{"id":6887,"date":"2017-10-10T11:52:22","date_gmt":"2017-10-10T15:52:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/?p=6887"},"modified":"2023-12-05T07:39:50","modified_gmt":"2023-12-05T12:39:50","slug":"11-tips-to-throwing-the-best-friendsgiving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/11-tips-to-throwing-the-best-friendsgiving\/","title":{"rendered":"22 FRIENDSGIVING IDEAS TO HOST THE BEST FRIENDSGIVING PARTY IN 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Ready for some <strong>epic Friendsgiving ideas<\/strong> you can use this year? November: the month of fall goodies. Everything from pumpkin pie to roasted turkeys will be making appearances all month. And while it\u2019s just the precursor to the bigger \u2014 even more festive \u2014 event that is the holiday season, November is all about Thanksgiving. Even though the big day is close to the end of the month, everyone is likely already in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/104-things-to-be-thankful-for-this-thanksgiving\/\">thankful mood<\/a>. Not to mention hungry. Hungry for mashed potatoes, pecan pie and all the stuffing. Yum\u2026 What were we talking about?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/flatlay-of-friends-feasting-at-thanksgiving-day-table-with-turkey-picture-id1063025552.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16091\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/flatlay-of-friends-feasting-at-thanksgiving-day-table-with-turkey-picture-id1063025552.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/flatlay-of-friends-feasting-at-thanksgiving-day-table-with-turkey-picture-id1063025552-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/flatlay-of-friends-feasting-at-thanksgiving-day-table-with-turkey-picture-id1063025552-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>Right \u2014 November. Aside from hosting the single biggest Food Coma Day (aka <a href=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/cards\/holidays\/thanksgiving\">Thanksgiving<\/a>) of the year, November is also host to a slew of Thanksgiving-themed feasts all leading up to the big day. Friendsgivings will be popping up all over the place and all over your calendar. And if you\u2019re the one hosting this years\u2019 gathering, you must be very excited! We know we are! <strong>Hosting Friendsgiving can be a little stressful, but it doesn\u2019t have to be.<\/strong> Mostly because we\u2019ve got Friendsgiving party ideas that\u2019ll make this year\u2019s gathering one to remember. Friendsgiving is your chance to test out that special recipe you\u2019re hoping to showcase at the real deal (Thanksgiving). Think of this gathering as your dress rehearsal. It\u2019s also your opportunity to get a little creative. This isn\u2019t Thanksgiving. Grandma isn\u2019t going to be there making sure everything is up to traditional standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Go ahead and make a giant ham instead of a turkey \u2014 if you so wish. Your friends won\u2019t mind. If you\u2019re keen for some fresh Friendsgiving ideas \u2014 we got you covered. <strong>Everything from Friendsgiving menu ideas to funky decor inspiration<\/strong> \u2014 this list is full of everything you\u2019ll need to host the greatest Friendsgiving of all time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Navigate Your Way Around This Article:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"#invites\">Inviting friends to your Friendsgiving<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#menu-tips\">Menu Tips<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#menu-ideas\">Specific Menu Ideas<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#decor\">Friendsgiving Decor Ideas<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#activities\">Friendsgiving Activities<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#host\">Planning and Hosting Tips<\/a><\/li><\/li><\/ul>\n<br>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"invites\">Don\u2019t Forget To Send Friendsgiving Invitations!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before we dive into all the ideas, let us not forget the thing that\u2019ll get your party started: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/cards\/invitations\/holiday-party-invitations\">the invites<\/a>. Your guests will need around two weeks to make plans to attend your Friendsgiving so <strong>make sure they have the invites in their hands about 2-3 weeks in advance<\/strong>. Any more and they\u2019ll forget about the event; any less will prevent them from making arrangements in time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sure, you could send a text, an email, or even set up a Facebook event\u2026 OR you could send real, hold-in-your-hand <a href=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/cards\/everyday\/love-friendship\">Friendsgiving invitations<\/a> that will be impossible to ignore. Plus, real paper invites give your party a little extra class.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>*Bonus Friendsgiving idea:<\/strong> send your real paper Friendsgiving invites with Postable. You never have to lick a stamp. Just customize your invite (and there are many designer creations to choose from), write a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/thanksgiving-message-what-to-write-for-your-thanksgiving-wishes\/\">thoughtful message<\/a>, enter addresses, and click send.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Postable will mail your invites for you.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/POSTABLE1806.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16093\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/POSTABLE1806.png 600w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/POSTABLE1806-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/POSTABLE1806-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"button-cta vertical\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/projects\/create\/POSTABLE1806\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Send this invite!