Gingerbread Delights

A playful theme for most holiday and winter parties, including high school winter formals, greek events, sweet sixteen parties, quinceanera celebrations, and family reunions.

A special thank you to 6Nika on Yahoo Answers for asking the question that inspired this post

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Before you even begin to plan your gingerbread theme party, get in the mood with this adorable Pixar video

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Pixar Animations – Cookie Blues

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Gingerbread Theme Party Invitations

Choosing your invitation is the equivalent of the title of a paper … it sets the tone for the entire party!

Cheery Gingerbread Man Invitation

(Matching thank you notes, party favors, address labels and gift tags)

Joyful Gingerbread House Invitation

Sweet Candyland Invitation

(Matching Thank you notes, party favors, address labels and gift tags)

Candyman Cookie Invitation

(Matching address labels)

Chocolate Gingerbread Invitation

(Matching envelope seals)

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Another option is to attach a strip of paper with the details of your party to these lollipops. Be sure to use the Gingerbread Man Art Border available on most Word programs.

Gingerbread Man Lollipops

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Thank you notes

Gingerbread Note Cards

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Return Address Stamp and Embosser

Gingerbread Man Stamp

Gingerbread Man Embosser

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If you prefer to save a few pennies on printing the return address consider these return address labels

Holiday Return Address Labels Cheerful Cookie

Cheery Gingerbread Man Return Address Label

Sweet Candyland Return Address Label

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Gingerbread Party Decor

Stumps Prom and Party has a great Gingerbread Castle and Gingerbread Arch which you might consider using if you have a need for large and impactful decor.

Gingerbread Arch

Gingerbread Castle and Towers

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Add Balloons!

34 in. Gingerbread House Balloon

18 in. Gingerbread House Balloon

Sorry — I am having difficulty linking directly to these balloons, so just search “gingerbread” on Giant Party Store

Add lots and lots of coordinating latex balloons to create a festive flare for relatively little cost.

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Set a Festive Table with Gingerbread Accents

Gingerbread Table Runner

Gingerbread Train Candle Set

Gingerbread House Amaryllis

(Plan in advance — these bulbs arrive with only a few inches of growth)

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Mrs. Fields Gingerbread House Cookie Jar + Sweets

Snow Village The Gingerbread House

Thomas Pacconi Hand-Painted Glass 10-Inch Gingerbread House Figurine With Wood Base

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Gingerbread Napkins

Gingerbread Dreams Beverage Napkin

Sugar Cookies & Gingerbread Beverage Napkins

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Serving Bowls and Kitchen Supplies

Gingerbread House Candy Dish

Gingerbread Kitchen Vintage Towel

Gingerbread Kitchen Embroidered Waffleweave Towel

Gingerbread Towels with Cookie Cutter

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Gingerbread Party Favors

Gingerbread Man Lollipops

Gingerbread House Holiday Treat Boxes

(Fill with home baked gingerbread cookies)

Party Favor Mints in Gingerbread Man Tin

Party Favor Mints in Gingerbread House Tin

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Edible Gingerbread Creations

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No Work Gingerbread Houses

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Fully Assembled Gingerbread House

Handmade Gingerbread House

Freshly Baked, Hand Decorated Gingerbread House

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Make your Own Gingerbread Kits and Supplies

Fox Run Ten Piece Gingerbread House Cookie Cutter Bake Set

Wilton Prebaked Gingerbread Cottage

Kitchen Supply Gingerbread House Mold

Create-a-treat Gingerbread House Kit, Deluxe Model

Create A Treat-GingerBread House Kit with Tree, 1 Kit (2 GingerBread Men Included)

Professional Edition, Large-Scale Gingerbread House Kit by Gingerhaus®

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How to build a Gingerbread House

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The Gingerbread Architect: Recipes and Blueprints for Twelve Classic American Homes

How to Build a Gingerbread House: A Step-by-Step Guide to Sweet Results

Making Great Gingerbread Houses: Delicious Designs from Cabins to Castles, from Lighthouses to Tree Houses

Gingerbread Houses: Baking and Building Memories

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Gingerbread Men and Women Cookie Cutters

Wilton Bite Size Gingerbread Man Mold

Wilton Gingerbread Cookie Cutter Trio

Gingerbread Man Cookie Cutters

Wilton Jumbo Sprinkles, Gingerbread Boys

Wilton Gingerbread Boy Comfort Grip Cookie Cutter

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Entertainment

Costumes

Hire actors or talk a few friends into dressing as Hansel and Gretel or a gingerbread man and milling about with your guests.

