40 Fun DIY Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids, From Preschoolers to Big Kids
When it comes to Thanksgiving, your meal menu may be all that’s on your mind, but make sure you (and your little helpers) don’t get stuck all day in the kitchen. Your turkey day should also be about having fun, so plan some Thanksgiving crafts for kids to do too! From gathering supplies to creating turkey placeholders or handmade banners, any DIY projects you have them do will be a hit this holiday season.
Having Thanksgiving crafts for kids to do won’t only be a way to get their creativity flowing, but it’ll be a great family bonding experience as well. You can even start a tradition of making crafts year that you can continue to do for years to come.
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So what are you waiting for? Gather up some paint, glue sticks, sequins and paper and follow the steps from one (or more!) of the 40 Thanksgiving crafts for kids ideas below from some of our favorite DIY blogs.
Best Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids
Crafts Unleashed
Kids love being involved, so let them cut out some colorful felt letters to spell out a word like “gather” or “thankful.” Check out Crafts Unleashed to see this project’s step-by-step instructions.
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From ABCs To ACTs
Are you hosting Thanksgiving this year? If so, let the kids that come make some turkey décor for you by following directions to these adorable turkey pots by From ABCs To ACTs.
Sometimes Creative
Who knew you could use leaves to make custom artwork? Follow Sometimes Creative for more details on how you and your youngsters can create this leaf turkey!
Handmade Charlotte
Your little helpers will like going outside to collect rocks that they can turn into a masterpiece with this craft from Handmade Charlotte. It’s beyond cute!
The Craft Train
Don’t worry about buying flowers for your centerpiece; this floral arrangement can be made with paper towels! Go to The Craft Train for more info.
I Heart Crafty Things
Kids can play with paint to create this festive paper plate turkey from I Heart Crafty Things! Not only is it adorable, but it’s not expensive to make.
Studio DIY
This turkey DIY is pretty simple! Just have each kid pick out a balloon and then write “I am thankful for…” or another Thanksgiving phrase on it with gold paint. Then, tie some colorful ribbons to it, like Studio DIY did, and wrap it around a chair at your table.
Ella Claire & Co
You’ll want to steal this placemat idea from Ella Claire & Co for your own Thanksgiving table. It’ll let kids be involved in your holiday decorating in a big way!
Fireflies and Mudpies
Thanks to Fireflies and Mudpies, you can make the cutest little turkeys this November. All you need are a few items, including a pinecone and some ribbon.
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Oh Happy Day
Kids will have a ball cutting turkey feathers out of paper! You can find the tutorial for this craft on Oh Happy Day. For a more magical touch, add glitter paint to them!
Typically Simple
Everyone will wish this sweet craft from Typically Simple was edible! You can hang it up in the window, on the wall or from the ceiling when it’s done.
Create Craft Love
These maple leaf mason jars aren’t hard to make, but they’ll make a big statement! You can place a candle in it or some flowers. Head over to Create Craft Love for details on how to make them.
Oh My Creative
Forget the paintbrush, this craft is perfect for young kids to do because they just need their thumb to do it! Oh My Creative has all the tips on how to create it.
Paging Super Mom
It’s no secret that pie is a staple piece at Thanksgiving! That’s why this paper plate pie garland is the perfect kids' craft. Check out Paging Super Mom for more info.
Handmade Charlotte
If you have ever dreamed that your Thanksgiving turkey was filled with candy, this craft will make it a reality! See how easy this pi?ata is to make by heading over to Handmade Charlotte.
One Little Project
How lovable are these yarn pumpkins by One Little Project? Kids will be all about this craft because it involves balloons and lots of glue!
The House That Lars Built
This craft from The House That Lars Built is all about giving thanks! You just have to gather up some sticks and then cut out leaf shapes on colorful paper so everyone can write down something they are thankful for on them.
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Happiness Is Homemade
Don’t toss out the tin cans you used to whip up your Thanksgiving feast. Why? Your little ones will need them for this whimsical DIY by Happiness Is Homemade.
123 Homeschool 4 Me
Gobble, gobble! Having kids create some turkey cups will make everyone who sees them smile. Check out 123 Homeschool 4 Me for more deets.
Easy Peasy And Fun
Take a break from all the turkey DIYs and try a scarecrow-themed one from Easy Peasy And Fun. It’s something you can keep for years to come.
Hello, Wonderful
Kids will be obsessed with this enchanting craft! Follow the steps at Hello, Wonderful to see how these unicorn turkeys can be made.
Mom Dot
What kid wouldn’t want to make (and wear) this Thanksgiving headband? Get the tutorial at Mom Dot.
Made To Be A Momma
A few apple slices can be turned into a pumpkin stamp that kids can make art with! Follow Made To Be A Momma to see how.
A Kailo Chic Life
While this craft may not involve actual pumpkin carving, it’ll be just as fun (and way less messy) to create. For instructions, check out A Kailo Chic Life.
Crafty Morning
Kids can wear their masterpieces after they make this hat that’s made from their own handprints that they cut out of construction paper. Visit Crafty Morning for all the DIY details.
Design Improvised
Little ones won’t dare let this craft float away—they’ll want everyone at Thanksgiving dinner to see it. To find out how it’s made, see the tutorial at Design Improvised.
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Minnie Mama
Kids of all ages can show off their art skills with this project by Minnie Mama. Afterward, you can even frame it for them and hang it up.
Purely From the Heart
What’s not to like about this craft? It involves bubble wrap to make ears of corn that can be arranged into a Thanksgiving-themed wreath. Purely From the Heart can tell you how to do it.
Buggy and Buddy
If you’ve got some coffee filters in your house, you should consider having the kids come over to make these! Everything you need to know about how to make them can be found at Buggy and Buddy.
Make and Takes
This is the perfect fall craft for kids! They’ll enjoy writing everything they are thankful for on paper and watching it spin around in the wind after they cut it out. Check out Make and Takes for all the steps.
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Project Kid
These little acorns aren’t hard to make. Head over to Project Kid to learn how you can make them so you can display them on your table this Thanksgiving.
The Joy of Sharing
Can you believe it only takes a handful of materials to create this festive craft? You can find the tutorial at The Joy of Sharing.
Today’s Creative Ideas
Talk about cuteness overload! This fall DIY from Today’s Creative Ideas is something both kids and parents will have fun making.
Glued To My Crafts Blog
This craft from Glued To My Crafts Blog is sure to be a hit! It’s easy to make and lets whoever is making it munch on cereal while they’re doing it.
Chic and Jo
Chic and Jo shows you how to make a unique wreath that has a very special message! This project not only looks pretty, but it also lets all your guests write what they’re thankful for on it.
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The Party Animal-Blog
No, these aren’t edible! However, they are a cool place setting that kids will get a kick out of making for your table this year.You can learn how to create them by going to The Party Animal-Blog.
That’s What Che Said
This delicious craft will be a winner for kids and adults this Thanksgiving! Follow That’s What Che Said to see just how it’s done.
Growing Up Gabel
You can use yarn, pipe cleaners and cardboard to make this adorable turkey. Head over to Growing Up Gabel to learn how to build this DIY project.
Cutesy Crafts
Kids can play with beads to create this must-have Thanksgiving food by Cutesy Crafts. Tip: If you want to make larger bead corncobs, use extra-long pipe cleaners.
The Spruce Crafts
Kids won’t need glue for this craft! They can learn how to make an origami turkey by following the directions from The Spruce Crafts.
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