Let’s show you how to make a Thanksgiving dinner menu in a jiffy with Canva.
Even more than the food, it is your friends and family who make it so special.
If you’re planning to throw a Thanksgiving dinner party, you have come to the right place.
We are here to help you create a dinner menu with Canva.
It’s so easy that evenkids can create many fun projects with Canva.
Here are the steps to design your own Thanksgiving dinner menu.
We recommend using Canva on your laptop or desktop because it is convenient to work on a larger screen.
ClickAll Templatesand navigate to theMarketingsection.
Expand the section and click onMenu (Portrait).
you might either choose a template or start a blank menu.
you’re able to also search for a Thanksgiving menu in the search box on the top right.
If you’re using a template, it is pretty straightforward.
All you have to do is edit the names of the dishes, and you’re set.
you could then download and share it.
ChooseCreate a blank Menuif you want to design the menu from scratch.
Start by adding a background color for your menu.
you’re free to see a multicolored box in the top left corner.
Click it to change the background color.
You will see default options underDefault Colors.
If you want to add a different color, use theAdd a new coloroption underDocument Colors.
We went with an orange shade to fit the fall theme.
you might alsoexplore some hidden Canva features here.
For example, floral and vine borders perfectly portray the festive season.
you might add a box by right-clicking on the blank page.
you’re able to also add a box by going toElements>Lines & Shapes.
Choose the square box and crop and stretch it on the canvas as you see fit.
If you want a border, go to theElementssection and search for “border”.
Of course, you’ve got the option to also work without them if you wish.
Step 5: Include Fall Elements
Canva has a lot of options for fall-themed elements.
Take your time to explore the available elements and then try a few to develop your desired layout.
Step 6: Add Text
Time to add the text.
There is no right or wrong choice hereyou can choose one that catches your eye.
you’re able to add text by right-clicking on your canvas and using theAddbutton to includeText.
it’s possible for you to also add text by going toTexton the left side of the screen.
Here, you have customizable options which includeAdd a heading,Add a subheading, andAdd a text box.
There are also some editable text designs under these options that you could add to your canvas.
Just remember some ground rules.
Pick a legible font so your family and friends can read the menu easily.
Here is a list ofour favorite free fonts from Canva.
Don’t like any of the fonts?
No problem; you canadd your preferred font to Canva.
With respect to color, reds and browns will work with our orange background.
you’re free to use black, too, if you want the text to pop.
Feel free to adjust your font size according to the number of dishes you add.
you might also include other things like drinks and sides.
Particularly look for issues like extra space, spelling mistakes, and color mismatches.
give a shot to fill in the extra space with fall elements or rearrange the text if needed.
The aim is to keep things fairly symmetrical with equal visual weight over the page.
Step 8: Share Your Menu
Now it’s showtime.
Download your menu as a JPG so it is easy to share with your loved ones.
Go toShareat the top-right corner and click theDownloadoption.
Set the file throw in toJPG.
Your other options include PNG and PDF.
Happy Thanksgiving and Bon Appetit!
