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Paper Bag Turkey

Fun stuff! Upcycle a brown paper bag into a plump & playful DIY turkey decoration for Thanksgiving. 

Ages: 8 and up, Tween and up, 6 and up

CIY Staff

Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

Gather all the supplies needed to bring your craft ideas to life! From paints and markers to glue and scissors, our crafts section has everything to spark creativity and make every project truly special.

  • Construction Paper
  • Glitter Glue
  • Glue
  • Clear Tape
  • Newspaper
  • Pencil(s)
  • Upcycled Paper Bag

Steps

  • Step 1

    Fill paper bag approximately 3/4 full of crumpled newspaper.

  • Step 2

    Fold down opening of paper bag and secure with tape to create body.

  • Step 3

    Sketch and cut out construction paper feathers.

  • Step 4

    Write what you are thankful for on feathers with gel pens.

  • Step 5

    Glue feathers to back of body.

  • Step 6

    Sketch and cut out turkey head. Add eyes with marker.

  • Step 7

    Add beak and wattle with glitter glue.

  • Step 8

    Glue head to front of body. Let all glue steps dry 3–4 hours.

  • Step 9

    Showcase your bird as a Thanksgiving table centerpiece!

Crafts

CIY Staff Tips

  • Want more Turkey Day crafts? Find other Thanksgiving craft ideas, including Thanksgiving table decoration inspiration.
  • Keep the good times gobbling with free Thanksgiving coloring pages!

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