Thanksgiving is the perfect time to get creative and make something special with your family.
One of the easiest ways to craft is by using toilet paper rolls. These simple cardboard tubes can be turned into cute turkeys, pumpkins, and more!
Thanksgiving crafts with toilet paper rolls are fun, affordable, and great for kids. You don’t need fancy supplies – just some paper, glue, and imagination.
These crafts are a wonderful way to decorate your home, learn about the holiday, and spend quality time together.
Ready to start crafting? Here are 17 fun and easy Thanksgiving crafts with toilet paper rolls that kids and adults will both enjoy.
Each idea is simple, colorful, and perfect for the holiday season.
Gather your materials, roll up your sleeves, and let’s make some festive Thanksgiving memories together!
Classic Turkey Roll
Paint the roll brown, glue on paper feathers, googly eyes, and a beak.
This is the most popular Thanksgiving craft!
Paint your toilet paper roll brown to make the turkey’s body. Then glue on colorful paper feathers, googly eyes, a small orange beak, and a red wattle.
It’s simple and fun for kids of all ages. Place it on your dinner table or windowsill for a cheerful holiday decoration.
It’s a great way to bring Thanksgiving joy to your home.
Handprint Feather Turkey
Use traced and cut handprints for colorful feathers.
This craft is extra special because it uses your own handprints for feathers!
Trace your hands on colorful paper, cut them out, and glue them to the back of a brown roll.
Add eyes, a beak, and a wattle for your turkey’s face. Each feather shows your creativity and adds a personal touch.
Display it on a shelf or classroom desk – it’s perfect for kids to make with family during Thanksgiving week.
Use real fall leaves instead of paper feathers for a rustic look.
For a more natural look, use real fall leaves instead of paper feathers. Paint the toilet paper roll brown and glue on eyes, a beak, and your chosen leaves.
The colors and textures make every turkey unique. This rustic craft looks beautiful on your Thanksgiving table or mantel.
It’s a great way to use nature in art and celebrate the beauty of autumn.
Thankful Turkey
Write what you’re thankful for on each feather.
This turkey helps you remember what you’re thankful for. Paint your toilet paper roll brown and glue on colorful paper feathers.
On each feather, write one thing you are thankful for, like family, friends, or food. Add eyes, a beak, and a wattle to finish the face. It’s fun and meaningful!
Place it on the dinner table so everyone can share their thankful thoughts before eating.
Mini Pilgrim Turkey
Add a pilgrim hat and belt from construction paper.
After making a regular turkey, add a small black paper hat and a paper belt with a gold buckle. It makes the craft look like a little pilgrim.
Kids love this version because it feels festive and cute. You can put these on your dinner table or mantel.
They look amazing in groups and add charm to any Thanksgiving display.
Toilet Paper Roll Napkin Rings
Cut rolls into sections, wrap with twine or ribbon, and decorate with mini leaves or acorns.
Cut the roll into small circles and wrap each one with twine, ribbon, or fabric.
Decorate them with mini leaves, acorns, or stickers. Slide your napkin through and place it on the dinner plate.
It’s a simple and lovely way to make your table look special for Thanksgiving. Everyone will be impressed with your creative touch!
Candle Holders (LED only)
Paint rolls gold or bronze and add faux candles for centerpiece accents.
These shiny candle holders make your table glow!
Paint your toilet paper rolls gold or bronze to give them a warm, fancy look. When they dry, place small LED candles on top – never real ones!
You can decorate the rolls with leaves, ribbon, or glitter. They look beautiful as Thanksgiving centerpieces.
Put them in the middle of your table to make your dinner feel cozy and special.
Corn on the Cob
Paint yellow kernels with bubble wrap stamping and add green paper husks.
Make this corn craft using bubble wrap to create a fun paint texture!
Dip the bubble wrap in yellow paint and press it onto your toilet paper roll to look like corn kernels. Then, cut green paper to make husks and glue them around the sides.
It looks bright and cheerful – just like real corn!
Display it on your table or shelf for a cute Thanksgiving decoration that celebrates the fall harvest.
Pumpkin Centerpieces
Cut, flatten, and slice rolls into rings; glue them into a pumpkin shape and add a paper stem.
Cut, flatten, and slice each roll into rings, then glue the rings together in a circle.
Add a small paper stem and leaf on top. Paint them orange for a classic pumpkin look.