Hansel

Gretel

Gingerbread Man Costume

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Games

Bring back memories of childhood … set up a few Candyland games around your room and don’t be too surprised at just how many smiles you will elicit and how many of your guests actually end up playing the game.

Candyland Game

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Apparel and Jewelry

Gingerbread Man Polar Fleece Pajama Pants

Juicy Couture Gingerbread House Charm

More Gingerbread pajamas, t-shirts, and children’s wear

Gingerbread Man Ring

(We are not really sure what to do with this ring — it might make for a cute “admission” pass into a your event)

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The Gingerbread Boy

No Gingerbread theme party would be complete if we didn’t reference one of my all time favorite children’s books. It is the perfect focal point for a school holiday party!

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The Gingerbread Boy

The Gingerbread Boy Book & CD (Read Along Book & CD)

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Give Back

Make easy no sew fleece gingerbread blankets for local children or seniors in need. Coordinate with friends, family, and your favorite charitable organizations to make an even more significant impact on your community.

Gingerbread Man Fleece Fabric

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Party Hearty!

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The Twilight Saga: New Moon Party

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Twilight Saga: Eclipse

Opening June 30, 2010

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Eclipse is here!

Eclipse Gear

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Twilight Eclipse Merchandise!

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Twilight – Eclipse Party Kits

Join Bella, Edward and Jacob in the next chapter of the Twilight saga with Twilight Eclipse party supplies, party favors and exclusive personalized Twilight accessories. View More Party Planning Ideas

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Limited Time Offer!!

Save 50% on Twilight New Moon Merchandise

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The Twilight Saga: New Moon and Eclipse Fan Designs at Cafe Press

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Now on DVD

The Twilight Saga: New Moon (Two-Disc Special Edition)

The Twilight Saga: New Moon [Blu-ray]

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Twilight Bandz!

Great for party favor, napkin rings, game prizes, and table decorations!!!!!

Zanybandz Moonlight Rubber Bands

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New!

Everything and Anything Twilight including an exclusive interview with Robert Pattinson

Twilight Store

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UPDATE — NEW MOON MUST HAVES!

New at Hot Topic, The Twilight Saga: New Moon Collection!

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Choose your team …

Team Edward or Team Jacob?

Twilight New Moon Team Edward Glow T-Shirt

Twilight New Moon Team Jacob Glow T-Shirt

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With just about a week to go before New Moon, the second installment in the Twilight movie series arrives in theaters, it just dawned on us it is time to get cracking on your pre or post Twilight fan party.

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Twilight Basics –The Books, The Movie, & the Soundtrack

Step 1:

If you haven’t yet read the books, this is a great time to start and if you hustle and do nothing but read in your spare time, you should be able to get through the two first books in the series by next week.

The Twilight Saga Collection

Twilight (The Twilight Saga, Book 1) (paperback)

New Moon (The Twilight Saga, Book 2) (paperback)

The Twilight Saga: The Official Guide

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Step 2:

Watch (or re-watch) the first Twilight movie on DVD. Now that we’re thinking about it — this might be be the time for a two-part party — a pre movie viewing party on one night and a get ready to go to the movie party the next night.

Twilight DVD Twilight [Blu-ray]

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Music

What party would be complete without music?

Twilight Soundtrack

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Twilight Paper Goods

Paper goods and invitations

Nothing fancy — paper goods are fine.

Twilight Party Kits

You might also want to check out pricing for similar Twilight Party Kits and individually packed paper goods at the following sites. Simply search “Twilight”.

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Another invitation

Print your own …

Tree Paper

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Placemats and Table Cloths

Set your table with a black tablecloth, (plastic is fine) and keep it inexpensive by using scrapbook paper to add definition to each place setting.

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Twilight Collection – 12 x 12 Double Sided Paper – Nightfall

Twilight Collection – 12 x 12 Double Sided Paper – Dusk

Black Plastic Tablecloth

Red Plastic Tablecloth

Decorating Tip from Celebrate Express: Lay a black tablecover across your table, then lay red tablecover across your table in the opposite direction to create an eye-pleasing, contrasting look. zz zz

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Twilight Party Decor

Life size cut-outs

Sorry — I am unable to link directly to each cutout. Just search “Twilight”

Bella from the movie Twilight. Life Size Cutout Size 68″ x 19″

Edward Cullen Cutout from the movie Twilight. Life Size Cutout Size 74″ x 17″.

James from the movie Twilight. Life Size Stand Up Size 73″ x 28″

Laurent from the movie Twilight. Life Size Stand Up Size 74″ x 30″

Victoria from the movie Twilight. Life Size Stand Up Size 67″ x 25″ zz

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Posters

You get a lot of bang for your buck when you decorate with posters.

