50 Thanksgiving crafts, recipes and printables for kids

Here is a great list of Thanksgiving crafts, recipes and printables, lots of great things to keep the kids busy.

Crafts & Activities
1. Fingerprint Turkey Napkin Rings - Crafts by Amanda
2. Indian Corn Craft using Dyed Pumpkin Seeds - I {heart} crafty things
3. Thanksgiving Turkey Place Cards - I {heart} crafty things
4. Thankful Turkey Box Tutorial - I {heart} crafty things
5. Pinecone Turkey - We Made That
6. Fall Leaf Embroidery Hoop Stained Glass - a childhood list
7. Pumpkin Seed Mosaic - Green Owl Art
8. Corn Dough - Green Owl Art
9. Little Paper Wreath - Michelle Made Me
10. Fall Leaf Turkey Magnet - Crafty Journal
11. Autumn Angel - Crafty Journal
12. Finger Paint A Turkey - Art for Kids
13. Leaf Turkey - Six in the Suburbs
14. Turkey Treats - The Crafty Blog Stalker
15. Leaf Mask - Imagine Childhood
16. Turkey treats in a glove - Hoopla Palooza
17. Popcicle stick scarecrow - Projects for Preschoolers
18. Turkey Craft - The Golden Gleam
19. Coffee Filter Tie-Dye Turkeys Tutorial - Busy Kids = Happy Mom
20. 3 Simple, Fun Fall Sensory Bins - The Good Long Road
21. Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pie Play Dough - 2 Big, 2 Little
22. Spin Art Turkey - 2 Big, 2 Little
23. Autumn fingerprint tree - The Fairy & The Frog
24. Autumn Mobile - Red Ted Art
25. Handprint Family Portrait - Blog Me Mom

26. Making Indian Corn - Boy Mama, Teacher Mama

27. Autumn corn necklace - Goose and Binky

28. Make and wear mini Pilgrim hat - Make it Easy Crafts

29. Pilgrim Hat Crayon Holder - The Moody Fashionista

Printables
30. Thanksgiving Activity Book for Kids - Red Fly Creations
31. Pumpkin Pie Spinner - Parents
32. Thanksgiving Place Settings - Fiskars
33. Fall Leaves Matching Game - Mama Miss
34. Thanksgiving Printable - Homeschool Creations
35. Preschool Thanksgiving Printable Pack - 2 Teaching Mommies

Recipes
36. Reese's Peanut Butter Turkey - Kitchen fun with my three sons
37. Thanksgiving S'mores Pops - Kitchen fun with my three sons
38. Nutter Butter Acorns - Sweet Simple Stuff
39. No Bake Thanksgiving Cookies - The Chirping Mom
40. Cake Mix Sprinkle Cookies - {Semi} Homemade Mom
41. Mini Apple Pies - The Mandatory Mooch
42. Pumpkin Pie Bites - Dollhouse Bake Shoppe
43. A Turkey Snack - The Chirping Mom
44. No Bake Turkey Cookies - Six in the Suburbs
45. Handprint Turkey Cookies Recipe - Taste of Home
46. Turkey Cake Pops! - Candiquik
47. Thanksgiving Snack for Kids - B-Inspired Mama
48. Thanksgiving Pilgrim & Indian Cupcake Toppers - Bird on a Cake
49. Waffle Cone Cornucopia - Blissfully Domestic

50. Turkey Muffins - Parenting

You can also view all these links via our teams Thanksgiving 2012 Pinterest board, and many more!

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An Elephant's Faithful, 100 Percent!

Elephant Trunks Onesie, by LeighandMichael

Elephant Children's Decor Wall Plaque, by WalterSilva

Birthday Circus: Cake Toppers, personalized, by sugarandsparkparties

Powder blue & Chocolate Minky Dot Elephant, by lindakraftykreation

Minky Baby Boy Blanket - Urban Circus, by DancingKat

Elephant Wooden Toy, by ArmadilloDreams

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Be Safe!

Sending out wishes of safety to all our team members, fans and customers in the Eastern United States as they brace for Hurricane Sandy.

Rainy Day Baby Bib Gift Set, by MorningTempest

Fleece Kid's Rain Boot Liners, by KatelyB

Warm and Dry Birds, Children's Art Print, by weandthebean

Baby Shower Invitation, showers of love, by BusyChickadees

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Little Pumpkin Head

Pumpkin Hat, Orange Knit with Rolled Brim and Brown Stem from ThatsTheCutestThing

Pumpkin Beanie from LittleSnuggliesbyVal

Pumpkin Hat Knitted for Baby or Child from knitsbygramma

Crochet Pumpkin Hat with Flower from principessasweetpea

Baby Pumpkin Beanie from littlenogginknits

Super bulky Pumpkin Hat from IrishHooksAndYarn

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NEW! Autumn 2012 Shopping Guide

That is right!! The EtsyKids Team have released their new and updated Autumn 2012 Shopping Guide!! All items handmade for babies, toddlers and kids.