<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"menu-tips\">How To Host A Friendsgiving: Menu Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before diving into specific Friendsgiving menu ideas, let\u2019s cover the basics. Should you cook the entire Friendsgiving dinner yourself? Can you do a lunch or brunch or even a breakfast Friendsgiving? What if you\u2019re allergic to cooking, but still want to host a Friendsgiving? Will your friends have an uprising if there\u2019s no turkey to be seen?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All really great questions we hope to answer below. But to sum things up as we usually do with these types of things: <strong>you do you<\/strong>. Tradition is cool, but if you\u2019re the kind to dance to the beat of your own drum, we say go for it! <strong>Host Friendsgiving your way \u2014 whatever that means.<\/strong> We\u2019re just here to help make the process easier and help you with some fun ideas for&nbsp; Friendsgiving. Take what you like, leave what you don\u2019t.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What To Make For Friendsgiving: Turkey<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Unless you\u2019re some sort of superhuman cooking genius who finds cooking two epic feasts a fun endeavor, we wouldn\u2019t recommend taking on the entire Friendsgiving menu yourself. Perhaps if you\u2019re not responsible for Thanksgiving you\u2019ll be more inclined to do all of the Friendsgiving dishes, but just in case you\u2019re not\u2026 <strong>We\u2019d suggest hosting a Friendsgiving potluck to make the whole thing more manageable.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>*However, the main event should definitely be up to the host. Cooking a turkey and transporting it is too much to ask of your guests so be sure to take this part of the Friendsgiving menu on yourself.*&nbsp;<br><strong>The <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fsis.usda.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/media_file\/2021-04\/Lets_Talk_Turkey.pdf\"><strong>USDA <\/strong><\/a><strong>says 1 lb of turkey per person<\/strong> (or bigger if you\u2019re looking to have leftovers). Don\u2019t forget to give yourself time to thaw the turkey if it\u2019s going to be frozen (24 hours for every 4 to 5 lbs). There are also some gourmet groceries that will roast a turkey and deliver it to you if you don\u2019t feel like taking on such an enormous task. And to that end, <strong>you can even get creative with your Friendsgiving menu by making a few small \u2018main events\u2019 like a pork loin, ham, and even tofurkey<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/iStock-614210082.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/iStock-614210082.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/iStock-614210082-300x142.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/iStock-614210082-768x364.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. What To Bring To Friendsgiving: Side Dishes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>As far as Friendsgiving food ideas go, ask your friends to bring their favorite Thanksgiving dish or something unique to their own traditions.<\/strong> It\u2019s much easier for guests to bring over a casserole than a giant turkey. The friends who are completely useless in a kitchen can contribute booze to the party. Be sure to have an empty table ready to go for your guests to place their dishes. Include a tall glass filled with serving utensils that guests can place into their dishes. A fun addition could be blank table tents (or sticky notes) on which to write their dish\u2019s name to spark conversation (and make it easier on everyone when serving themselves later). You can also use brown paper to serve as a tablecloth that you can write on. <strong>Leave markers out so that your guests can write the names of their Friendsgiving dishes directly on the table.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. <\/strong>Don\u2019t Forget The Booze<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of your guests will be bringing booze to contribute so don\u2019t feel like you have to have enough alcohol to last all night. You should, however, <strong>have some booze to get things started<\/strong> like a few bottles of red wine or even one giant pitcher\/container of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodandwine.com\/cocktails-spirits\/fall-cocktails\">fall cocktail<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Keep A Running List Of Friendsgiving Dishes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sweet potatoes are all fine and dandy, but when everyone decides to make them it doesn\u2019t work out well. <strong>Make sure to organize your Friendsgiving menu ahead of time to make sure all the bases are covered. <\/strong>You can use Facebook to organize the menu. Ask your guests to comment with their dish and keep an updated list of the menu in the description so guests will know what\u2019s left.