Seasonal & Holidays

15 Easy Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids

Take time to savor fall colors with these Thanksgiving crafts you can DIY with the kids before the December holiday madness begins.

Turkey Day DIYs often get buried somewhere between Halloween costume-making and December holidays preparation. This year, savor fall colors and take some time to craft one of these Thanksgiving-themed crafts that are perfect for kids.

Some of these crafts are designed to keep kids busy while you prepare the meal. Other crafts can be used right on the Thanksgiving table as either decorations or place cards. So take some time to slow down and get crafty before the holiday madness begins!


#1. Paper Plate Turkey

Help kids create these cute hats that they can make and wear on Turkey Day!

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#2. Pom Pom Pumpkins

Take pumpkin decorations beyond Halloween with this simple DIY that kids can create with just a little help from an adult.

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#3. Thankful Pumpkin

Put a crafty, kid-friendly spin on the traditional "I'm thankful for..." list with this quick DIY.

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#4. Bottle Cap Turkey Napkin Rings

Let kiddos participate in the holiday hosting by making these simple-yet-adorable napkin rings for your Thanksgiving table.

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#5. Pinecone Turkeys

Nature is sometimes the best craft supply! Find the best looking acorns in the yard and use them to make this quick fall craft.

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#6. Leaf Painting

This colorful DIY is a fun, artistic way to keep the autumn foliage alive — even if there are no leaves left on the actual trees outside.

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#7. Pumpkin Pie Slice

Your favorite Thanksgiving dessert can now be your favorite fall craft, too!

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#8. Tissue Paper Fall Tree

Savor fall colors even after the leaves have fallen with this colorful DIY.

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#9. Painted Acorns

Nature is sometimes the best craft supply! Find the best looking acorns in the yard and use them to make this quick fall craft.

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#10. Fall Mobile Decoration

You may not need to make a trip to the craft store for this DIY, thanks to all the natural supplies it requires.

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#11. Coffee Sleeve Mayflower Ship

Set sail this Thanksgiving with a Mayflower replica that can hold anything from tiny treats to place cards for guests' names.

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#12. Mason Jar Leaf Luminaries

These gorgeous DIY seasonal lights can be used as party decor or nightlights in kids' rooms.

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#13. Popsicle Stick Corn

Pay tribute to Thanksgiving's most popular crop with this fall-perfect DIY.

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#14. Turkey Clothespin

Assemble this colorful turkey in just a few minutes. Then, let kids choose where to display their DIY.

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#15. Pilgrim Hat Table Decorations

Upcycle your coffee K-cups by turning them into adorable table decorations that kids can make while you prepare the Thanksgiving meal.

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