Twilight poster measures 24″ x 36″. When you can live forever what do you live for?

Twilight poster measures 24″ x 36″. And so the lion fell in love with the lamb.

Edward, Twilight Movie Poster measures 24″ x 36″. zz

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Twilight Party Apparel

Go for it — really get into the Twilight zone and dress as your favorite character.

Werewolf Costume

Vampire costumes

Twilight New Moon Bella Swan Green Birthday Dress

Everything Twilight (from t-shirts to scarves to jewelry)

Here is just a small sampling of available designs

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Twilight New Moon Cullen Crest Thermal

Twilight New Moon Jacob Tattoo T-Shirt

Twilight New Moon The Cullens Hoodie

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Hats and Scarves

Twilight New Moon Cullen Crest Beanie

Twilight New Moon Cullen Crest Scarf

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Jewelry

Twilight New Moon Triple Chain Jacob Necklace

Twilight New Moon Triple Chain Edward Necklace

Twilight New Moon Edward Charm Bracelet

Twilight New Moon Jacob Charm Bracelet

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Body Shimmer, Eye Shadow, Lip Gloss, and Body Mist

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Twilight New Moon Volturi – Tainted Love – Immortal Liquid Body Shimmer

Twilight New Moon Volturi – Black Magic – Immortal Liquid Body Shimmer

Twilight New Moon Volturi – Hot Fuchsia – Labyrinth Eye Shadow

Twilight New Moon Volturi – Pewter – Labyrinth Eye Shadow

Twilight New Moon Volturi – Forbidden Fruit – Reign Scented Body Mist

Twilight New Moon Volturi – Bella – Reign Scented Body Mist

Twilight New Moon Volturi – Arsenic – Enrapture Lip Gloss

Twilight New Moon Volturi – Obsess – Enrapture Lip Gloss

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Twilight Games

Scene It? Twilight Deluxe Edition

Twilight scene it? The DVD Game

The Twilight Saga: New Moon — The Movie Board Game

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Amazing Finds

New Moon Pillowcases

Twilight New Moon Edward Pillowcase

Twilight New Moon Poster Art Pillowcase

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Twilight Action Figures

Twilight New Moon Edward Figure (and yes, we are proud owners of our very own Edward action figure!)

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Apples — Forbidden Love

“Apple of My Eye” Mini Candle Favor

Red Apple Lollipop

Jelly Belly Red Apple Beans

“Apple of My Eye” Brownie Pop

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Give Back

We love parties but we love them even more when the host add a charitable element. How about symbolically adopting a baby vampire bat to commemorate your Twilight celebration.

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Adopt a baby vampire bat!

National Wildlife Federation

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Keep checking back since we are constantly scanning the web for the very best in Twilight related products.

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Party Hearty!

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Thanksgiving Entertaining – Part One

It’s Turkey Time!

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Thanksgiving Entertaining– Part Two

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Travel Arrangements

Thanksgiving is without doubt my favorite holiday — beautiful tables, great food, and none of the stress associated with the winter holidays. This is the perfect time to reconnect with loved ones whether they be family or friends. So first things first, if you haven’t yet made your travel arrangements, the time is NOW!

CheapOair.com (Unmatched airfare deals to top destinations round the globe.)

Budget Car Rental

Thrifty Car Rental
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Invitations & Stamps

Thomas Turkey Invitation

Fluttering Leaves Invitation

Wreath Sheaf Card

Gobble Gobble Thanksgiving Invitation

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Don’t forget the stamp

Pilgrim Stamp

Happy Thanksgiving Stamp

Thanksgiving Squirrels

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Happy Thanksgiving Stamp

Gobble Stamp

Personalized Thanksgiving Stamp

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Table Linens and Placemats

Almost any table cloth you own can set the stage for a stunning Thanksgiving table. If you don’t have anything easily accessible or just want to try something new this year, here are a few suggestions.

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Specialty Rental Linens

Autumn Kyota Reversable

Melon Bengaline

Espresso Velvet

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Buy a Thanksgiving tablecloth to use year after year

Thanksgiving Fabric Tablecloth

Waterford “Brixton” Tablecloth

Mahogany Harvest Tablecloth

Mahogany Harvest Plaid Tablecloth

Mahogany Harvest Table Runner

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Placemats

Mix and match these placemats to create a colorful table. We also like to use them on top of a whiteor cream colored tablecloth to make your table pop!

Round Woven Placemats – Set of 12 in Chocolate by tag®
Round Woven Placemats – Set of 12 in Orange by tag®

Round Woven Placemats – Set of 12 in Olive by tag®

Round Woven Placemats – Set of 12 in Red by tag®

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A less expensive, yet equally fun and creative alternative is to use use 12×12 scrap booking paper as a instead of a fabric place mat.

