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November 15, 2011

A Thankful Garland

While Christmas seems to come in with a woosh and a bang, Thanksgiving seems to slowly, softly and calmly come to our home and our hearts.
And even though my halls are already being decked for Christmas, my heart is still overflowing with gratitude for the countless blessings in my life.
We have the privilege of hosting Thanksgiving at our home this year, and I wanted to come up with a simple but decorative way to promote a thankful and grateful spirit at our table.
After seeing a similar idea on Pinterest, I made what might just be the most simple
Thanksgiving décor every created!
A Thankful Garland
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For the base of the “garland”, I simply used 3 pieces of twine. Then I attached pinecones
(approximately 1 foot apart) using florist wire.
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I fell in love with this brown script paper and cut out small tags using pinking shears and then attached each tag to the garland with a tiny clothespin.
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During our Thanksgiving feast, each person will take off a tag and read what is on the back.
They will say things like…
“Gratitude is a fruit of great cultivation.” ~Samuel Jackson
“Gratitude takes three forms: a feeling in the heart, an expression of words, and a giving in return.” ~Author Unknown
“Give thanks in all circumstances…” 1 Thessalonians 5:18
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How will you foster gratitude-filled conversations at your Thanksgiving table this year?
Maybe the Thankful Garland could help spark the spirit of gratitude and blessing to all who sit down at your table too!
Thanks for joining me today at the Fence…I’m thankful for all of you!
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  1. NanaDiana says

    November 14, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    What a cute idea! Love it! xo Diana

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  2. Dawn @ Redbird Cottage Art says

    November 14, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    This is so beautiful! I love this idea.

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  3. Ashley says

    November 14, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    Very beautiful! i adore it:)

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  4. Lorna says

    November 14, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    What a lovely idea. I have been trying to come up with some similar ideas. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  5. Debbie says

    November 14, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    Vanessa, I just have to copy that. I won’t host Thanksgiving here, but I can do something like this with the family nonetheless. I really love it.

    Now, to see your Sunday post. I always love to read those.

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  6. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says

    November 14, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    Great idea. I am still trying to figure out what to do for centerpieces this year.

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  7. Ruby Jean says

    November 14, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    That’s one of those SIMPLY SWEET treasures… I love it, thank you for sharing it with us.

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  8. Daune | Cottage in the Oaks says

    November 14, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    Lovely! 🙂 What a great idea….

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  9. michelle says

    November 14, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    Such a great idea, I was trying to think of something to do like that this year, I will have to keep this in mind. 🙂
    xoxo

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  10. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

    November 14, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    Very thoughtful post, Vanessa! I have so much to be grateful for this year. I’m usually the one who does grace for our Thanksgiving meal and I expect I will touch on specifics this year, where I normally keep it general.

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  11. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says

    November 14, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    What a great idea Vanessa!

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  12. Ann from On Sutton Place says

    November 14, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    Lovely idea Vanessa. The pine cones are perfect. Good luck hosting Thanksgiving. I did it for several years until my parents could no longer get out. Now I cook everything and take it to them. Either way, we’re all together and that’s what counts. Have a great week!

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  13. Kelly says

    November 14, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    That’s a cute idea to make this garland for Thanksgiving. It’s always nice to be reminded of what we have to be thankful for!

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  14. Savvy Seasons says

    November 14, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    I think that is a *fabulous* idea, love it! xo ~Liz

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  15. Honey at 2805 says

    November 15, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    This is a fabulous idea. What a great way to remind everyone about giving thanks on all days!

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  16. Vanessa says

    November 15, 2011 at 1:17 AM

    Hi, Vanessa

    I just love this Thankful Garland. The holiday is a great time to do things like this. It really allows us to reflected what we have and what we have overcome. It’s a lovely garland.

    PS: Thank you for stopping by http://www.homesweetbutterfly.com I truly appreciate it comment. You bless me so much with your kind words and it is always nice to meet another Vanessa. : )

    Have a great week.

    Vanessa

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  17. Richella says

    November 15, 2011 at 1:54 AM

    Your garland is beautiful, Vanessa! I love that you have lovely quotations printed on each piece of paper–what a way to spark conversation! Great idea! 🙂

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  18. Robin says

    November 15, 2011 at 3:04 AM

    Very cute, I think after everybody reads something on the card they should have to say what they are thankful for. It’s nice to hear what everybody says.

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  19. Shelia says

    November 15, 2011 at 3:11 AM

    Hi Vanessa! I love this idea and your table top looks wonderful! It’s simple but very elegant looking!
    Thanks for popping in to see my silly little frog.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia 😉

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  20. Hibiscus House says

    November 15, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Love it, simple yet beautiful.

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  21. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says

    November 16, 2011 at 4:07 AM

    Thanks for sharing this at Wow.

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  22. Zuni, Chickadee Home Nest says

    November 16, 2011 at 5:13 AM

    Lovely to look at, and lovely concept. Thank you for sharing. Happy Thanksgiving as you host your family this year.

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  23. Eileen says

    November 18, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    What a great inspiration. I make an acorn garland to decorate on Thanksgiving, and we have a tradition of saying what we are most thankful for in the past year, just before dinner, but I never thought of combining them in this special way that you have! The script paper idea is just adorable. I absolutely love this!!
    Eileen

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  24. Sherry @ No Minimalist Here says

    November 20, 2011 at 2:05 AM

    Vanessa, What a wonderful idea and I love this project. Very cute!
    Thanks for linking to my party and I hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  25. Heather SettingforFour says

    October 17, 2012 at 2:03 PM

    Hi Vanessa! Thanks so much for linking up your DIY garland at the Thanksgiving Tradtions Linky Party! It’s been so fun co-hosting this party with you and Heather! Have a fabulous day 🙂

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