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The Best Things to Buy at Hobby Lobby for Thanksgiving

The DIY hub has everything from festive decor to food containers.

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It’s no secret that Hobby Lobby is one of the best places to shop for seasonal items. The aisles are usually overflowing with all of the accessories and items you might need to dress up your home—especially if you’ve got a knack for crafting or like to DIY. Ahead of Thanksgiving, shoppers have taken to social media to show off some of their favorite finds that could make your home or dinner table look festive and full. Read on for the best things to buy at Hobby Lobby for Thanksgiving.

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1 | Candles

fall candles at hobby lobby

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Fall is one time of year where a scented candle can be an especially important piece of decor. According to a recent TikTok posted by user @mamaaamaliaaa, there’s is no shortage of options at Hobby Lobby, including different sizes, scents, and even LED options. The best part? They’re already listed at 50 percent off.

2 | Aluminum pans

Aluminum pans from hobby lobby

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Whether you’re baking a casserole, side dish, or dessert, you can never really have too many aluminum pans handy on Thanksgiving.

TikTok user @empowered_dreamer_v explains that she recently made plans to host her parents for the big meal, showing off items she picked up from Hobby Lobby, including these convenient disposable containers. The set also includes festive cardboard tops that can be used to turn the dish into a storage container.

3 | Festive aprons

Festive apron at Hobby Lobby

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Even the best chefs know that you run risk of spilling on yourself and ruining your outfit while you're cooking. Fortunately, you can look still great in a festive apron from Hobby Lobby when whipping up your Thanksgiving feat.

In her video, @mamaaamaliaaa shows off one option that reads, “pumpkin spice and everything nice.”

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4 | Plastic food storage containers

Plastic food storage containers

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If there's one thing Thanksgiving is famous for, it's leftovers. If you want to be prepared to stretch out your feast across the following days, @empowered_dreamer_v suggests grabbing a festive set of plastic food storage containers. The 12-piece set sells for $9.99—but it's already marked down 50 percent.

5 | To-go food containers

To-go food containers at Hobby Lobby

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Besides the food you plan on keeping for yourself, if you're hosting, it’s also customary to send any guests home with some leftovers.

TikTik user @carmeng.lopez recently posted a video showing off a set of round aluminum to-go containers that look just like the type you’d find in a restaurant, calling them her “favorite.”

6 | Seasonal throw pillows

seasonal pillows at tiktok

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If you’re looking a simple yet effective way to dress up your home for any holiday, look no further than a decorative throw pillow.

In their video, @mamaaamaliaaa points out the wide selection available at Hobby Lobby, which includes some with autumnal sayings and others with fall prints and colors. At the very least, these can come in handy when taking a tryptophan-induced nap on the couch.

7 | Festive tableware

Festive tableware at Hobby Lobby

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When the entire point of a holiday is the epic feast, it becomes even more important to make sure your table looks its very best. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of options at Hobby Lobby that can help spruce up your settings.

In her video, @mamaaamaliaaa shows off an aisle endcap display filled with festive items you can use when it comes time to serve. There’s everything from plastic flatware and plates to themed napkins and colorful cups.

@empowered_dreamer_v went a step further and actually purchased a few of the items. Her haul includes decorative paper plates (which will also help lessen the burden on your dishwasher), plastic cups, silverware holders, and even place cards.

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8 | Games

Games at Hobby Lobby

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Even if the meal is the star of the show, anyone who’s not in the kitchen will still need a way to pass the time. @carmeng.lopez shows off a few options in her quick video, picking up a tic-tac-toe and bingo game for her guests. She also grabs a few quick turkey-themed crafting options she says she’ll be giving out to the kids at her Friendsgiving.

9 | Wall and table decorations

Wall decorations at Hobby Lobby

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Looking for a festive motif to replace your spooky decor ahead of Christmas? Hobby Lobby is chock-full of turkey day-themed signage (as seen in @mamaaamaliaaa’s video).

Looking to get a little crafty? Hobby Lobby is also selling an assortment of garlands, faux foliage, and more that can be used to make a stunning table centerpiece or an entryway decoration.

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