Clothespin Turkey Craft for Thanksgiving
Kids will love making this adorable clothespin turkey craft just in time for Thanksgiving.
This easy Thanksgiving craft for kids comes with a free printable pattern and simple step-by-step directions.
Using clothespins as the turkey’s body gives this craft a fun, creative twist. It’s perfect for preschoolers with a little help, but older kids can complete it independently.
Parents and teachers will love that this project is budget-friendly and easy to prepare. With just clothespins, craft paper, and glue, kids can create a turkey that’s unique and fun to display. It’s great for at-home holiday fun or as a classroom Thanksgiving craft.
When to Make a Clothespin Turkey
- At home during Thanksgiving break – A fun and creative activity that doubles as holiday décor.
- Classroom project – An engaging craft that teachers can display on a bulletin board.
- Preschool craft idea – Simple shapes and colorful feathers make it great for little hands.
- Family gatherings – A perfect activity to keep kids entertained while adults cook.
Why You’ll love this Turkey Craft
The clothespin turkey craft stands out because it’s both creative and unique.
Kids will be fascinated by the idea of using clothespins as turkey bodies, and they’ll love experimenting with different feather colors and designs to make their turkey one-of-a-kind.
Parents will appreciate how budget-friendly and low-prep this project is, especially since the free printable pattern makes it quick to set up.
Teachers will find it perfect for classrooms because it’s mess-free, easy to adapt for different age groups, and makes a great bulletin board display once completed.
It’s also versatile enough to become a personalized Thanksgiving place card or a small holiday gift for grandparents.
Tips and Tricks for Your Clothespin Turkey Craft
- Use felt or craft foam instead of paper for sturdier feathers.
- Replace paper feathers with craft feathers for a colorful variation.
- Add names to each turkey for personalized place setting cards.
- Glue magnets on the back to display on the refrigerator.
- Hang with a loop of ribbon for a window or wall decoration.
- Create a class display with lots of clothespin turkeys for extra holiday cheer.
How to Make a Clothespin Turkey
Follow our simple step-by-step instructions and use the free printable pattern to make your own clothespin turkey craft.
MATERIALS:
- Construction papers
- Brown paint
- Paint brush
- Scissors
- Marker
- Printed Pattern
INSTRUCTIONS:
Paint the clothespin brown and let it dry.
Download and print out the turkey pattern. Cut out the pattern pieces.
Cut the eye template out of white paper. Add pupils to the eyes with a marker.
Then attach the eyes to the clothespin.
*You can switch the eyes to wiggle eyes if you prefer.
Cut the triangle from a yellow or orange paper to make the beak. Cut the wattle from red paper.
Glue the wattle and beak just below the turkey’s eyes.
Cut the turkey feathers from different colors of construction papers.
Glue them together as shown below.
Glue the feathers to the back of the clothespin.
This clothespin turkey craft is a fun, easy, and unique Thanksgiving activity. It’s the perfect mix of creativity and simplicity for kids of all ages.
More fun turkey crafts for Thanksgiving
- Popsicle Stick Turkey Craft for Thanksgiving – Build a turkey with popsicle sticks and colorful feathers.
- Paper Bag Turkey Craft for Thanksgiving – Make a turkey puppet from a paper bag that’s fun for play and display.
- Rocking Turkey Craft for Thanksgiving – A playful rocking paper turkey that moves back and forth.
