These Easy Thanksgiving Crafts Are Fun for the Whole Family
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Food is one of the most important parts of Thanksgiving Day, but there is so much time to fill before and after the feast. One moment you're prepping the turkey and the next you have a little one begging to be entertained. When you've run out of Thanksgiving activities, these Thanksgiving crafts for kids are your next best friend. Ahead, we've gathered easy fall crafts for all ages, like fall leaf crafts, yarn pumpkins, and bedazzled gourds, along with more sophisticated DIY Thanksgiving projects for older kids and adults. (Beaded corn stalks, anyone?) Even better, some of these even double as handmade Thanksgiving centerpieces and place cards!
Spend an action-packed, fall-inspired day with your kids by planning a trip to the pumpkin patch so you can pick out everything you need to make pretty pumpkin crafts later. You'll also find so many ideas for turkey crafts using different materials, including pine cones, pom-poms, wood slices, and even your own handprints! There are no better Thanksgiving table settings than those you've hand-crafted yourself, especially with help from your kids. So, get artsy with these Thanksgiving crafts that are perfect for making special memories and adding a personal touch to your holiday.
Pumpkin Treat Place Holders
These adorable paper pumpkins act as decorations, treat holders, and place cards. Fill them with Thanksgiving-themed sweets like candy corn, write your guests' names on the leaves, and place one at each seat. They're sure to delight everyone at the table!
Get the tutorial at Club Crafted.
Pumpkin Pie Shirt
Pumpkin pie is a beloved Thanksgiving staple and now you can have a little slice of that heaven on your shirt! Use your Silhouette Cameo or Portrait machine to easily create this tee and other festive shirts, totes, bibs, and more!
Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.
Thanksgiving Gift for Teachers
Thanksgiving is the time of year to express gratitude, and few people are more deserving than teachers. Show them how appreciated they really are with a colorful accordion book filled with kind words from their kids.
Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
Disco Ball Cornucopia
This might be the coolest cornucopia we've ever seen! Bring some color and sparkle to your dinner table with a hot pink cornucopia overflowing with mini disco balls.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.
Folded Turkey Napkin
Turn ordinary paper napkins into tiny works of art that are sure to impress all of your guests. They're almost too cute to use, but you could always make a few extra to serve solely as decorations!
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built .
Turkey Lollipops
The kiddos will eat this one right up... literally! You can make the sweet turkey treats in less than five minutes with items like coffee filters, ribbon, googly eyes, colored paper, and of course, Tootsie Roll Pops!
Get the tutorial at Happiness is Homemade.
Thanksgiving Pants
Make these pants with festive iron-ons in the morning, then slip them on to enjoy your Thanksgiving feast in plenty of cozy comfort! Bonus points if the entire family matches!
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.
Wood Slice Turkey
How adorable is this? It might just be the tur-key to our hearts! To make your own, you'll need: mini wood slices, glitter washi tape, googly eyes, and a few other craft items!
Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.
Pumpkin Fairy House
There's always room at the Thanksgiving table for a little whimsy! We think the little ones will love making this fairy pumpkin craft just as much as you love looking at it.
Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.
Paper Corn Craft
Not to be corny, but we think this craft would look just adorable hanging on your fridge after the kids make it. Start by dividing popcorn kernels into Ziploc bags then add paint to each bag. Shake them up then glue those colored kernels to the paper corn.
Get the tutorial at Coffee Cups and Crayons.
Pumpkin Pie Hat
Everyone will want a slice of this craft! It's as easy as pie too! To make the dessert hat, you'll just use plenty of cardstock, cardboard, scissors, and a glue gun.
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
Thanksgiving Napkin Rings
Here's one that's just as useful as it is fun! Gather up toilet paper or paper towel rolls then decorate them using fabric, ribbon, twine, and other embellishments like leaves, beads, buttons, faux flowers and more! The kids will love seeing their creations spread across the table.
Get the tutorial at Happiness is Homemade.
Succulent Pumpkin
We know these decorative pumpkins look fancy, but we promise they're simple to make! Once you've added succulents and moss to your heart's desire, use them as centerpieces on the big day!
Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
Handprint Turkey Napkin
A keepsake you can pull out on Thanksgiving year after year—and put to good use too! First, you'll let the kids create their handprint art using paint, then you can use paint pens to write a greeting or the date.
