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Nature-inspired, cost-free décor ideas for Thanksgiving

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November 27, 2025

Thanksgiving is the perfect time to make your home feel cosy and you can do it using simple, free ideas, without breaking the bank.

Nature-inspired, cost-free décor ideas for Thanksgiving

Here are some creative ways to make your home warm and welcoming for your guests

One of the easiest ways to decorate is by using branches from your yard or a nearby park.

Elizabeth Vergara, owner of Vergara Homes, suggested people can place the branches in a vase, trim them to different heights and add acorns or pinecones for texture. This looks like fall without spending a dime, as per marthastewart.com.

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