Thanksgiving weekend home projects
Thanksgiving Crafts For Adults
Whether you’re having a Thanksgiving dinner party or hosting an adult Thanksgiving party for friends and family, there are plenty of Thanksgiving crafts for adults to make. These fun crafts will make your holiday memorable.
Paper strip pumpkins
Using simple supplies and paper strips, kids can make a Paper Strip Pumpkin craft to decorate the table for Thanksgiving. This fun craft is easy and can be made in just a few minutes. They can also be used as a centerpiece for the table.
For smaller pumpkins, use a hole punch to make holes in the ends of the strips. For the medium and larger pumpkins, use a single hole punch to make holes in the ends of nine or eleven strips. The height of the strips will depend on how wide they are.
Once the strips are in place, thread the pipe cleaner through the hole on each of the strips. Make sure to leave a quarter inch gap between the end of each strip and the hole.
Next, thread a baker’s twine through the top hole and knot it. Pull on the twine to cinch the shape of the pumpkin. You can also use a dowel rod to curl the vines. For extra decoration, place a luminary jar on the table and fill it with a candle.
If you would like to use a marker, you can write the words “I’m thankful for” on the orange paper. If you would like, you can add green leaves to the pumpkin as well.
For the stem of the pumpkin, use a green pipe cleaner. Wrap it around the stem several times. You can also glue it in place. You can also use a brown paper stem. The paper can be glued in place or you can glue it on the top of the pumpkin itself.
To decorate the pumpkin, you can add a stem, leaves, or vines. You can add glue or acrylic paint to the vines to help them stick to the pumpkin. If you want to use a hot glue gun, make sure to use adult supervision. You can also paint the spots on the pumpkin with acrylic paint. Acrylic paints are water-based and fast drying. This makes cleaning up easier.
Scarecrow
Getting together with family and friends to do arts and crafts is a fun way to spend time together. You can make scarecrow crafts with kids. They are easy to make and you can customize them for your own tastes. You can even keep them as a keepsake.
A candy corn scarecrow is cute and easy to make. It doesn’t require fancy crochet stitches. You can make it from empty jars and candy corn. If you want to add a little flower to it, you can glue it on. You can also make it from raffia strips.
This is an easy scarecrow craft that is perfect for preschoolers. They will love making it. It is also a good way to get them to practice shape recognition. You can also make it indoors when it’s too cold outside.
Another scarecrow craft is to make a necktie. It’s fun to make and you can display it in a flower arrangement. It’s a great way to spend time with your children.
Another easy scarecrow craft is to make one from a toilet paper roll. You can color it in any colors you want. You can also use a plastic cup to make the scarecrow. You can cut it into a straw shape. You can also draw a mouth and stitch marks.
You can also make a simple scarecrow with markers. Make sure you cover it with tissue paper first. You can make it with a triangle for the nose and a smile. You can also make it with construction paper.
You can also make a printable scarecrow puppet. You can color it and assemble it. This is a great way to get kids excited about fall. You can also put it on your fridge for a fun Halloween decoration.
Place card holder
Adding a place card holder to the Thanksgiving table is a great way to give your guests a personal touch. They are also a great way to add an extra element of fun to the dinner table. These Thanksgiving place card ideas are simple to make and inexpensive.
One of the easiest Thanksgiving place card ideas involves using broken crayon bits. Just sort the bits by color, bake them on kraft paper, and then assemble them to create a drab place card into a lively one.
You can also use a variety of faux flowers for your table decoration. They can be in fall hues, but they also work well for Thanksgiving. You can also add faux succulents to your table setting. You can buy these in the floral section of a craft store.
You can also make your own napkin ring. These can be decorated with quotes or names. You can use ribbon or double-sided tape to customize them. A napkin ring is also a great way to wrap around your napkins.
If you’re looking for a more sophisticated place card, try using a white-ink calligraphy pen. You can also add a simple bow to the end.
Another Thanksgiving place card idea involves making a potted olive tree. This is a great idea because it can be reused year after year. You can also use it to display fresh flowers. You can purchase floral foam at a craft store.
Another option is to use a painted terracotta pot. You can also paint it gold. You can then use this to create a simple place card holder.
Thanksgiving crafts for adults also include some great place card holders. Some of these ideas are for adults, while others are for kids.
Cornucopia
Adding a cornucopia to your Thanksgiving table can make a beautiful centerpiece. Traditionally, they’re filled with fruits and vegetables, but you can fill them with almost anything else. You can fill yours with gourds, moss, succulents, flowers, grains, or anything else you like.
Cornucopios can be made from natural materials or you can buy them. You can also find pre-filled cornucopias at a crafts store.
You can create a cornucopia out of a wicker basket shaped like a horn. You’ll need to find a wicker basket that’s at least five inches tall at the mouth. You’ll also need straw or raffia to stuff the basket.
If you don’t want to fill your cornucopia with real produce, you can use artificial produce instead. You can also fill it with wrapped candies or small trinkets. You can even fill it with kids’ toys.
If you want to add a little color to your table, use chalked mason jars. They’ll add a fall vibe and are perfect for organizing your utensils.
You can also create a paper cornucopia. You can find patterns online, or you can use a piece of paper as a template. You’ll then need to cut along the inside rim of the horn. You can also use a wire frame that’s shaped like a horn.
To create the base of the cornucopia, use fall leaves. You can also use clay or burlap. You can also use chicken wire, but if you’re using burlap, you’ll need to wrap it in twine or string. You can also use a hot glue gun to keep the decorations in place.
You can also make your own cornucopia out of a bread pan. If you use a pan, you’ll need to cut the dough out to make a shape that’s about the same size as the horn.
Turkey windsocks
Using recycled materials, you can create turkey windsocks for Thanksgiving crafts. This large craft can be displayed on your front porch, on a hang plant hook in your guest bathroom, or on the back porch. Whether you are looking for a holiday decoration or a craft for the kids to make, turkey windsocks are fun and easy to make.
To make your own turkey windsock, you will need a small circle of light brown cardstock paper. Cut the paper into 1-inch by 11-inch strips. Staple the top and bottom of each strip. You can also use a craft stick for this project.
For the tail feathers, you can use actual feathers or pinecones. You can also use ribbons in festive colors. You may also want to add a little bit of paint.
A feathered turkey windsock can be a fun table centerpiece or treat bucket. You can also make the craft from a helium balloon. To inflate the balloon, you can use a party store or a personal tank.
Another fun Thanksgiving craft involves making a paper bag turkey. This craft is a great way to get kids to interact with their paper. You can use a template for this craft, but you can also make the paper bag turkey yourself.
You can also make a Thanksgiving windsock from a recycled tin can. This is a fun project that can be used both indoors and outdoors.
You can also make a fun Thanksgiving craft using a foam wreath. This craft is a fun way to teach kids symmetry. You can also use colored construction paper to make feathers and teach shapes.
Another turkey craft is made from a white paper bag. This project is fun for the whole family. You can add confetti to the bag to make it look like it has feathers.
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