Get the tutorial at I Heart Arts N Crafts.
Mason Jar Leaf Lantern
Light up your Thanksgiving table or mantle with a few of these adorable mason jar lanterns. You'll decorate the jars by adding fabric leaves with Mod Podge. So seasonal!
Get the tutorial at One Little Project.
Confetti-Stuffed Turkey
This cute centerpiece craft will really make you feel like celebrating! Create the turkey with white paper lunch bags and then stuff it with colorful tissue paper confetti.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.
Cornucopia Treats
A cornucopia is always a welcome addition to Thanksgiving décor, and that's especially true when it's filled with sweet treats! Make these with sugar cones, M&Ms, and curled ribbons.
Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.
Leftover Pie Boxes
When there are several pies and cakes on your Thanksgiving dessert table, there are bound to be some leftovers. Make those spare slices twice as nice with these cute boxes made with free printable labels.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.
Color Wrapped Wheat
For a twist on the traditional wheat displays of the season, wrap your stems with colorful embroidery floss. This bouquet would make such an elegant addition to your Thanksgiving tablescape.
Get the tutorial at Inspired by Charm.
Bead Turkey Place Card
This isn't your usual place card craft—it's a kid-friendly one! These cute turkeys are given a sophisticated touch with decorative feathers for the tail. Plus, they make a fun toy for after dinner.
Get the tutorial at Average But Inspired.
Paper Pilgrim Hat
If they haven’t already done this craft in school, Thanksgiving is a great time to give these hats a try! Tell the Thanksgiving story while putting together a paper version of the most recognizable Pilgrim garb.
Get the tutorial at Skip to My Lou.
Paper Mayflower Ship
You can fill these folded Mayflower ships with candy, popcorn, or other Thanksgiving treats. These are great for table settings or just a toy to keep the kids entertained.
Get the tutorial at Skip to My Lou.
Thankful Hands
Remind everyone what this day is all about: giving thanks. These prayer hands are a low-stakes craft that you can personalize with stickers or drawings.
Get the tutorial at Kid-Friendly Things to Do.
Turkey Napkins
Have the kids help set the table by making these adorable turkey napkins. After you show them where to glue each part, they can craft away while you get back to other turkey day chores.
Get the tutorial at The homes I Have Made.
Yarn Pumpkins
These pumpkin masterpieces are a fun craft and are great for a table centerpiece or even a fall mantle decoration. All you need is orange yarn, glue, and balloons!
Get the tutorial at One Little Project.
Pipe Cleaner Beaded Pumpkin
Keep things classic with a cute and easy pumpkin craft! Unlike a jack-o'-lantern, this beaded pumpkin is a no-mess masterpiece.
Get the tutorial at One Little Project.
Painted Rocks
When it comes to classic DIY crafts, painted rocks rank pretty darn high. Ask the kids to gather rocks from the yard, paint them in vibrant fall shades, and spell out a fun Thanksgiving phrase!
Get the tutorial at Handmade Charlotte.
Pumpkin Mason Jars
Yes, empty mason jars can look this cute! Your kids will have a blast painting jars in pretty shades of orange and turning them into the most unique pumpkins.
Get the tutorial at The 36th Avenue.
Bedazzled Gourds
Little do your kids know that their fun craft activity is about to become your new Thanksgiving centerpiece! Grab a few real or faux gourds and some rhinestones and let them create a dazzling masterpiece.
Get the tutorial at Aunt Peaches.
Quirky Leaf Friends
You get two activities in one with these adorable leaf friends! Send your kids on a scavenger hunt for the prettiest leaves, then invite them get crafty by turning the leaves into animals.
Get the tutorial at Handmade Charlotte.
Crayon Turkeys
Crayon turkeys make the cutest place setting for the kids table at Thanksgiving, and you can enlist their help in making them. Another two-for-one!
Get the tutorial at Paging Supermom.
Mini Turkey Pumpkins
All you need to make these pretty turkeys is mini pumpkins, paint, and construction paper. Line them along your table runner, or place them around the house as modern holiday décor!
Get the tutorial at The Crazy Craft Lady.