Orange Scalloped Cardstock with Large Eyelets

Orange Glazed Cardstock

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Cutlery & Serving Pieces

Cutlery

What a delightful addition to any Thanksgiving table and are fun to use all year round!

5 Piece Flatware Setting in Pearl Copper
5 Piece Flatware Setting in Olive Green
5 Piece Flatware Setting in Pearlized Red
5 Piece Flatware Setting in Tortoise

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Serving Pieces

Turning leaves spreader

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Dinnerware and Serving Trays

Dinnerware

Ribbed Glass Dinnerware Dinner Plate

Ribbed Glass Dinnerware Salad Plate

Ribbed Glass Dinnerware Soup Bowl

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Serving Trays, Baskets, and Platters

Birds Nest Oval Baskets

14″ Autumn Foliage Tray

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Autumn Magic Candy Dishes (sorry – out of stock until 1/1/10)
Rustic Leaf Wavy Candy Dish

We Are Thankful Platter

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Thanksgiving Flowers

It doesn’t take much time on PartyIdeaPros.com to figure out we love fresh flowers. The deep, warm hues of autumn make for some fabulous flower arrangements. Here are a few (ok more than a few) of our favorites

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Harvest Glow Centerpiece or Amber Waves

Martha Stewart Fall Farmstead Centerpiece

Cranberry Surprise

Wine Country

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Williamsburg Rustic Autumn

Somethin’ Pumpkin

Golden Leaves

Autumn Orchard

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Pumpkin Trio on a Tray with Fall Mini Plants

Lenox Gift of Autumn

Hayride

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Traditional Centerpieces

Family Gathering Centerpiece

Warm and Wonderous

Delight-fall Centerpiece

Autumn Lights Centerpiece

Harvest Hurricane

Martha Stewart Warm Welcome Centerpiece

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Cornucopias

Autumn Cornucopia

Crimson Cornucopia

Bountiful Beauty Fresh Flower Cornucopia

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Wreaths

Fall Harvest Wreath

Radiant Fall Wreath – Preserved

Autumn Beauty Silk Wreath

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Autumn Rose Wreath

Pumpkin Spice Wreath

Culinary Medley Wreath

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Fall Door Swag

Silk Autumn Flower Cascading Arrangement

Fall Garland

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Autumn Leaves Paper String Lights

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Thanksgiving Entertaining – Part Two

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Party Hearty!

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Thanksgiving Entertaining – Part Two

It’s Turkey Time!

Quick update!

Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away and Thanksgiving supplies are flying out the door so don’t dawdle — order those special extras ASAP. Some of my favorite products are already sold out!

Thanksgiving Entertaining – Part One

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Table Settings and Table Decor

Place Card Holders and Place Cards

Maple Leaf Place CardHolders

Silver Pear Place Card Holders

Leaf Place Card Wedding Favor Boxes

(Fill favor box with orange colored chocolate covered sunflower seeds)

Leaf Plantable Seed Wedding Place Cards

Leaf Place Card Holders

Turkey Placecard Holders

Maple leaf place cards and napkin rings

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Napkin Rings

Maple leaf place cards and napkin rings

Bon appetit napkin rings

Vase Napkin Rings (use deep tones and rustic colored fresh or dried flowers)

Candles and Candle Holders

Candlelight not only adds warmth but also elegance to your tale! Do not worry about overdoing it. Below we are featuring options specifically geared to Thanksgiving but just about any candlestick works and don’t be afraid to mix and match.

Turkey Tea Light Candle Holder

Harvest corn taper candles

Comfort Candles

Mondo Glass Votives (stunning but expensive)

Mini Molded Turkey Votive Candles

Pumpkin Tea light Candle Holders

Gourd and Pumpkin Filled Candleholder

Footed Globe Vase in Tortoise

Mondo Glass Hurricane

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Matching glassware

Mondo Glass Pitcher

Mondo Glass Tumblers – Set of 6

Candle Basics

Tea light candles (20 pack)

Autumn Breeze Candles

Amber Flameless LED Tealight Candles

Salt and Pepper Shakers

The Pilgrim Pair Salt and Pepper Shaker

Fall Foliage Turkey Salt & Pepper

Squirrel Salt and Pepper

Mini Gourd Shaped Salt and Pepper Set

Autumn Leaves Salt and Pepper Shaker

Little Gifts of Thanks

Fall Leaf Favor Boxes

Fill with favor boxes with autumn colored candies

Personalized chocolate candies

Jelly belly jelly beans

Personalized Hershey Kiss

Orange colored chocolate covered sunflower seeds

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Powder Room Soaps and Guest Towels

