Thanksgiving Decoration: Garland of Leaves
By: Amanda Formaro
Difficulty: Very Easy
Age: 4 and up
Parental supervision is recommended
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As guests arrive, have them write what they are thankful for on a construction paper leaf. Add them to your family thanks list garland!
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What you'll need:
- Construction paper: yellow, orange, red, green and brown
- Black marker
- Scissors
- 48” of green yarn
- Miniature clothespins
How to make it:
- Cut out simple leaf shapes from construction paper.
- Have all dinner guests write things they are thankful for on a leaf.
- Hang a piece of yarn on the wall of from the fireplace mantel.
- Attach each leaf to the garland using a miniature clothespin.
Tips:
- Miniature clothespins are available from your local craft store.
- If you don’t have clothespins, use paper clips or even tape to hold your leaves on the yarn.
- If you run out of room, start another!
