Easy Turkey Feather Crafts to DIY This Thanksgiving
Updated by Shannon Ratliff
Leaves are falling, temperatures are dropping, and fall is in full swing. Which means the holidays are right around the corner! But instead of rushing headfirst into sleigh bells and pine scented candles, why not make the most of sweater weather by slowing down and enjoying these few weeks of autumn with some easy craft projects just for fall. Using feathers as your medium, you can make turkey crafts with the kiddos, or pretty feather art you can use to spruce up your walls any time of year. And the best part is, you don't need to be particularly crafty to try any of these. So grab some apple cider and maybe a glue gun, and try your hand at a few fall father crafts!
What are the easiest turkey feather crafts for adults?
DIY Turkey Feather Wreath
This DIY turkey feather wreath can be easily customized, and produces a one-of-a-kind home decor piece you can display on your front door all month long. Grab a vine wreath form, some wire or floral tape (optional), and feathers. If you don't have turkey feathers on hand, pheasant feathers, or faux feathers work well too. Attach feathers to the form, overlapping slightly to hide wires or tape. For a more haphazard look, just tuck the feathers in between the wreath base vines. When the wreath form is filled out, add in decorative items like pine cones, flowers, ribbon, berries, or ornaments. A great diy craft for a cold autumn afternoon!
The full tutorial can be found at Georgia Pellegrini .
DIY Turkey Feather Dreamcatcher
With a few materials and easy-to-follow instructions, you can be having good dreams and positive thoughts in no time with this statement-making diy dreamcatcher. Start by wrapping a large metal hanging ring with suede ribbon. Follow the instructions in the tutorial to thread the center of the dream catcher, then loop a few strings to the bottom of the ring. This is where you can attach the turkey feathers. Alternate white feathers with brown or spotted feathers for variation, and add beads or shells to the end of the strings before tying them off. This diy project makes a great gift, but feel free to hang it up in your own bedroom too!
Materials list and step-by-step instructions can be found at Winter & Sparrow .
DIY Gold-Tipped Feather Garland
Turkey feathers get a a touch of glam in this pretty diy feather garland. Grab a few brown and white feathers at your local craft store or on Amazon. Spray paint the tips of the white feathers gold, and let dry. Alternating between brown and white, attach the feathers to string or twine using hot glue. Hang anywhere you'd like! Over a mantle with a few white pumpkins sets a pretty scene for fall.
Simple Stylings has the full tutorial.
Framed Feather Wall Art
Feather art doesn't have to be limited to fall. This art project is so easy, and can be displayed year-round. Grab a a frame or two and some different colored feathers. Brown turkey feathers, spotted pheasant feathers, or simply gray or white feathers would all look great. Arrange feathers on a neutral drop cloth fabric, any way you'd like. Spray the backs of the feathers with tacky glue to attach them to the fabric. Attach the fabric to the frame, add a mat and insert the glass. Within minutes, you've got a brand new wall art ready to hang!
Find inspiration and instructions at City Farmhouse .
What are the easiest turkey feather crafts for kids?
Printable Turkey Craft for Kids
These adorable little turkeys are so easy to make, and a perfect kids craft for toddlers and preschoolers. All you need is different colored feathers, a styrofoam ball, the printable turkey template, and tape. Simply wrap the turkey template around the ball, tape it in place, and add a feather or two. It's that easy! Place them in fun spots around the house, or use them as place cards or centerpieces on the day of the big feast!
Brooklyn Active Mama has the full tutorial.
Kids Gratitude Feather Thanksgiving Turkey
This craft idea helps little ones learn about gratitude, and is super simple to make. Make a turkey using a toiler paper roll by adding googly eyes, and red and orange paper or cardstock for the beak and gobble. Then grab a few colorful feathers, and using a permanent marker, have kids write things they're thankful for on each tail feather. Attach with hot glue. You can add all the feathers at once, or add one everyday. When it's complete, you have a cute decoration and a reminder of all the things you're grateful for.
Find the full how-to at Life Over C's .
Kids Footprint Turkey Feather Craft
Here's a cute alternative to the classic handprint turkey craft. Use brown paint to make a footprint on a piece of white paper. Turn the print upside down, and add eyes, a beak, and a wattle using googly eyes and paint. Glue feathers around the turkey body to round out this kid-friendly thanksgiving craft. You can attach the paper to a colorful piece of cardstock to make it look framed, or leave as-is. Write the child's name and date to make a sweet keepsake you can bring out year after year.
Find the tutorial at Fun Handprint Art .
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