
Give Extra, Get Extra Gift Idea For Thanksgiving – Free Printable
Today’s post is all about giving back and making someone’s day with this easy Give Extra, Get Extra Gift Idea.
And with Thanksgiving just around the corner, now is the perfect excuse to say “thank you” and pay it forward.
I’ve always believed the motto “Give Extra, Get Extra” and it’s true when it comes to karma! This also goes beyond close friends & family. I’m also talking about those people who affect your daily life, but you don’t even know their name {think police officers, firemen etc} There is always a good excuse to pass on the love and make someone’s day.
You all know by now, that my husband is military – so my heart always goes out to the men & women proudly serving our country.
Recently I made these “Extra” Gum gift packages to hand out to the gate guards working the base gates.
It’s just a little something to say “Hey, I’m Extra Thankful For What You Do.”
Although I gave my finished pieces to military members, you can do the same gesture for friends, family, teachers, etc – by following this SIMPLE tutorial and grabbing some Extra gum at your local retailer. I promise you this little “give extra” gift is not too complicated or expensive and honestly can be made & gifted all year long!
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Give Extra Gift Craft Supplies:
* Cardboard Pumpkin Cutouts
* Free Give Extra Gift Tag Printable {grab the FREE FILE on box.com}
* White Cardstock Paper
* Color Printer
* Single Hole Punch
* Paper Craft Scissors
* Foam Mounting Tape
* Baker’s Twine
* Extra Gum – Individual Packs
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Directions:
* First print out the FREE “Extra Thankful For You” printable that is listed above in the supply list.
* Trim out each section with your scissors.
* Using some foam mounting tape, attach the cutouts to your cardboard pumpkins.
* Now grab your hole punch and punch four holes on the pumpkin cutout. {see pictures for examples of placement}
* Grab your gum and attach it to the opposite side of the pumpkin, with foam mounting tape.
* Now grab some twine and thread it through the holes and tie it off in a bow. This is so the gum won’t accidentally come unattached from the card. {plus it gives the look of a present}
* Repeat for each pumpkin gift.
* Then hand out and see people’s faces light up!
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So what do you think? Super simple, right? So are you going to be taking the “extra” step to pay it forward this holiday season? I sure hope I inspired you today!
And of course going along with the theme of Thanksgiving, I just so happen to grab the dessert flavors of Extra gum to include in my gifts. I thought that was a nice, fitting touch!
Now hurry my friends – go grab the free printable above & get to work on recreating these Give Extra, Get Extra Gifts! Then come share pictures of your gifts on our Facebook page, before you give them away to those deserving folks!
Give Extra, Get Extra Gift Idea
Supplies:
- Cardboard Pumpkin Cutouts
- Free Give Extra Gift Tag Printable {grab the FREE FILE on box.com}
- White Cardstock Paper
- Color Printer
- Single Hole Punch
- Paper Craft Scissors
- Foam Mounting Tape
- Baker's Twine
- Extra Gum - Individual Packs
Instructions:
- First print out the FREE "Extra Thankful For You" printable that is listed above in the supply list.
- Trim out each section with your scissors.
- Using some foam mounting tape, attach the cutouts to your cardboard pumpkins.
- Now grab your hole punch and punch four holes on the pumpkin cutout. {see pictures for examples of placement}
- Grab your gum and attach it to the opposite side of the pumpkin, with foam mounting tape.
- Now grab some twine and thread it through the holes and tie it off in a bow. This is so the gum won't accidentally come unattached from the card. {plus it gives the look of a present}
- Repeat for each pumpkin gift.
- Then hand out and see people's faces light up!

Stacey says
Hi Angela – I bought these cutouts at Michaels a few years back. I’m not sure if you can still find them there anymore. Have you thought about making your own with a die-cut machine or Cricut? Wish I was more help!!! – Stacey
Angela T says
These are super cute! Do you happen to have a link to the pumpkin cutouts? Can’t seem to find them at all when searching.
Shasta says
These are awesome! My team will love these! I’m putting them together today & will hand them out on Thursday! I’m always looking for cute small trinkettes to let my team know that I really do appreciate them. This came right on time! Thank you!
Stacey says
I just checked the link and I was able to access it. Are you clicking on the Download HERE under the supplies listing?
Candace Lindquist says
I love this idea but I can’t download the printable tag. Is there is another way?
Stephanie C. says
These are so cute! What a great idea for gifting to those that go above and beyond…or even favors for guests to take along after Thanksgiving dinner! Thanks for the printable. 🙂