Fall Leaf Soaps

Fall Leaf Soap Petals

Maple Leaf Soaps Wedding Favors

Turkey Embroidered Guest Towels

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Thanksgiving Novelty Food

Nutcrackers

Nutty Squirrel Nutcracker

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Kitchen Supplies and Cooking Ware

Pumpkin Muffin Pan

Pumpkin Pie Recipe Dishtowel by tag®

Desserts

Thanksgiving Pecan Pie Kit

Personalized Fall Cookies

Pumpkin Brownie Pops

Autumn Leaves Lollipops

Turkey Lollipops

Clear Classics Jelly Belly Autumn Mix: 12 Count (sold out)

Chocolate

Turkey Semi-Solid Milk Chocolate (sold out)

Chocolate Turkey Suckers (sold out)

Chocolate Acorn w/Bite-size Chocolate Squirrels (sold out)

Lemon Crunch Leaf (sold out)

Personalized Thanksgiving Lollipop

(Sorry –I can’t link directly to this item, so you will need to do a quick site search)

Pumpkin seeds

Thanksgiving Recipes

Coming Soon!

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Drink

Wine and Wine Accessories

Fall Leaf Wine Bottle Stopper

Fall Leaf Wine Opener

Fall Leaves Wine Decanter

Save time and gas. Buy your dinner wine and gift wine online!

Fall Leaves Wine Glass Collection

Wine Legacy

Sonoma Wine Country

Champagne Gift Crate

Thanksgiving Cocktail Recipes

Coming Soon!

Soda and Cider

Limited Edition ToFurkey and Gravy Jones Soda

Sparkling Cider Mini Bottles

Coasters

Personalized Thanksgiving Turkey Coasters

Kosher Thanksgiving

If done well, it should be dificult to distinguish a kosher Thanksgiving feast from that of a non-Kosher feast. From our experience, the biggest challenge is making the stuffing. Challah works great but if you prefer to use pre-made stuffing, these kosher croutons will work just as well as any of the traditional grocery store boxed stuffing mixes. Soy milk is easily substituted for any recipe calling for milk — I like the vanilla. And use fresh fruits and vegetables! If you leave the baking to others, these apple and pumpkin pies are among the best available.

Kosher Whole Turkey

Kosher Homestyle Stuffing Mix

Kosher Pareve Seasoned Croutons

Kosher Pareve Plain Croutons

Kosher Challah

Kosher Pareve Pumpkin Pie

Kosher Pareve Apple Pie

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New! Thanksgiving Sales at Kosher.com

Yummie Kosher Pumpkin Pie Sale Price $3.99 Regular Price $8.99 Shop now at Kosher.com

Kosher Whole Turkey Sale Price $2.79lb Regular Price $3.99lb Shop now at Kosher.com

Kosher Homestyle Stuffing Mix Sale Price $1.99 Regular Price $3.99 Shop now at Kosher.com

Kosher Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce Sale Price $0.99 Regular Price $1.79lb Shop now at Kosher.com

Kosher Pumpkin Recipes courtesy from Kosher.com

Thanksgiving Costumes

For school performances or simply because you like to get into the Thanksgiving spirit by dressing up!

BuyCostumes.com

Costume Craze

Paper Goods

Plates and Napkins has a fantastic selection of high quality, elegant paper goods. Most patterns come with matching plates, napkins, and occasionally, even guest towels.

Thanksgiving Paper Goods

Fun Turkey Deluxe Party Kit

Thanksgiving Balloons

Turkey Day Balloon

Fall Leaf Balloon

Turkey Shape Balloon

More Thanksgiving

Turkey Honeycomb Centerpiece

Thanksgiving Apparel

Ties

Turkey Tie

Autumn Leaves Tie

Thanksgiving Fence Peekers Tie

Shoes

Gobble Gobble Turkey Keds (Lots of customized options, including the design!)

Slip on a Turkey Shoes

Gobble Gobble Shoes

Shirts

Turkey Fun Hoody

Football Turkey T-Shirt

Gobble til you Wobble Infant Wear

Check out Zazzle’s entire Thanksgiving collection of Ties, Shoes, Embroidered Shirts, and T-shirts!

Make the Night Last a Year

Don’t let this memorable day fade away with the morning sun. The next day, when all is still fresh, log onto Shutterfly.com to create photo books, memory calendars, and even photo thank you notes or create a 5×7 photo card announcing same time next year!

Photo Books

Collage Calendars

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Everything Thanksgiving – Part I