17 Free Printable Place Cards for Thanksgiving

There's no need for place card holders thanks to this clever design. Print and cut out kraft paper ribbons to arch over each plate and your guests will have no problem finding their seat.

Paper banner place card from In My Own Style

These simple, oval place cards are adhered to toothpicks and inserted into mini pies for a personalized dessert. As an alternative, these labels could also be tied onto cloth napkins or simply laid on a plate.

Mini food flag place cards from The Sweetest Occasion 

Although this place card template requires some folding, the effect is worth a little extra effort. This 3-D slice of pumpkin pie hides a sweet surprise at each place setting...it can be filled with candy!

Pumpkin pie place card by Everyday Dishes 

With just a little scissor work, acorns and pumpkins stand out from the top of this place card. The cards then get folded and glittered to add a little bling to the holiday table. 

Glittered acorn and pumpkin place cards from Charisa Darling 

These colorful place cards would look beautiful on a simple Thanksgiving tablescape set with white dishes and a fall centerpiece. The autumn leaf pattern may be just the pop of color you need to tie everything together.

Colorful autumn leaf place cards from Just Peachy Designs

If your tastes lean towards traditional, try this simple place card template featuring a handsome turkey that will match a set of Spode dishes perfectly.

Classic turkey place cards from Martha Stewart

This place card template allows you to type in the letters of each guest's name before printing. After cutting out each flag and assembling the names as bunting on a length of string, you'll have a whimsical way to show guests where to sit. 

Mini flag bunting place card from DIY Network

A little assembly is required for this turkey place card as well; however, the kids can help with this one. Print out and color the shapes, then use the tail feathers to tell each of your guests why you're thankful for them.

Personalized turkey place card from Dixie Crystals 

If you don't have nice handwriting, try an editable place card template like this one. Simply type the names into the file before printing them! Use any color of card stock to match your table's theme. 

Simple laurel leaf place cards from Designs by Miss Mandee

This colorful feather motif with a chevron pattern will lend a modern touch to any Thanksgiving table. Use novelty place card holders to elevate these pretty cards even more.

Feather place cards from Name Tag Jungle

Speaking of feathers, check out this idea. Craft cute feather pencils as party favors, then use the place card as a way to display them. Guests can write down what they're thankful for, then share their thoughts throughout dinner.

Place cards with feather pencils from Crafting Chicks

This pretty place card template sports modern fall florals on a dark background, which will really pop against white plates. 

 Black place cards with fall florals from Today's Creative Life

Download and print these pretty leaf shapes to use as place cards. You can lay these right on top of each plate, or punch a hole in them to string them around a napkin, a wine glass, or even small pumpkins or gourds.

Fall leaf place cards from Intimate Weddings 

This leaf place card template is simple and elegant. A dusting of color around the edge, and a simple fold in the middle gives it dimension. Tie on a couple of acorns for a touch more natural beauty.

Elegant leaf place card from EAB Designs 

Here's another place card template that lets you personalize each one before printing the set. Leaves and berries adorn this tent card, along with a simple reminder to "Give Thanks."

Leaf and berry place card from Elegance and Enchantment 

Have a kids' table? Use these playful turkeys to tell all of your little pilgrims where to sit. This way, you'll be able to separate the more mischievous cousins from one another.

Playful turkey place cards from Capturing Joy

This place card doubles as a napkin holder. The kraft paper cuffs can be customized before printing, then slip effortlessly over a table setting to keep things organized and elegant.

Kraft paper place card from Fantabulosity