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As Thanksgiving approaches, many girlies come together to celebrate their gratitude for friendship! Here are some party themes for you and your gal pals this Girlsgiving and tips for putting them together.

Grateful & Bow-tiful Girlsgiving

Establish this trendy theme with a chic combination of warm oranges, reds, whites, gold and eye-catching black accents.

Decorate napkin rings, silverware and chair backs with lovely mini satin bows. For the centerpiece, arrange flowers with bold ribbon bows and add a fun element by tying bows to balloon strings. Finally, set up a DIY bow-making area for guests to design their accessories. You may also incorporate a photo booth with colorful bow props and a bow-adorned backdrop for lasting memories.

Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice

Picture a cozy atmosphere filled with warm hues of orange, rich brown and deep crimson. Decorate with adorable mini pumpkins, glowing candles, cozy plaid blankets and enchanting fairy lights.

To top it off, treat yourself to a variety of pumpkin spice delights. Think lattes, pies, muffins and even spiced cocktails.

Get creative with activities like pumpkin carving or painting. You may even set up a charming DIY hot cocoa station for a perfect fall gathering.

Fall Picnic

Consider this warm and earthy theme for your Girlsgiving–or even just a general Friendsgiving event.

Distribute an assortment of colorful throw pillows and woven baskets across the room, which will be arranged on soft rugs to create a comforting atmosphere. Go a step further and include crafts for friendship bracelets to promote creative designs. With this theme, the participants may even be encouraged to help setting up.

There are many beautiful parks where you could host this picnic, but if you’re in the area, Eleanor Tinsley Park in Houston offers the perfect backdrop for your celebration!

Pajama Party Potluck

Organize a delightful Pajama Party Potluck for your Girlsgiving gathering, where relaxation and comfort take center stage.

To create the cozy atmosphere, drape your room in blankets. In addition to this, throw pillows around and add string lights around to create a warm and inviting space.

Include Thanksgiving classics such as creamy mac and cheese, turkey sliders and popcorn. To add a little more pizzazz, include DIY s’mores on the menu as treats for your guests.

For added fun, consider some holiday-themed, rom-com movies or, instead, some pampering sessions top off the gratitude season celebrations.

Girlsgiving Roast & Toast

Invite your friends over for a fun-filled night of roasts and toasts!

Enjoy a simple yet satisfying meal such as pizza–a minimalist but practical choice for an evening full of laughter and drinks.

Each person will showcase a humorous slideshow on a topic they desire followed by raised glasses to toast to the highs and lows of the evening. With entertaining topics and quirky subjects, you’re guaranteed a night brimming with joy, unexpected moments and genuine appreciation!

Any of the these themes would help elevate your Girlsgiving to another level–creating space for good food, great company, photos and so much more!

Pick one, or maybe even two, and start planning with your gal pals before the season is over.

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