Who says ornaments are ONLY for Christmas?! Not me – that’s for sure!!!

So that’s why I was recently inspired to make this Handprint Turkey Ornament with my son and share it with all my lovely readers, right here on Glued To My Crafts!!!

So go ahead – stock pile those plastic crafting ornaments because today’s DIY is a MUST-DO with the kids this Thanksgiving season!!! Whether you make one or a ton {like a classroom craft} it’s really EASY to pull together!!!

All you need to do is gather up a few simple materials {listed below} and let your child’s creative side shine this season! Our fall-inspired project tutorial will show you the “how to” below!

Then hang your turkey masterpiece in your home for everyone to see OR gift it away! I can envision that these would be great on a Thanksgiving tablescape as well!

The possibilities are endless and I hope I had a “hand” in inspiring the craftiness within you and your child! Happy crafting, my friends!!!

Handprint Turkey Treats Supplies:

• Flat Plastic Ornament {affiliate link}
• Light Brown Cardstock
• Pencil
• Scissors
• School Glue
• Glitter
• Low-Temp Hot Glue Gun {affiliate link}
• Dark Brown Crinkle Paper {affiliate link}
• Ribbon
• Black/Red/Orange Puffy Paint {affiliate link}

Directions:

• First things first – the handprint!!! For each turkey ornament, you will want to trace/trim out your child’s handprint. Decorate the fingertips with glitter and glue {or leave plain} Set aside to let it dry completely.
• Next is the ornament. Stuff it until full, with dark brown crinkle paper {or make your own out of cardstock using these {affiliate link} fringe scissors.
• Now get that glue gun hot and ready! Glue the handprint cutout to the plastic ornament.
• Next, oon the other side of the ornament, use your puffy paint to draw on a face for the turkey.
• Set aside your finished Handprint Turkey Ornament to let it dry completely {an hour or two} then add your ribbon to hang and gift away!!!

Be sure to also check out our Handprint Turkey Poem for another Thanksgiving “keepsake” themed idea! #gluedtomycrafts