These Are All the Less-Obvious Tips You Need for Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving, one of the biggest days for hosting and travel every year, comes with a number of tasks to handle whether you’re the host or coming in from out of of town. Though the turkey and sides may be the first things you think of when you imagine the holiday, other factors that make the table, such as decor and the people around it (and how they get there!) can be some of the most memorable parts of the event. We’ve put together some of Sunset’s best Thanksgiving stories to make sure you’re as prepared as possible for everything non-food related, with everything from centerpieces and tablescapes to travel essentials.

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These picks will elevate your tablescape.

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7 Thanksgiving Centerpieces That You Can Plant in Your Garden Afterwards

They’ll have uses long after Turkey Day is over.

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Stunning Ways to Set Your Thanksgiving Table

Upgrade your typical Thanksgiving spread with these seasonal beauties and classic pieces.

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The right gear will make a big difference.