Scarecrow Pasta Puppet
Talk about old-timey cool! The kids can play with their "pasta puppet" after crafting it out of—you guessed it—dried pasta.
Get the tutorial at Handmade Charlotte.
Candy Cornucopia
Beware, the little ones might have a hard time resisting the candy in this craft! These can double as eye-catching place settings when dessert rolls around.
Get the tutorial at Happiness Is Homemade.
Leaf Sprites
Meet Thanksgiving's new and adorable mascots: leaf sprites! Print and cut out the colorful leaves and then add faces and pipe cleaners to give them a little more personality.
Get the tutorial at Handmade Charlotte.
Beaded Pipe Cleaner Indian Corn
This Indian corn will look lovely placed on your Thanksgiving table. It's also a great project to teach your child the meaning of patience, since they'll have to slide the beads on one by one!
Get the tutorial at One Little Project.
Cupcake Liner Owls
Got a few extra baking accessories lying around? Turn them into the most adorable owls with the help of this tutorial.
Get the tutorial at Artsy Craftsy Mom.
Toilet Paper Roll Turkey
Let your kids pick out their favorite pieces of colorful scrapbook paper to craft a one-of-a-kind turkey!
Get the tutorial at Kid Friendly Things to Do.
Mini Turkey Piñata
These tiny turkeys eventually get stuffed with candy and other Thanksgiving treats—but the real fun is in crafting them!
Get the tutorial at Handmade Charlotte.
Handprint Turkey Canvas
Make your kids' handprint turkeys last even longer by putting them on a canvas instead of paper.
Get the tutorial at A Night Owl.
Happy Thanksgiving Coloring Pages
Here's an easy way to keep your kids busy while you cook. Print out a few coloring pages, and let their imaginations run wild.
Get the tutorial at The Turquoise Home.
Pom-Pom Turkeys
Put together a bunch of these cuddly little pom-pom turkeys to dot throughout your house.
Get the tutorial at Growing Up Gabel.
Painted Corn Husk Headband
Transform corn husks into these colorful headbands, perfect for your kids to wear while watching the parade on Thanksgiving morning.
Get the tutorial at Hello, Wonderful.
Owl Handprint
Put those tiny hands to work! This adorable craft is so simple to pull off: Just trace your kids' hands on a piece of colored paper, then let them have at it with faux feathers, paper eyeballs, and a tiny yellow beak.
Get the tutorial at The Best Ideas for Kids.
Gobbling Turkey Craft
Hang this googly eye turkey up in your kids' rooms—it makes an actual gobbling sound when you pull the string!
Get the tutorial at Meaningful Mama.
Turkey Glove Puppet
Got a few extra pairs of gloves lying around? Turn them into colorful turkeys with this easy tutorial.
Get the tutorial at Dream a Little Bigger.
Turkey Windsocks
Recycled crafts rock, and this idea is no exception. Customize these tin cans with ribbons and feathers, and don't forget the googly eyes!
Get the tutorial at Happiness Is Homemade.
Handprint and Footprint Turkey
This project is a little messy but a lot of fun. Craft paint and kids' hands and feet makes a keepsake you'll want to hang on to forever.
Get the tutorial at A Little Pinch of Perfect.
Turkey Headband
Download the template and then get the kids crackin' on this headband that will have them gobbling in no time.
Get the tutorial at I Heart Crafty Things.
Sponge-Painted Turkey
It wouldn't be Thanksgiving without paper plate turkeys, but sponge painting makes this craft extra enjoyable for kids.
Get the tutorial at The Resourceful Mama.
Coffee Filter Turkeys
Googly eyes make everything more fun, including these turkeys made from coffee filters. A fun craft for kids of all ages, they only take about 30 minutes to make.
Get the tutorial at Life with Darcy and Brian.
Finger Leaf Puppets
These cute felt finger leaf puppets will keep your children entertained playing with them and making them.
Get the tutorial at Crafts By Amanda.
Pine Cone Turkeys
Gather up the pine cones for this classic Thanksgiving craft, which requires only a few supplies. It's a great activity for almost all ages.
Get the tutorial at A Pumpkin and a Princess.
Turkey Treat Bags
Thanks to a handy template, this treat bag is super simple for children to create. Print out the template on white card stock instead of brown, and they can customize the bags with their own designs.