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Make for Friendsgiving<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ok, so you\u2019ve got a general idea of how to approach your Friendsgiving menu situation. Now for the specifics. We told you we were full of Friendsgiving ideas and we weren\u2019t joking. Have at it and remember: <strong>don\u2019t feel like you have to replicate these ideas exactly<\/strong>. This isn\u2019t an invitation for a Pinterest fail. Take these Friendsgiving food ideas and adjust them so that they work for your resources and budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Themed Cookies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone loves a good cookie. Ok, most everyone with a soul anyway. Keep it simple by baking your favorite cookies in their good old fashioned circular shapes or get creative and use some fall themed cookie cutters. <strong>This is one Friendsgiving food idea that is versatile and can serve both as a yummy treat as well as decor. <\/strong>We love efficiency! Don\u2019t be fooled, you can totally bake adorable cookies with a <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/best-sugar-cookies\/\">simple cookie recipe<\/a> and a turkey (or some other fall theme) shaped cookie cutter. If you\u2019d rather just order ready-made cookies and it\u2019s in your budget for the Friendsgiving menu, go for it!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Set up a dessert or cookie table or use a large single cookie as part of the table setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CIEqvC0AZCo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"718\" height=\"978\" src=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-2.32.33-PM.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16096\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-2.32.33-PM.jpg 718w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-2.32.33-PM-220x300.jpg 220w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 718px) 100vw, 718px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Friendsgiving Pies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not feeling up to cooking TWO turkeys (one for your Friendsgiving and another for the actual Thanksgiving meal) then we\u2019ve got good news: you can still host a Friendsgiving party. <strong>Narrow your Friendsgiving menu with a theme so nobody expects a turkey or even a full-blown meal. <\/strong>For example, you could host a <a href=\"https:\/\/ourpotluckfamily.com\/friendsgiving-tea-party\/\">Friendsgiving Tea Time<\/a> (with turkey filled tea sandwiches and pumpkin spiced lattes). Other ideas for&nbsp; Friendsgiving themes include a pie theme: Have everyone make a pie (potluck style) and set up a Pie Bar for everyone to enjoy. It\u2019ll be a memorable experience and you can go ham on the decorations!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"735\" height=\"475\" src=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/iStock-1002299342.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16097\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/iStock-1002299342.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/iStock-1002299342-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Custom Themed Wine Labels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Drinks certainly fall under the menu purview and wine is typically a crowd favorite. As we\u2019ve already mentioned with the cookies, you can have your Friendsgiving menu items work double time. <strong>By getting custom wine labels, like these from <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/650555415\/wine-bottle-labels-for-thanksgiving?ga_order=most_relevant&amp;ga_search_type=all&amp;ga_view_type=gallery&amp;ga_search_query=friendsgiving&amp;ref=sr_gallery-1-21&amp;organic_search_click=1\"><strong>HarperandIvy on Etsy<\/strong><\/a><strong>, you\u2019re adding a bit of decoration and Friendsgiving vibes without adding extra decorations.<\/strong> Your wine will serve as both the booze and the decor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/il_1588xN.1696192143_mvfy.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16098\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/il_1588xN.1696192143_mvfy.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/il_1588xN.1696192143_mvfy-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/il_1588xN.1696192143_mvfy-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Friendsgiving Ideas: Skip The Pies, Have A Cake<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Who says you can\u2019t have Friendsgiving cake and eat it, too?! As much as we love a good pumpkin pie, <strong>if you\u2019re feeling like a cake is in order for your Friendsgiving party, then go for it<\/strong>! Just add a delightful little Happy Friendsgiving cake topper (like this one from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/896790753\/happy-friendsgiving-cake-topper?ga_order=most_relevant&amp;ga_search_type=all&amp;ga_view_type=gallery&amp;ga_search_query=friendsgiving&amp;ref=sr_gallery-15-4&amp;organic_search_click=1\">Celebrationhill on Etsy<\/a>) and voila!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/il_1588xN.2677575027_fqa3-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16099\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/il_1588xN.2677575027_fqa3-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/il_1588xN.2677575027_fqa3-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/il_1588xN.2677575027_fqa3.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Friendsgiving Ideas For The Decor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you\u2019ve already probably noticed, we\u2019ve suggested a few Friendsgiving party ideas for decorations by using your menu items to serve double duty. That doesn\u2019t mean, however, that you can\u2019t also have <strong>other Friendsgiving decorations to spice things up for your gathering<\/strong>. Here are some fun ideas to get you started.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Ideas for Friendsgiving Decorations And Party Favors That Are Actually Useful<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s get real for a moment \u2014 useless party favors are, well, useless. Another shot glass? Why? And while party favors are totally optional when it comes to Friendsgivings, if you want to have some nonetheless why not give out favors that people will actually use (and love). <strong>And who doesn\u2019t love adorable little succulents?!?