It's that time again. I'm guest posting on Juggling Act Mama! Today I'm sharing a quick and easy Pinecone Turkey Craft for Kids.
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Aren't they cute? The original was created by Boo when she was in kindergarten. Since all of the feathers have definite color patterns, I'm sure her wise teacher used it as a fun way to practice patterns.
If you are wondering why colors of the "feathers" are nothing like the colors of a real turkey, you have probably never tried to talk a little girl out of using her favorite colors! It's definitely a battle I know is absolutely useless. The colors have actually grown on me. (Who says a turkey can't dress up like a peacock?)
This craft is perfect for preschool and kindergarten, but I'm a grown up, and I enjoyed it, so your older kids might like it, too. (You're never too old to string beads, right?)
To get the full tutorial, head on over to Juggling Act Mama by clicking on the image below:
Still here? Why not check out some of my other ideas for Thanksgiving? Here are a few of my favorites:
Dressed Turkeys Printable Kids' Craft
Gluten Free Creamed Onions -- the Perfect Thanksgiving Side Dish!
Jeannie
Boy grand and I made turkey magnets today, I bet he'd love threading beads and making pinecone turkeys tomorrow!
Heidi Fowler
I hope so, Jeannie. Have fun! I'm off to check out your magnets.
Marilyn
These turkeys are so cute...a great Thanksgiving craft for your kids!
Heidi Fowler
Thanks so much, Marilyn. I got the idea from a teacher.
Alisha H.
This is such of a cute idea! ...And I have pine cones too.
Heidi Fowler
Thanks, Alisha. I hope you have fun with it. My kids are always collecting pine cones. It's nice to find something to do with them.
Kelly | Typically Simple
I just picked up a bag of pinecones for another craft...so these will be perfect to make with the leftovers! It's such a cute little craft!
Heidi Fowler
I'd love to see the "other" craft. Have fun making these!
Kim @ This Ole Mom
Your pine cone turkeys are adorable ! I love the beaded feathers so, creative! Pinned!
Heidi Fowler
Thanks, Kim. A teacher created the craft. I only copied it. Teachers are so creative!
Ashley
Those turkeys are some of the cutest I have seen! Would make an adorable center piece!
Heidi Fowler
Thanks, Ashley. That would be a really cute idea!
Kyla @HouseOfHipsters
On my way to Juggling Act Momma! Thanks for sharing! Also wanted to let you know about a new linky party starting this Saturday at 8pm called “Found & Foraged” Can’t wait to party with you at http://www.houseofhipsters.com
Marilyn
Love these pine cone turkeys, Heidi! In fact, we featured them at The Project Stash! :)