A Waste Not Pilgrim- Turn garbage and recycled goods into fun and adorable crafts. This whimsical pilgrim woman was fashioned from a plastic condiment bottle, a little felt, tempera paint, and lots of imagination.
Brown Bag Turkey- This whimsical turkey is a perfect addition to your entryway, or even your dining room wall! Dinner guests may even feel a bit guilty when you cut into you golden brown bird.
Clay Pot Pilgrim- Isn't she lovely? This pretty little pilgrim woman has that gentle and simplistic look that your guests will adore. She makes a dainty table decoration or even a place card holder.
Clay Pot Turkey- This little turkey is quite simple to make. The cost is minimal and he makes a great table decoration or hostess gift for Thanksgiving dinner!
Decoupage Rose Votives- These elegant votive candles are very easy to make and look so beautiful on your table. These will make a pretty but simple centerpiece on your holiday table this year.
Fall Gift Bags- Make the presentation as special as the present with these fall gift bags. They are quick and easy to create with foam stamps.
Festive Scarecrow- This adorable little scarecrow can greet your visitors for years to come! Just carefully pack him up each year, then bring him out again as the leaves begin to turn and Fall is in the air.
Gratitude Wreath- Bring a little bit of autumn indoors. Family and friends help create this wreath by sharing what they are thankful for on brightly colored leaves. Every member of the family can contribute to this beautiful wreath. This is a great, concrete, visual way to put meaning back in the holidays for children.
Ice Candle Centerpiece- What a beautiful centerpiece. Your friends will be amazed at your craftiness and the compliments will keep coming as the night goes on. Be sure to make this a day or so ahead!
Indian Corn Pin- Adults and children alike will enjoy making this festive and adorable pin. Wear to celebrate the season, or give as a gift! This idea can also be adapted to make a colorful magnet.
Light Bulb Turkey- Turn an ordinary burnt out light bulb into this festive and fun turkey this Thanksgiving. Make several at once and give some away as gifts or line your holiday table runner to greet your dinner guests.
Make Your Own Holiday Cloth Napkins- The holidays are fast approaching and it's that time of year to plan for the festivities. If you are the host of this year's feast, why not make your own holiday cloth napkins? They are easy to make and quite beautiful sitting next to your good China.
Mr. Tom Turkey- This plump little turkey will be the center of attention on your table this year! Make one for your table or as?a gift for your host &?hostess.
Paint Stick Scarecrow- This adorable scarecrow makes a great decoration for your kitchen, garden, porch, or just about anywhere you want to "stick" him! Use scraps of material and inexpensive felt to put this cutie together.
Pilgrim Hat Thanksgiving Cup- These little hats hold small treats. Kids can make these and use them for place settings at the Thanksgiving table. A great project for a rainy day before the holiday!
Scarecrow Cheese Ball- This guy is all dressed up and ready to appear on your
Thanksgiving table. This is one time that you won't
have to worry about a scarecrow shooing away the
birds!
Scarecrow Patch in a Pot- These festive scarecrows and their cute little crow buddies are the perfect centerpiece for your fall table. Make several and give as gifts during the fall holiday season!
Stuffed Glove Turkey- This darling little turkey is made from a pair or dollar store gloves and makes the perfect centerpiece! Who could resist the charms of this little Thankgiving Day cutie pie?
Tom Turkey Pin- This whimsical wooden turkey pin is fun to make. It's so easy that even the smallest crafters can make one, and a terrific project to make for church bazaars.
Welcome to Our Patch- Scarecrows are synonymous with Autumn. This little guy is so adorable you just can't resist him! Paint several to give away as gifts, or make one just for yourself to keep in the kitchen.
Yo Yo Turkey- These adorable little turkeys also make great magnets or lapel pins! Make a ton of them to give as gifts to your dinner guests, sell at craft shows, or share with friends.
Yuletide Garland- This lovely yuletide garland is the perfect holder for a sparkling bowl of holiday punch. Place in the center of your holiday table this year.
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