<\/strong> They\u2019re like puppies, only smaller and less playful. Get extra crafty with this Friendsgiving idea by using them initially as your friendsgiving party decor. That way they give life to your party and then your guests can help you clean up by taking home a little piece of the event with them<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"724\" height=\"483\" src=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/iStock-863472692.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16100\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/iStock-863472692.jpg 724w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/iStock-863472692-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 724px) 100vw, 724px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Give The Fall Colors A Rest<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s nothing wrong with traditional Fall colors. In fact, we\u2019re huge fans. But in case you\u2019re dreaming up a Friendsgiving that\u2019s coloring outside the lines, why not go for something different. <strong>You can literally use any color scheme you want. <\/strong>Throw caution to the wind and get creative with your Friendsgiving party ideas. If you\u2019re not in love with the idea of throwing the fall theme totally out of the running, consider incorporating untraditional colors into the mix in a more subtle way. Think rose golds and deep blush pinks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CHJvz1VgwOU\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"666\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-2.28.37-PM-666x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16101\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-2.28.37-PM-666x1024.jpg 666w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-2.28.37-PM-195x300.jpg 195w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-2.28.37-PM.jpg 722w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 666px) 100vw, 666px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Want a Friendsgiving theme with pink and gold? Do it. <strong>Remember, there are no rules that can\u2019t be broken on Friendsgiving<\/strong>. Don\u2019t be surprised if your party decor is the talk of Instagram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CIOg5Q9ArCq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"878\" src=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-2.30.47-PM.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16102\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-2.30.47-PM.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-2.30.47-PM-246x300.jpg 246w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Personal Place Setting At Your Friendsgiving Table<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to make assigned seating for your Friendsgiving \u2014 assuming it\u2019s a smaller affair \u2014 <strong>here\u2019s your chance to really personalize the experience for your guests<\/strong> with lovely custom place settings, like this one from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/871434926\/friendsgiving-place-cards-printable?ga_order=most_relevant&amp;ga_search_type=all&amp;ga_view_type=gallery&amp;ga_search_query=friendsgiving&amp;ref=sr_gallery-15-23&amp;organic_search_click=1&amp;pro=1\">EdenwoodPaperie on Etsy<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/il_1588xN.2583917490_f76d-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16104\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/il_1588xN.2583917490_f76d-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/il_1588xN.2583917490_f76d-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/il_1588xN.2583917490_f76d-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/il_1588xN.2583917490_f76d.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Let The Friendsgiving Dishes Pop With Color&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On the complete other end of that colorful spectrum, here\u2019s a Friendsgiving idea that allows the food to shine. Gather a bunch of small to medium sized pumpkins and paint them all white. <strong>Go with an all white decor theme and let the colors in the food make your Friendsgiving table POP!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"724\" height=\"483\" src=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/iStock-1068687284.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16105\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/iStock-1068687284.jpg 724w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/iStock-1068687284-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 724px) 100vw, 724px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13.<strong> <\/strong>Add A FRIENDS Theme To Your Friendsgiving<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you and your friends huge fans of FRIENDS? (How many times do you think we can say \u2018friends\u2019 in one sentence?) If you are, you\u2019d know that Thanksgiving is kind of a yearly tradition for that group and so why not throw your own <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodnetwork.com\/thanksgiving\/thanksgiving-entertaining\/the-one-with-a-friends-friendsgiving-party\">FRIENDS-themed Friendsgiving<\/a>?!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CH6JxJHB_VH\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"716\" height=\"924\" src=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-2.35.11-PM.