Get in the spirit of Thanksgiving with this fun and easy craft project! It's the perfect way to capture those tiny memories forever.
Make memories with your little one that last a lifetime! Create this adorable, unique handprint keepsake that’s sweeter than pie and sure to bring a smile to your face for years to come.
As we gather around the table with family and friends to give thanks, we’ll also be sharing laughs, stories, and memories. This year, why not add a sweet touch to your Thanksgiving decorations with our latest keepsake craft idea?
With just a few simple supplies, you and your child can create a beautiful painted “handprint pie” keepsake piece that can be treasured year after year.
It’s also a fun way to get little ones involved in the holiday prep and commemorate this special day. Plus, it’s easy enough that anyone can do it!
Keep reading for instructions on how to make your very own Sweeter Than Pie keepsake and ALSO grab the FREE printable from us as well!
This holiday season, get the kids involved in a fun and creative craft project that will keep them occupied and entertained while the dinner is cooking. This handprint “sweeter than pie” keepsake is easy and simple to make, but the results are charming and unique.
You can do a pumpkin pie like we did or change up the colors to reflect apple, grape etc.! The choices is yours!
Craft Supplies:
- Pie Printable – on our landing page
- White Cardstock Paper
- Crayons, Markers or Coloring Pencils
- Craft Paint
- Paint Brush
- Small Paper Plate
- Baby Wipes
- Cotton Balls
- School Glue
Directions:
- First things first – grab the sweeter than pie keepsake printable listed above in the supply list.
- Now print out the provided file on white cardstock paper. You only need ONE print per craft.
- Next grab your choice of coloring utensils and have children color in the pie printable however THEY like!
- When they are done, it’s time for the paint! Grab your craft paint, paint brush and paper plate.
- Squirt some paint on the paper plate.
- Pick a hand – any hand will do!
- Paint the palm and fingers of your child’s hand completely.
- Now press it in the center {right inside the PIE design!} on the printable.
- Make sure you wiggle each finger so the paint really transfers to the paper.
- When ready, carefully lift up their hand to reveal the design.
- Now clean off their hand with some baby wipes and a quick trip to the sink with soap & water.
- To finish off the handprint pie keepsake, add some cotton ball “whipped cream” and ANY and all embellishments to give their Thanksgiving keepsake piece a personalized look.
- Don’t forget to write your child’s name, age and date on the back!
- Then display/gift away proudly your child’s beautiful handprint Thanksgiving pie keepsake piece!
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Calling all my crafty friends! Are you looking for even more creative kids craft ideas for the Thanksgiving holiday?
Maybe something to pair with today’s handprint sweeter than pumpkin pie keepsake post?
Then be sure to check out our SUPER popular Paper Plate Cherry Pie, Stained Glass Pie and Paper Plate Pumpkin Pie craft posts!
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Handprint Sweeter Than Pie Keepsake
Get in the spirit of Thanksgiving with this fun and easy craft project! It's the perfect way to capture those tiny memories forever.
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