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These adorable paper pumpkins are decorations, treat holders, and place cards—all in one! Just fill them with Thanksgiving-themed sweets like candy corn, write your guests’ names on the leaves, and place one at each seat.
Get the tutorial at Club Crafted.
Turkey Lollipops

Your kiddos will gobble this one right up… literally! Make the sweet turkey treats in less than five minutes with items like coffee filters, ribbon, googly eyes, colored paper, and Tootsie Roll Pops!
Get the tutorial at Happiness is Homemade.
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Wood Slice Turkey

This adorable little guy 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

Get ready to make some room at the Thanksgiving table for a little whimsy! We think your kids will love making this fairy pumpkin craft just as much as you love looking at it.
Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.
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Paper Corn Craft

Not to be corny, but this craft would look all kinds of cute hanging on your fridge after the kids make it. Start by dividing popcorn kernels into plastic bags and 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.
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.
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Succulent Pumpkin

While these decorative pumpkins look fancy, they’re actually pretty simple to make! Once you’ve added succulents and moss, use them as charming 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, 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.
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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.
Get the tutorial at One Little Project.
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.
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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&M’s, and curled ribbons.
Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.
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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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