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16106\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-2.35.11-PM.jpg 716w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-2.35.11-PM-232x300.jpg 232w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 716px) 100vw, 716px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Fall Themed Decor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not into the trendy, non traditional approach to your decor? You can make your Friendsgiving event a classic fall affair without too much effort. You don\u2019t need a big budget to pull off an elegant Fall party with Fall themed decor. <strong>A simple way to add a little fall elegance to your Friendsgiving is by including a couple cinnamon sticks with a few dried eucalyptus strands and using twine to wrap it around the napkin.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"724\" height=\"483\" src=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/iStock-1044708246.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16107\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/iStock-1044708246.jpg 724w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/iStock-1044708246-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 724px) 100vw, 724px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15.<strong> <\/strong>Friendsgiving Ideas For Leftovers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The best part of any November feast (whether that be Friendsgiving or Thanksgiving or anything in between) is, of course, the leftovers! You cook and you cook and you cook only to have leftovers in the fridge for days on end. Well, if you\u2019re hosting the Friendsgiving you may not have enough room in your own fridge to house all the leftovers you\u2019re bound to have.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>This Friendsgiving food idea is both functional and decorative (again with the efficiency!).<strong> Set up a little corner with to-go containers<\/strong>, like these from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/570336307\/leftovers-kit-dinner-left-over-bags?ga_order=most_relevant&amp;ga_search_type=all&amp;ga_view_type=gallery&amp;ga_search_query=friendsgiving&amp;ref=sr_gallery-4-35&amp;organic_search_click=1\">ACottageIndustry on Etsy<\/a>, that your guests can fill up themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"794\" height=\"794\" src=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/il_794xN.1391980569_c24h.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16108\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/il_794xN.1391980569_c24h.jpg 794w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/il_794xN.1391980569_c24h-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/il_794xN.1391980569_c24h-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/il_794xN.1391980569_c24h-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 794px) 100vw, 794px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Friendsgiving Activities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ok, so we\u2019ve covered the food and the decorations. <strong>Now, let us share some unique and fun Friendsgiving ideas for things to do during your party. <\/strong>That\u2019s not to say that eating, drinking, and mingling isn\u2019t enough. However if you\u2019re looking for a little extra something for you and your guests to do, we\u2019ve got you covered with these Friendsgiving activities for adults.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">16. A Friendsgiving Pi\u00f1ata?!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Why, yes indeed! <strong>If you\u2019re looking for unconventional Friendsgiving party ideas then this one will be right up your alley. <\/strong>Pi\u00f1atas are sort of a crowd favorite and although they\u2019re not typically associated with this time of year, why not get a Fall\/Thanksgiving themed one and have your friends go at it?! Fill it with Fall goodies like pumpkin spiced\u2026 anything. This will definitely be a Friendsgiving activity your guests will enjoy and remember all season long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CHzCyQAA3AV\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"936\" src=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-2.37.39-PM.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16109\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-2.37.39-PM.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-2.37.39-PM-231x300.jpg 231w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">17. Thank You Note Station<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A lovely way to end your Friendsgiving is to have everyone leave with gratitude. Of all the ideas for Friendsgiving out there, this one is probably our favorite \u2014 and it\u2019s probably not hard to tell why. <strong>A lovely Friendsgiving activity is to have your friends write thank you notes to someone in their lives.<\/strong> Nobody else has to know what they write, this is one of those activities that can be done as a group, but without sharing (unless of course someone would like to).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/NOTEWORTHY160.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16110\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/NOTEWORTHY160.png 600w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/NOTEWORTHY160-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/NOTEWORTHY160-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"button-cta horizontal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/card\/give-thanks-leaves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Get a box of these!<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Set up a table with lots of fun (and empty) thank you cards along with writing utensils, envelopes, and stamps at the ready. <strong>Your guests can pick their card, write their note to anyone they\u2019d like and seal their envelope right at your Friendsgiving.