Family Matters: Crafts for Thanksgiving

Pine Cone Turkey

These hilarious little things are fun, easy, and a delight to make. Park them in windowsills, on mantels, and at the kids' table on Thanksgiving.

How to: Get directions from Such Things, here.

Leaf Garland

This one is my favorite. Have everyone write something they are thankful for on a leaf. Hang in a doorway, window or from a chandelier.

How to: Get directions from Full Circle, here.

Family Banner

Make your Thanksgiving statement a truly individual one, letter by letter.

How to: Get inspiration from Cakies, here.

Place Cards

Letter-shaped noodles make great placecard materials, and Eden Organic Vegetable Alphabets noodles come in perfectly autumnal colors.

How to: Get direction from inhabitots, here.

Nature Sculptures

With the magic of Sculpey, this is a super-easy natural craft for pretty much every age. Perfect for a post-Thanksgiving meal stroll in the woods.

How to: Get directions at plum pudding, here.

Acorn Wreath

Another great post-outdoor expedition project. Get them harvesting acorns from the ground and prepare this lovely wreath.

How to: Get directions from Scribbit, here.

Turkey Pancake

Not exactly a craft, or rather an edible one! What kid can resist this kind of seasonal breakfast art?

How to: Get directions at Little Nummies, here.

Fall Leaf Votives

These are so easy to make and so lovely everywhere in the house, on Thanksgiving and every evening.

How to: Get directions at Design*Sponge, here.

Felt Napkin Rings

This could be an annual project, adding new colors and variations each year. By the time the kidos are grown, there's a banquet's worth!

How to: Get directions at craftstylish, here.

Paper Turkey

Remember the tissue-paper-accordion turkeys from our childhood? Update that paper turkey with this fun paper project.

How to: Get downloadable, printable templates and directions at macula.tv, here.

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Anisa Raoof is the publisher and founder of Kidoinfo, the parents' guide for Rhode Island and beyond.