Gathering Autumnal Hosting Inspiration From Special Goodwill Fall Decor

By Felicia Czochanski Bisaro

It’s the season to reflect on all the blessings in your life, including the people who make each day special. Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving or another fall gathering with loved ones, Goodwill® has the well-loved and, in some cases, still-new home goods that can elevate the atmosphere to something extra special.

I love taking a trip to Goodwill ahead of hosting because I know I’ll be able to lean into a theme without breaking the bank. Some of my finds on this trip even inspired different appetizers I want to make for my next fall gathering!

Check out the finds belowI picked up at my local Goodwill store. New treasures are brought out each day, so you never know what you might come across!

Coming across this ceramic-glazed maple leaf bowl, I instantly knew I had to pick it up. Its size is so versatile. It’s the perfect bowl for an elevated chip and dip combination, like sweet potato chips instead of tortilla chips, or a big vessel for dips for a big gathering!

Sticking with the appetizer theme, finding a wooden cutting board for $3.99 is a steal in general, but this one in its perfect pumpkin shape is an incredible find! I’ll be using this all fall long creating snacking boards for friends and family. You can do a veggie board, a cheese board or a full-on charcuterie board depending on the dietary restrictions and preferences of your guests!

A golden ceramic platter with beautiful border detailing made my mind instantly go to desserts — my favorite! This would be the perfect cookie platter for an autumnal blondie, snickerdoodle or pumpkin-spice cookie. Platters like this make me want to put my apron on and get baking!

As a bookworm, some of my gatherings each month are for my book clubs. Finding these gorgeous carved wooden maple leaf bookends for $4.99 each was such a steal. They will become an instant statement piece on any bookshelf while also serving as a great centerpiece as well. If you’re like me and collect cookbooks, I’m sure there will be some you’ll want to highlight for the season, and this could be a great way to do it.

Finally, after a gathering with loved ones with good food and company, there’s nothing better than leaning back and getting cozy on the couch. This adorable embroidered pillow featuring fall animals and leaves is a great decorative piece that can be used all season long.

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