Tutorial - Thanksgiving Place Setting Ideas

Grab your tags and pens and get ready to show off your best hand lettering

Tutorial at The Beauty DoJo Blog

"Before we jump into the Christmas craze, let’s take a few moments to focus on the yummiest holiday, Thanksgiving! I’ve always found it funny how everyone goes crazy with “black friday” shopping the day after we’re suppose to celebrate all the things we are thankful for. Actually, now it’s not even black friday anymore since most stores start on Thursday! As much as I love shopping, I don’t understand how anyone could skip out on a yummy Thanksgiving meal to wait in long ridiculous lines. Anyway, enough rambling, let’s jump into this Thanksgiving place setting + diy gold glitter tags".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Turkey Hot Pad

Gather some autumn felt and cotton fabrics

Tutorial at Crafty Staci Blog

"Here we are, at the tenth in my year-long Hot Pad of the Month series, and I have a confession to make.  I really wanted to avoid making it a turkey.  I have nothing against them, I just feel like sometimes that’s the go-to when we’re talking about Thanksgiving décor.  I mulled it over for a long time, staring at the shape I’ve been using each month and guess what?  All I could see was a turkey.  Well, I finally gave in and followed my wattle-necked muse, and I couldn’t be happier with it.  I guess the lesson I learned is don’t fight poultry.  Or something like that".... Read more

Tutorial - Make a Thanksgiving Cookie Bouquet

Edible treat and holiday decoration at the same time

Tutorial at Edible Crafts Blog
 

"Need unique Thanksgiving gift ideas? What about a delicious Cookie bouquet? It looks and tastes awesome. It makes a wonderful hostess gift. The tutorial below shows you how to make a cookie bouquet like this. Thanksgiving dinner is one of the most anticipated meals of the year. You can decorate your table with an edible centerpiece such as Thanksgiving candy bouquet or cookie bouquet".... Read more

Tutorial - Pumpkin and Pinecone Turkey

With a little help, children and make this craft

Tutorial at Plenty of Paprika Blog

"I had a few small decorative pumpkins - originally purchased for a Halloween craft - laying around, until J gave me an ultimatum to do something with them or they are going in the garbage. I am not much of a decorator or into making centerpieces,  but figured I can come up with something for the kids. Looking through the craft supplies I found some pinecones, colorful feathers and googly eyes - just enough to make a few turkeys".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Insulated Table Runner

Perfect for hosting the holidays

Tutorial at The Inspired Wren Blog

"Thanksgiving! I haven't forgotten about it. I'm already planning the dishes in my head that I'll be preparing and serving family style. I'm mentally choosing the serving plates and trays I'll be using. And I'm wondering how I'll protect my table from all that hot food. With a table runner-length insulated-trivet/hot-pad, of course! I've been meaning to sew one since I first hosted extended family for a meal and had to use a mish-mash of pot holders and trivets. As I planned to finally sew it I realized I could make it reversible for year-round use; as I sewed I realized I could write down the directions of my version to share here. So here's a bonus Thursday pictorial post, in case you feel like sewing one up before next Thursday".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Turkey Cookies

Quick and easy edible turkey craft using store-bought items

Tutorial at Sugartown Sweets Blog

"We're only two weeks out from Thanksgiving, and I have so much to thank God for! My family (including our sweet fifteen week old addition!), my salvation, a wonderful home church and so much more. There is no doubt God is better to me than I deserve. My prayer is that you all have a wonderfully blessed and Happy Thanksgiving! This sweet and easy turkey craft would make a fun table favor for your holiday get-togethers. A simple cello bag tied up with festive ribbon will do the trick. Your guests will gobble them up! " Read more

Tutorial - Thanksgiving Turkey Candy Decoration

Little party favors that come together quickly

Tutorial at Happier than a Pig in Mud

"Seeing this candy reminded me that years ago I used to make Ferrero Rocher Turkeys for Thanksgiving place settings or little party favors. Actually, you could add a name tag either behind the head or hang it off the side of the tail too. They're adorable, easy to make and only take minutes to put together. So there's still plenty of time to whip some up for this Thanksgiving".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Burlap Turkey

Happy Thanksgiving!

Tutorial at Life on Lakeshore Drive Blog

"Since I am still working on Thanksgiving decor for my deck, I decided to take a school art project one step farther, and make a burlap turkey.  If you missed that post you can see it here.  It's the beginning steps for this project. I used lots of Aleene's Fabric Stiffener on this project. The first thing I did was to lay large squares of fabric on wax paper and brush the fabric stiffener on all the pieces".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Turkey Magnet

Cute magnet celebrates Thanksgiving


Magnet Tutorial at The Constant Crafter Blog

"Instructions:  1. Body: Flatten a 5/8” brown ball into a 1 ¼” long oval.  2. Eyes: Flatten two 1/8” white balls into teardrops. Press onto body. Pupils: Roll two 3/32” black balls and press one onto each eye.  3. Beak: Roll a 3/16” yellow ball into a cone shape. Use a knife to cut beak in half only going half way down. Press onto body under eyes.  4. Wings: Flatten two 3/16” brown balls into teardrops. Use the toothpick to make three lines in the widest end. Press onto each side of the body".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Turkey Shirt

