Turkey Paddle Ball Game

February 12th, 2013 posted by Terri Bose

It’s a game we all remember from our childhood made into an adorable Thanksgiving Day craft project. Fun for the kids in more ways than one. Pull out the craft supplies and get busy making this little cutie!

What You Need

Paddle Ball Game Blank Feathers Tacky Glue brown or tan paint 2 wiggle eyes small orange or yellow traingle of craft foam or felt small piece of red craft foam or felt for gobbler

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What you do

Paint paddle with brown or tan paint and let dry completely. Glue the feathers to the back side of the paddle so that they stick out horizontally (see photo). Glue one feather on the top of the handle as well. Glue on wiggle eyes, triangle foam for beak and red foam for gobble. Let dry completely before playing paddle game. Note: You can purchase these paddles at the author’s website (see below) and at local dollar stores and discount department stores.

Terri Bose (22 Posts)

Terri Bose is the owner of MakingFriends.com, a website dedicated to kid's crafts. Terri has been online since the late 90's and her site not only offers free craft projects, many which are for scouts, but she also sells many of the supplies that you need in everyday crafting!


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