<\/strong> At the end of your party, you can place all the thank you notes in the mail for them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Throw a Friendsgiving<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve even compiled tips, specifically for all you hosts-to-be, to throw the most epic Friendsgiving ever. We know how exciting the prospect of throwing your very own Thanksgiving themed get together can be so if you\u2019re already knee deep in planning please, don\u2019t let us stop you. <strong>However, if you\u2019ve had a chance to stop and smell the pumpkin pie \u2014 you\u2019ll want to read these Friendsgiving party ideas before you dive deep into your planning.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">18. Don\u2019t Invite More Than You Can Fit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The more the merrier doesn\u2019t always work for dinner parties (or any party where food is the focus). If there\u2019s no room for your guests to put down a plate of food and a glass of wine (or a hot toddy) then you\u2019ve got a problem. <strong>When making your invite list, think of your closest friends first<\/strong>. Once you\u2019ve got this down and you still think there\u2019s room for more \u2014 list the folks that may not have Thanksgiving plans of their own or have no family around. At least they\u2019ll get to spend one large meal surrounded by great people, wine, and turkey!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">19. Send Paper Invites<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200b\u200bSpeaking of a guest list, send out real paper invites! <strong>Keep your Friendsgiving classy with nice (and fun!) paper invites.<\/strong> This Friendsgiving idea will totally surprise your guests and give them even more reason to make it to your event. You can even include a Facebook event page on the invite where guests can go to RSVP and organize the menu.<strong> [pro tip: You can mail your real paper Friendsgiving invites straight from your computer with Postable.]<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Send beautiful Friendsgiving invitations in minutes. Postable will print, address, and mail them for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"block-blurb\">\n    <p>Send beautiful Friendsgiving invitations in minutes. Postable will print, address, and mail them for you.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"button-cta\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/cards\/invitations\/holiday-party-invitations\" target=\"\u201c_blank\u201d\" rel=\"\u201cnofollow noopener\" noopener=\"\">Start Here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">20. Food Over Decor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Go easy on yourself. Hosting a Friendsgiving can be a lot. If you\u2019re feeling overwhelmed and need to let go of something, then don\u2019t worry so much about going all out on the decorations. <strong>The main event at a Friendsgiving is the menu<\/strong>, but if you want to spice up the room you can add a few pumpkins here and there. Lighting is also a super easy way to add decor without compromising precious space. Hang new lights around your home and use colorful bulbs to add a little Fall-esque feel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">21. Invite Friends To Prep With You<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Have some friends come over early to cook. It will feel so much more like Thanksgiving and will make the preparations for the dinner so much more fun! <strong>Prepare some early treats for this group<\/strong> by plopping some bacon in the oven or even preparing a giant quiche ahead of time so you can eat while you prepare to eat some more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">22. Things To Have Ahead Of Your Friendsgiving Party<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best ideas for Friendsgiving we can share is to plan ahead. Get things ready days ahead of time so you\u2019re not stressing out or forgetting something last minute. Make sure you have the following:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>plates&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cups\/glasses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>utensils<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>napkins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cooler\/bucket for drinks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>space in the fridge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>chairs\/seating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>garbage bags<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>toilet paper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>hand soap<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>hand towels&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a playlist<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019t Forget To Have Fun!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hosting a bunch of people can get stressful. Don\u2019t let the little things get you all flustered. <strong>As you review this list of ideas for Friendsgiving and get ready for the big day, remember this is your chance to spend time with your closest friends and enjoy a massive feast together!<\/strong> Enjoy!!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/POSTABLE2320.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16111\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/POSTABLE2320.png 600w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/POSTABLE2320-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/POSTABLE2320-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"button-cta vertical\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/projects\/create\/POSTABLE2320\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Send this invite!<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"block-blurb\">\n    <p>Send beautiful Friendsgiving invitations in minutes. 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