Turkey stencil provided to make this shirt


Shirt Tutorial at Sisters, Sisters Blog

"Once a week I take Captain Awesome to a playgroup/preschool with some friends. Next week there is a turkey trot for little kids, so this week we decided that we should make matching shirts for all of them. I know, totally cute; they will be doing their first team run together with matching shirts. I've been training Captain Awesome and he will get first place and win us a turkey - Just Joking. He will do awesome though, I just know; especially with his little turkey shirt on.  Anyway, using the awesome Freezer Paper Stencil and Painting technique, we made these shirts".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Turkey with a Canning Jar Lid

Turn jar lids and bottle caps into turkey decorations

Turkey Tutorial at About Familly Crafts Blog

"When I went into my craft room to try to come up with some new turkey crafts, I noticed I still have a stack of canning jar lids (left over from this canning jar lid craft challenge).  I figured that would be a good item to use to make a turkey craft along with a cap from a water bottle and some ribbon.  I made my canning jar lid turkey into a magnet, but you can use it to decorate in other ways. Attach it to a candle to use as part of a centerpiece or you can dress up old napkin rings or create new ones using them".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Wrap Thanksgiving Leftovers

Package leftovers for your guests with style

Tag Tutorial at Make the Best of Everything Blog

"My husband and I have been married for 6 years.  For 5 of these years we have hosted Thanksgiving at our house  We usually have about 15-20 people, and I have ALWAYS worked on little crafts and games to make the day special for our guests. One year I made homemade napkin rings.  Another year, I learned how to formally fold everyone's Thanksgiving napkin. Every year I have printed out formal menus.   Also, since we do have a crowd, I always come up with some sort of " I am Thankful" game to use as an ice breaker.  Fun times".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Thanksgiving Napkin Rings

Recycle a cardboard tube for the base

Rings Tutorial at Make It Easy Crafts Blog

"These napkin rings are quick, easy, and inexpensive to create and they match the previous tutorial --Thanksgiving turkey silverware pockets. The fun part is that they are also dimensional with the turkeys standing at attention.  They will surely get the attention of your guests as well".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Cheesy Mushroom Pull Apart Bread

...and Mashed Potatoes and Noodles

Side DishTutorial at Measured by the Heart Blog

"As I was preparing to write this post, I started thinking…What are my favorite Thanksgiving dishes?  Which sides are the yummiest?  Which are the most impressive?  Which 2 sides would I want for Thanksgiving if I could only have 2?  The answer was easy".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Thanksgiving Jumper

This little dress has an interchangable tail/ruffle embellishment

Jumper Tutorial at Sewing the Littleheart Collection Blog

"I am planning a little trip with Littleheart, to go see my family in the States. We will be spending Thanksgiving with my sister. A few weeks ago, my sister sent me a picture of a little turkey outfit she got my nephew for the occasion, thinking it might be a little tacky, but I loved the idea of dressing up for Thanksgiving, and told her I would make Littleheart something to match!  The only problem is, we don't celebrate thanksgiving here is Israel, and turkeys don't really have any meaning here. So I thought I better come up with something that could be used after thanksgiving too".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Thanksgiving Silverware Pocket

No sewing needed for these table decorations

Pocket Tutorial at Make It Easy Crafts Blog

"This silverware pocket is quick to make, and will add a decorative touch to your holiday table.  In addition, it’s an easy and fun craft for the kids.  The supplies are inexpensive and readily available at craft stores".... Read more

Tutorial Exchange - How to Make a Feathered Turkey Decoration

She said working with feathers is a lot of fun!

Feathered Turkey Tutorial at Bean Bug Crafts Blog

"It's not to early to start thinking Thanksgiving is it? I mean it does kind of seem to sneak up every year, getting lost somewhere in between Halloween and Christmas. At least it seems to happen that way to me.  Well, today I have a tutorial for a "Gobble 'til you Wobble" Turkey sign and it is fun, bright & Full of feathers!  And can I tell you I just LOVE how it turned out!  So why a turkey sign and Thanksgiving decor alreay? Remember awhile back I participated in the Totally Tutorial Blog Supplier Exchange Program?  Well, I've been selected to participate again and this time I got to use feathers! The store Abakhan, (a fabric, hobby & home store) selected me to come up with something fun with these bright, beautiful feathers".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Brine a Turkey

Gotta love Alton Brown and his Thanksgiving tips!

Brine a Turkey Tutorial at Measured by the Heart
"I made this the other night for my family and my brother and his wife. As they were sitting down to seconds I overheard him say, “this is the best dinner I have ever had.” I promise the extra steps are so worth it here..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Turkey Applique Bib

What personality! Cute!

Turkey Applique Bib Tutorial at Treegold & Beegold
"Last week when brainstorming ideas over on Google + I heard a lot of people say turkey. I listened.
Today we have a free applique pattern of this cute turkey. I’m going to be putting it on a bib for Wee Rose but you could use it on anything you want. Good suggestions would be: Place mats, Wall Decoration, Wreath..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Paper Plate Pop Up Turkey

A perfect Thanksgiving craft for the little ones!

Paper Plate Pop Up Turkey Tutorial at Craftlinky
"This paper plate pop up turkey is so easy even a toddler could make it with a little help. Of course, their coloring won't be perfect.
It only requires one paper plate and a way to color it. You can use crayons, markers, paint, even colored stickers or torn pieces of colored tissue paper.
It could be a fun craft for kids on Thanksgiving while waiting for the feast to begin..." Read more