thank you so much for the printables. I love them and can’t wait to use them this week.

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    • TheChoiceUmbrella says

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      You are so welcome, Linda – have a great holiday!

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  9. Laura Davis says

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    SWEET !!
    Thank you !

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    • TheChoiceUmbrella says

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      You are welcome! Enjoy your holiday!

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  10. Anna says

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    Thanks for the place card downloads. I will be making these for our dinner table tonight and everyone will write what they’re thankful for on the back. V pretty. Happy turkey day 🙂

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    • TheChoiceUmbrella says

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      Hi Anna – what a great idea! I hope you have a wonderful holiday!

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  11. Carol says

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    Thank you for creating these and sharing them with us!

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    • TheChoiceUmbrella says

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      Hi Carol, you are so welcome! We hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

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  12. Jennifer Danner says

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    Ready to get started

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    • TheChoiceUmbrella says

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      Hi Jennifer! Sounds great – we hope you have a wonderful holiday season!

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  13. Sandy says

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    Is this download still available? I’ve tried twice and still not recieved anything.

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    • TheChoiceUmbrella says

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      Hello – I am so sorry to hear that the place cards did not make it to your inbox! I just sent them to your email address. Please let me know if you do not receive them. Thanks for letting me know – I hope you have a wonderful holiday season!

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  14. Jenny says

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    Is the download still available? I never received an email.

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    • TheChoiceUmbrella says

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      Hi Jenny – I apologize that they did not make it to your inbox! I have sent them to your email address. Have a happy holiday season!

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  15. Kelly Lucini says

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    Didn’t receive the download

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    • TheChoiceUmbrella says

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      Hi Kelly – I’m sorry they did not arrive properly – I just emailed them to your email address. Have a wonderful holiday!

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  16. Debbie Ross says

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    I have not gotten the email for the downloads. Could you send them to me?

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    • TheChoiceUmbrella says

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      Hi Debbie – I just emailed them to your email address. I’m sorry they did not come through – looks like there must be a technical issue and we are looking into it. Have a wonderful holiday season!

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  17. Cassandra says

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    Can you send me the download? I never got the email either.

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    • TheChoiceUmbrella says

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      Hi Cassi, yes – it is on the way. Please let me know if you don’t receive it. Thanks for letting me know and have a wonderful holiday season!

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  18. Kristan says

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    Hello – first: thank you for sharing your organizational ideas! Would you mind emailing to me as the link didn’t auto send? Thank you and HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

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    • TheChoiceUmbrella says

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      Hi Kristan – they are on the way to your email. Thanks for your kind words – have a wonderful holiday season! ~ Sibyl

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  19. Phyllis says

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    Would you please send the download. I’m excited to use the place cards and the lists!

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    • TheChoiceUmbrella says

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      Hi Phyllis – I just emailed them to you – please let me know if they don’t arrive. I hope they turn out well – have a wonderful holiday season!

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  20. Liza Slack says

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    Can you send me the download? I never got the email either.

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    • TheChoiceUmbrella says

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      Hi Liza, I just emailed them to your email address. I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

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  21. Jessica says

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    Love this! So simple, no strings attached. Thank you for the tips and printables 🙂

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  22. NIchole says

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    hi dear! i can not seem to find the link to click to print these lovelies… please help

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    • Sibyl Smith says

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      Hello! If you did not receive them in your email inbox, you can try the form on my other website. Just let me know if you need me to send them directly to an email address. Thank you and happy Thanksgiving!

      https://www.diylabelsclub.com/blog/2019/9/3/thanksgiving-place-cards-amp-thanksgiving-dinner-checklist

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  23. Marie Conner says

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    Is it possible to still get the free Thanksgiving downloadables? I didn’t see where I could click on a link for downloading.

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    • Sibyl Smith says

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      Hi Marie, you can form here on this page, or you can use the one on my other website. Please let me know if you need me to send them directly to an email address. Thank you and have a great Thanksgiving!

      https://www.diylabelsclub.com/blog/2019/9/3/thanksgiving-place-cards-amp-thanksgiving-dinner-checklist

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  24. Roos says

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    Hello, I can’t find the link to download the place cards. They’re beautiful and I love to use them. 🙂

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    • Sibyl Smith says

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      Hello! You can use the form here on this page, or you can use the one on my other website (link below). Please let me know if you need me to send them directly to an email address. Thank you and have a great Thanksgiving!

      https://www.diylabelsclub.com/blog/2019/9/3/thanksgiving-place-cards-amp-thanksgiving-dinner-checklist

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  25. Linda says

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    Thank you for these beautiful and helpful printables. I love how you incorporate a heart of gratitude.

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