Get the tutorial at Artsy-Fartsy Mama.
Paper Bag Turkey
This easy-peasy craft is inexpensive to make from construction paper and paper bags. It's ideal for children two and older.
Get the tutorial at Journey To SAHM.
Yogurt Cup Turkey
Your little turkeys will love turning their yogurt cups into Thanksgiving's big bird.
Get the tutorial at Frogs Snails and Puppy Dogs Tails.
Thanks Giving Tree
Kids are reminded of the reason for the season when working on this craft, which includes leaves they can fill with words of gratitude.
Get the tutorial at Smashed Peas and Carrots.
'I Love You' Fall Garland
This autumn garland not only looks wonderful draped over the mantel, but it bears important messages too. On each pumpkin, family members write why they love each other.
Get the tutorial at Somewhat Simple.
Decorative Thanksgiving Blocks
Start with unfinished wooden blocks, then let your kids go wild painting them. Use a Cricut to make the letters, which they can press down onto the blocks.
Get the tutorial at Raising Memories.
Gratitude Turkey Pumpkin
This is an easy—and endearing—craft for little ones. Gratitude Turkey Pumpkins help teach them what they should be thankful for, and why.
Get the tutorial at Toddler Approved.
Rainbow Thanksgiving Turkey
Any turkey would be proud to sport such brilliantly hued plumage, which is made with colored craft paper and a template.
Get the tutorial at The Inspiration Edit.
Pumpkin Pie Magnet
Making this pumpkin pie magnet from chrome magnetic bottle caps is a lot easier than it looks—and they make great gifts!
Get the tutorial at Crafts Unleashed.
Turkey at the Gate Craft
Handprint turkey crafts are mighty popular at Thanksgiving, but this one puts a new spin on the project, using craft sticks to make a "gate" for the bird to visit.
Get the tutorial at Things to Share and Remember.
DIY Fall Leaf Bowl
It's hard to believe kids can make these gorgeous autumn leaf bowls themselves, but it doesn't take more than decorative leaves, Mod Podge, and a little patience.
Get the tutorial at To Simply Inspire.
Turkey Leaf Craft
Instead of using decorative leaves, send the kids on a leaf hunt and have them pick their favorites for this craft. It comes with a template that makes it a perfect preschool Thanksgiving craft, or older kids can draw their own bird.
Get the tutorial at Easy Peasy and Fun.
Ombré Paint Chip Pumpkin Pie Craft
Grab some free multicolored orange paint chips and the kids will clamor to create these cool pumpkin pie slices.
Get the tutorial at Raising Whasians.
Turkey Treats
These sweet—literally—turkey treat bags will dress up your Thanksgiving kids' table.
Get the tutorial at Clean & Scentsible.
Turkey Handprint Craft
A "handy" template makes this craft a winner for even the youngest children—and who could resist that turkey's lovable face?
Get the tutorial at Simple Everyday Mom.
Thankful Tree
This beautiful tree features clay leaves that can handwritten with your children's words of gratitude.
Get the tutorial at Rhythms of Play.
Paper Plate Turkey Cars
Have any wheel lovers in the house? Kids will get a kick out of how this project blends wheels with Turkey Day.
Get the tutorial at Glued To My Crafts.
Craft Stick Turkey Ballerina
This turkey ballerina is so imaginative! It will fire up young imaginations by encouraging puppet play too.
Get the tutorial at Glued To My Crafts.
Apple Stamping Pumpkin Craft
Stamping is a crafting favorite, so what child won't love creating these winsome pumpkins by using apples as stamps?
Get the tutorial at Made To Be A Momma.
Thanksgiving Kids' Table Placemats
Younger kids can help by outlining the utensils and plates on these simple, but lovely placemats, while older ones will want to draw the autumn leaves.
Get the tutorial at Say Yes.
Turkey Juice Box Craft
This charming little craft is no-muss, no-fuss enough that it can be set up right before the big meal to keep kids occupied while you finish preparing it.
Get the tutorial at Made To Be A Momma.
Turkey Paper Headbands
A super fast, fun project, these turkey headbands can be made and sitting atop little heads in less than 10 minutes.
Get the tutorial on Sew Woodsy.
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