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Spoiler alert: If it’s your first rodeo hosting Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving, you’re going to need a few more essentials than you normally have on hand for your every night dinners. From cooking tools to decorations, we’ve rounded up some must-haves you’ll want to stock up on even before planning your menu. Get to it—Thanksgiving is coming in hot!
1. Sonos Wireless Smart Speakers Starter Set, $298
You’ll need to set the tone for a fun evening.
2. LOHASCASA Navy Blue Plaid Tablecloth, $23.90
Decorate your table in plaid or harvest hues.
3. Round Woven Champagne Placemats, $19.99
Add a little shine with some champagne placemats.
4. Rust Orange and Navy Plaid Cloth Napkins, $28
It’s going to get messy. Be stylishly prepared.
5. Handcrafted Wooden Napkin Rings, $19.99
Wooden napkin rings are a nice touch.
6. Stone & Beam Ceramic Vase, $34.99
Add some flair to the table with a vase full of flowers in fall hues.
7. Gurgle Pot, $40
The cutest water pitcher that makes a gurgling sound when pouring.
8. AmazonBasics 18-Piece Glassware Set, $24.99
Be sure to have plenty of glassware on hand.
9. Riedel Wine Glasses, Pay for 6 get 8, $149.95
And plenty of wine glasses!
10. Rachael Ray 12-pc. Dinnerware Set, $44.04
The more guests you’re hosting, the more plates you’ll need.
11. Rose Gold Flatware, $46.98
Take your flatware up a notch.
12. Thankful Serving Platter, $44.95
You’ll likely need a few platters—one for the turkey, and a few for the sides.
13. Set of 4 Indian Serving Spoons, $11.99
You always need more serving spoons than you think!
14. Cook N Home Roaster, $27.37
Speaking of turkey… You’ll need a pan to roast the bird.
15. Norpro Nylon Baster, $3.95
And a baster to cover it with juices.
16. Turkey Pop- Up Timers, $9.99
These will let you know when the bird is done cooking!
17. Top Chef 2-Piece Carving Set, $18.59
A sharp carving set will allow you to easily slice the turkey.
18. EXTRA LARGE Bamboo Cutting Board with Deep Juice Groove, $21.99
And of course, a sturdy cutting board to cut the turkey and any vegetables for roasting.
19. Le Creuset Signature Cast-Iron Dutch Oven, $339.95
Invest in this popular must-have that come in handy when making mashed potatoes.
20. Cook’ N Carry Portable Slow Cooker, $22.50
Use a Crock-Pot to easily make sides.
21. Denim Apron, $11.58
Don’t forget to cover your fancy Thanksgiving duds in an apron.
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Melody Rose Rowan is the CEO + hostess with the mostess at @CuteStays. When she isn’t blogging about style and interior design for her blog MustacheMelrose.com, Melody can be found renovating @MaxineTheAirstream with her husband, Scott, or playing with her two rescue dog-sons, Jake and Finn. Say hi at @mustachemelrose!
