Turkey Table Topper

Want to make a turkey table topper? You can make a large one to add to a table-scape or centerpiece, or you can make smaller ones to use beside each place setting. *Adult supervision and assistance is required for this project. Let’s get started! Items you will need: Styrofoam balls (one larger and two smaller) Toothpicks Craft sticks (Popsicle stick size) String or yarn Glue Feathers Felt Red balloons Googly eyes *The items listed above will make two turkeys. What you need to do: Start by having a grown up cut the large Styrofoam ball in half. Cover it with … Continue reading

Kids’ Crafts: Week in Review November 5 – 11

Here’s your weekly rundown of what we covered in Kids’ Crafts starting with November 11th (officially Veterans Day), and working our way back to the beginning of the week. How to Get Involved for Veteran’s Day Here we talked a little about what Veterans Day means and some ways people can actively get involved in honoring our heroes, from going to parades, to visiting Veterans, sending cards and making pictures, or donating time or money to a Veterans organization. For those that want to do something at home, I suggested displaying your flag and working on some patriotic projects (listed). … Continue reading

Are You Ready for Some More Turkey Crafts?

Okay, I looked through the boxes of stuff my kids have made at school over the years, through the stuff we used to make at the preschool where I used to work, and I’ve looked around online. Blending some of these craft ideas together has helped me come up with some stuff that I think you will like. Here’s one idea, but please check back for others: Turkey Wreath Did you ever make chains from construction paper? This starts out like that. You just need do make small loops and use orange, yellow, red, and brown paper. Cut strips of … Continue reading

Let’s Talk Turkey… Crafts that is!

Your little goblins will begin making assorted gobblers at school but that doesn’t mean you can’t still do a few turkey crafts at home. These ideas are also a good way to help little ones that don’t yet go to school to feel included. They too can make crafts to hang beside those made by big brothers and sisters. Hands on Turkey Craft This one can be a tiny bit messy, but if you choose washable craft paints, it’s not bad at all. It’s also very simple so even tiny tots can participate with adult help. You’ll need assorted colors … Continue reading