Kids' Thanksgiving DIY Projects from Turkey
Need some amazingly adorable turkey crafts for your kids' Thanksgiving? Or even you might want to join in the fun! This collection of turkey craft ideas is perfect for a kids' party or family activity.
Fame, fame, fame... Or at least a tiny slice of it, came to me when I crafted my pinecone turkey named Elliott way back in second grade. No, Elliott wasn't the next Picasso, but he sure did last a lifetime.
Remember Elliott? He was my passion project made during art class, using pinecones and a facial tissue box for his cozy little home. Elliott stayed with me for years, and I even extended his residence with additional furnishings. He had a bed, chair, and every possible item I could squeeze into his tissue box abode. I might have even decorated his walls with a family portrait I drew.
So here's to you, Elliott! This collection is dedicated to the timeless memory of the best darn pinecone turkey a girl ever made.
I'm sharing a variety of turkey crafts suitable for kids of all ages, from toddlers to school-age children. And because fall is here, all these crafts are decked out in vibrant, autumnal hues!
Take a gander at the list below, and be sure to share your favorite crafts in the comments. You may have your own Elliott story – perhaps you still have them tucked away somewhere? I'd love to hear about it! Happy crafting, and enjoy a Happy Thanksgiving!
Turkeys Made Out of Paper Plates and Coffee Filters
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Festive Pinecone Turkeys
- pinecone
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Cardboard Wrapped Yarn Turkeys
- cardboard
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Popsicle Stick Handprint Turkeys
- popsicle sticks
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Wood Slice Turkeys
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Pipe Cleaner Turkeys
- pipe cleaners
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Thanksgiving Mason Jar Lanterns
- Leaves
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Bright and Colorful Tail Feathers
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Festive Thanksgiving Perler Beads (40+ Patterns!)
- perler bead
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Easy Clay Pot Turkeys
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Adorable Toilet Paper Roll Turkeys
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Whimsical Turkey Windsocks
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DIY Thanksgiving Balloons
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Temple Turkeys From Cardboard
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Suncatcher Turkeys Made From Tissue Paper
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Turkeys Wear Paper Plate Hats
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Turkeys with Popsicle Stick Feathers
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Glitzy Recycled Newspaper Turkeys
- recycled newspaper
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Turkey Poms Poms
- pom poms
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Thanksgiving Turkeys Made From Clay Pots
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Mini Puppet Turkeys
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Sponge-Painted Turkeys
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Turkeys Made From Foam Cups
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Colorful Chalk Pastel Turkeys
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Easy Leaf Turkey Craft
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Craft Techniques for Turkeys with Five Feathers
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Gratitude Paper Plate Craft
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Pot-Bellied Paper Turkeys
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Bag Turkey Craft
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Handprint Turkey Crown
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Turkeys Made From Playdough
- slime recipe
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Channel your creative energy with these simple and imaginative turkey craft ideas suitable for children of varying ages.
Easy Turkey Crafts for Kids:
- Crafty Turkey Cup Charm
- Craft paper cups, feathers, glue, and beads.
- Children can paint paper cups, attach feathers for the tail, and create a captivating turkey charm with beads for the eyes and feet[5].
- This engaging activity is ideal for both classroom projects and family gatherings.
Simple and Cute Turkey Crafts for Toddlers and Preschoolers:
- ** Turkey Handprint on Brown Construction Paper**
- Use tombow markers to trace children's hands on brown construction paper.
- Encourage children to color, adding a beak and legs to transform their handprints into adorable turkeys[1].
- This activity is simple, straightforward, and a perfect thankful craft for Thanksgiving.
- Turkey Hats with Paper Plates
- Cut and paint paper plates, then use yarn, felt, fuzzy balls, and googly eyes to complete these cute turkey hats[3].
- These hats are a playful touch for a Thanksgiving parade, or they make great party favors.
- Felt Turkeys with Double-Sided Tape
- Cut felt into simple turkey shapes, and use double-sided tape to attach decorative elements like feathers and googly eyes[4].
- This quick and easy craft produces sweet, festive turkeys ideal for kids to make and display.
Quick Craft Comparison Table
| Craft Type | Best For | Materials Needed | Special Notes ||--------------------------|------------------|--------------------------|---------------------------------------------|| Turkey Cup Charm | Kids | Paper cup, feathers, glue, beads | Engaging, captivating, multiple decorative options || Turkey Handprint | Toddlers/Preschoolers | Brown construction paper, tombow markers | Easy, straightforward, creating a Thanksgiving keepsake. || Turkey Hats with Paper Plates | Any Age | paper plates, yarn, felt, fuzzy balls, googly eyes | Playful, great for parades or party favors || Felt Turkeys | Kids | Felt, double-sided tape | Easy, quick, simple, multiple decorative options. |
These charming DIY turkey craft ideas will make for an enjoyable Thanksgiving experience for everyone!
Turkeys made from paper plates and coffee filters could be a modern take on Elliott, combining the home-and-garden touch of a cozy home with the contemporary lifestyle of selecting craft materials from a mix of everyday household items.
Taking inspiration from autumnal hues, one could fashion their own Thanksgiving Mason Jar Lanterns, complementing the vibrant and colorful turkey crafts. The inviting warmth of these home decorations would surely provide a cozy atmosphere, perfect for sharing stories and laughter around the table.