These are perfect for decorating your Thanksgiving table, windowsill, or mantel. You can make several in different sizes to create a full pumpkin patch.
They’re adorable and easy to make!
Pilgrim Hat Place Cards
Use a roll section for the hat body, add a paper brim and buckle, then write names.
These little hats make your Thanksgiving table look fancy and fun!
Cut a small section of a toilet paper roll for the hat body. Add a paper circle for the brim and a yellow buckle for decoration.
Write each guest’s name on the front so everyone knows where to sit. These are great for family dinners or school parties.
They look cute on each plate and add a touch of Thanksgiving history!
Native American Drum
Stretch paper over one end, tie with yarn, and decorate with tribal patterns.
Create a mini drum inspired by traditional designs!
Cover one end of a toilet paper roll with thick paper, stretch it tight, and tie yarn around it.
When dry, decorate the sides with simple patterns like triangles, lines, or dots using markers or paint. Use a stick with a soft tip as a mallet and tap gently.
This craft is fun for kids to explore rhythm and art while learning about music and culture respectfully.
Thanksgiving Binoculars
Tape two rolls together, decorate with stickers or paint, and add a yarn strap.
Go on a Thanksgiving adventure with these pretend binoculars!
Tape or glue two toilet paper rolls side by side. Decorate them with fall colors, stickers, or drawings.
Punch holes near the top and tie a yarn strap so you can wear them around your neck. Use them for a backyard “turkey hunt” or a fall nature walk.
These binoculars encourage creativity and outdoor play. Perfect for curious kids who love exploring!
Cornucopia
Shape and paint a roll brown, fill with paper fruits and veggies.
Shape one end of the toilet paper roll into a cone and paint it brown. When it’s dry, fill it with small paper fruits and vegetables – like apples, pumpkins, and corn.
This craft celebrates the harvest and looks beautiful as a centerpiece or shelf decoration.
It’s a fun way to remember how Thanksgiving is about sharing food and being thankful for what we have.
Scarecrow
Add yarn hair, a felt hat, and draw a friendly face.
Paint your toilet paper roll or wrap it with paper for clothes. Add yarn for hair, a small felt hat, and draw a happy face with a big smile.
You can decorate the body with buttons, ribbon, or patches. This cute scarecrow looks great on windowsills, tables, or classroom displays.
It’s the perfect craft for adding a cozy, country feel to your Thanksgiving decorations.
Owl Decoration
Fold the top of the roll inward for ears, then decorate with fall colors.
Turn a toilet paper roll into a wise little owl!
Gently fold the top inward on both sides to make two pointed “ears.” Then, decorate with fall-colored paper, markers, or paint.
Add big eyes, a small orange beak, and wings made from paper leaves. This craft is simple and adorable.
You can hang it with a string, place it on your desk, or use it as part of a woodland-themed Thanksgiving display.
Gratitude Roll
Write one thing you’re thankful for each day on slips of paper, store inside the roll.
This craft helps you remember what makes you thankful every day.
Decorate your toilet paper roll with paper, stickers, or ribbon. Cut a small slot to drop in paper slips.
Each day, write one thing you’re grateful for and store it inside. On Thanksgiving, open the roll and read them aloud with your family.
It’s a sweet way to share joy and reflect on all the good things in your life.
Storytelling Turkey
Each feather has a prompt (“My favorite Thanksgiving food is…”) to encourage family sharing.
This turkey turns Thanksgiving dinner into a fun game!
Paint your toilet paper roll brown and glue on colorful feathers. On each feather, write a story prompt like “My favorite Thanksgiving food is…” or “A funny family memory is…”.
When everyone sits down to eat, take turns picking a feather and sharing your answer.
It’s a great way to laugh, learn, and connect with your loved ones during the holiday.
Conclusion
Thanksgiving is all about family, gratitude, and creativity.
Making crafts with toilet paper rolls is a simple way to celebrate the season while having fun together. These crafts are easy for kids, inexpensive, and full of festive spirit.
From turkeys to pumpkins, each project helps create happy memories and colorful decorations for your home.
So grab your glue, scissors, and imagination, and start crafting today!
Your handmade Thanksgiving decorations will not only brighten your space but also remind everyone to be thankful for the little things that make the holiday so special.
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Let’s inspire each other with fun, colorful, and thankful ideas this holiday season. Happy crafting and Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍂
