This is a simple and easy craft you can do in a short time while the kids are napping or let them help you, depending on their ages.
 
Start by gathering up some sticks from outside.

You'll need 10. Paint them the colors you like or use festive autumn colors. Let dry.

Purchase 10 mini vase from your local craft store and fill with colored stones, pebbles or whatever you can find.

Cut out 10 large circles and 10 smaller ones, paste smaller ones inside bigger circle, let dry.

Once dry, write out the letters for the words "Give thanks" in your circles in marker.

Attach circles with glue to your dried painted sticks.

Insert in vase and there you have whimisical table decor that didn't cost a lot of money and looks festive too!