Turkey Thanksgiving Card

A Thanksgiving greeting to gobble about! Talk turkey to friends or family with this DIY Happy Thanksgiving Card.

Ages: 4 and up, 8 and up, 6 and up

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Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

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Construction Paper
Glue
Coffee Filter(s)
Glass Jar
Pencil(s)
Water

Steps

Step 1

Color coffee filter with markers.
Step 2

Fold in half 3 times to create triangle shape.
Step 3

Place coffee filter in jar of water with triangle tip just touching the water. Watch colors wick up!
Step 4

Unfold coffee filter. Dry 1–2 hours.
Step 5

Fold a piece of cardstock in half to make card shape.
Step 6

Cut a piece of construction paper to fit front of card, leaving room for cardstock border. Glue to front of card.
Step 7

Draw turkey body on a piece of construction paper with pencil. Cut out.
Step 8

Glue construction paper eyes, beak, wattle, and feet to turkey body.
Step 9

Draw pupils and recipient’s name on turkey with marker.
Step 10

Fold coffee filter in half twice. Cut top of filter in a wavy pattern to create feathers.
Step 11

Glue feathers and turkey to front of card.
Step 12

Add a Thanksgiving message to inside of card with markers and gel pens.
Step 13

Give to someone you’re thankful for!

Crafts

CIY Staff Tips

Make multiple cards for Thanksgiving Day guests! Give to them in person or use as part of your table setting.
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