As a college student in Boston far from her hometown in Montana, Skye Drynan (founder and CEO of fashion mega brand House of Skye) relied on friends to open their homes as her extended family for Thanksgiving. Cherished experiences like these inspired her to create a space for others to celebrate the bonds of friendship — sometimes hosting upwards of 28 guests!

So, if you find yourself miles away from family this Thanksgiving, why not invite those closest to you to a Friendsgiving celebration? It’s a fun way to build community among the people who make your life sparkle.

With these simple tips from Skye and her best friend Esther Anaya, you can effortlessly create a memorable gathering.

Set a Tablescape and Rethink Place CardsInstead of place cards, make friendship bracelets adorned with each guest’s name. Not only do they serve as cute decorations, they also double as heartfelt take-home favors.

Use Décor That Does Double DutyThink of food that can also serve as decoration. For example, frozen grapes, cranberries and pomegranate seeds all add a colorful touch to the table and keep drinks cold without watering them down.

Turn Prep into a Pre-partyInvite friends over ahead of time to help with preparations for a fun pre-dinner gathering. Share laughs, raise a glᴀss for a toast, and enjoy the process together — after all, it’s all about creating memories!

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