chevron yellow and grey cap sleeve

AliBeanBaby

jbows scarecrow applique shirt w

jbowsboutique

girls fall dress modern dress peasant

zoegirldesigns

baby bodysuit or onesie with name and

FiestaKidsBoutique

knit kids hat in organic cotton with

BabbidgePatch

autumn owl cutie hair bow

trendylilmonkey

weather toy set montessori toy nature

ArmadilloDreams

circle of love holiday photo cards 25

lilybeedesigns

snack bag eco friendly with gussett set

PinkPigeonCreations

new red cherry blossom kimono baby or

consciouschildren

bright soft texture blocks set of three

PoppyPatch

girls peasant dress red damask 6mos to

hotlavaclothing

personalized baby gift set 3 pc onesie

Flatoutfunky

classic style large bows on alligator

masterpiecesoffunart

white fairy wings for toddler made from

toastiestudio

made to order design your own minky baby

NotyBaby

earth pony waldorf toy rainbow unicorn

woolies

counting whale 8x10 print

heartsees

3t bowtie and suspenders long sleeve

tagyouritbykari

vintage patterned seahorse

Revivalvintagedesign

photo christmas card holiday card love

cmalinowski3

life cycle of a butterfly wooden toy

LittleWoodlanders

boys green and red plaid christmas vest

sweetchildofminekids

kite silver cloud little girls dress

wildthingsdresses

boy first birthday decorations 1st party

BusyChickadees

annas no frills ruffled bloomer

MySewUniqueBowtique

childrens book sling riley blake puppy

BoogieSmallsBoutique

girls custom boutique shabby pumpkin

christinamcdaniel

Looking for perfect gift this holiday season? Want to give something special and made with love? Our team members create some amazing items and we are so happy to be able to bring a selection of them to you.

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Sensory Activity:: Baby Lotion Body Paint

One rainy day my sister came for a visit and while looking for something to do, we came across this recipe for baby lotion body paint! Since I still have 4 bottles of baby lotion from my baby shower (3 years ago) I though it was the perfect paint to make!

Good times!

Like what you see? Come visit my blog Tutus & Tea Parties for more fun with the kiddos and; even some DIYs for you!

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Aarghhhh, Me Mateys!!

Pirates vs Ninjas Wooden Peg Dolls from BrightLifeToys

Pirate Boy Costume from RaeGun

Pirate's Bounty Personalized Print for Boys from Chichiboulie

Pirate Bunting from WeThreeBees

Initial Pirate Shirt from cortsthings

Wool Skull and Crossbone Jolly Roger Shorties from JillyBeanJar

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After School Snack:: Chocolate Chip Muffins

I've had some super hungry kids coming home from school this week.  Super hungry.  It surprises them and me how much they grow over the summer.  What they took in K/3rd/5th/6th grade isn't always enough to carry them through 1st/4th/6th/7th grade.  So we've been adjusting the menu options, boosting the nutritional value of what they take and making sure they are packing enough to sustain them.  But my brood still needs a little something when they come home from school to tide them over through homework and me making dinner.  

This muffin recipe is one I haven't used in years, and my kids are so glad I pulled it out this week and made it.  In the time it took everyone to unload backpacks, lunch boxes and put everything away, I had these mixed up and in the oven.  They are quick, simple and make a small enough batch that you're in and out in 30 minutes.  Perfect for an occasional after school snack.  

Chocolate Chip Muffins
2 cups all purpose flour
1/3 cup light brown sugar
1/3 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup whole milk (skim -2% also works)
6 tablespoons butter – melted and cooled (I needed to substitute oil here & it worked!)
2 eggs – beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cup mini chocolate chips

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line muffin pan with papers

Sift flour, sugars, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, stir together milk, eggs, butter and vanilla until blended. Make a well in center of dry ingredients: add milk, mixture and stir just to combined. Stir in chocolate chips.

Spoon batter into muffin cups; bake 15-17 minutes, or until knife inserted in center of one muffin comes out clean. Remove muffin tin to wire rack: cool 5 minutes and remove from tins to finish cooling.

Makes a dozen beautifully full muffins.

If a dozen muffins is more than your family needs as an after school snack, consider making half the batch into mini muffins to include in lunches.  Or bag up the left overs to use for breakfast.  They also freeze well so you can freeze extras to use later in the month.   

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National Sewing Month:: Handmade Quilts

September is National Sewing Month, and with sewing being a favorite medium of EtsyKids Team Members, we want to share a special month long series sponsored by EtsyKids Team Member, Heather of theSewingLoft.  Throughout the month, talented sewers -  quilters, garment makers, fiber artists and crafter's will be stopping by theSewingLoft blog and sharing their favorite sewing tool.  So far,  Amy of The Quilt Alliance, Becky of PatchworkPosses and Janelle of TrashN2Tees have shared their favorite tools along with amazing projects to help us practice using their favorite tool and get a good feel for why they use it all the time.

The EtsyKids Team is filled with hundreds of talented artists and crafters, many of whom are sewers.  We hope to inspire you with their creative talent this month as we periodically showcase the beauty, versatility and quality of the sewn products our members have to offer.  We also hope Heather's special series for National Sewing Month, will inspire you to sew ... for the first time, on a new or forgotten project, or branch out and try something completely new in the world of sewing.

Modern Quilt in Gray and White Flying Geese Pattern by theEarlyGirl

Chocolate, Blue, Beige Log Cabin Quilt, Full Size, Machine Quilted by Ahmelie

Doll Patchwork Quilt and Pillow by snowflakeboutique

Bunting Quilt by Sweetiebugs

Super Size Modern Baby Playmat by PeppermintPinwheels

Modern Baby Quilt by AudraRoseDesigns

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Introducing Wood Pond Design

Today We Introduce You to Jennifer from Wood Pond Designs

Q: What motivated you to start your shop?
I started my shop while I was a stay-at-home mom. My friend Joanna turned me on to Etsy. I was so inspired by all the wonderful things people were making. I was motivated by wanting to contribute financially to the family and by having something to call my own.

Q: What is the story behind your shop name?
My shop is named for the street I lived on when I started my shop. I wanted a shop name that was neutral enough to allow me to create a variety of items.

Q: Do you have a favorite Etsy Shop (non-child related)?
Oh my, I have so many favorite shops. I purchase lots of fabric on Etsy and one of my favorite shops is SewFreshFabrics. I also love block printing and two of my favorites are Oh Little Rabbit, and Madderroot. I have also been coveting the lovely pottery made by Whitney Smith Pottery.

Q: What surprised you most about having your own craft / online shop?
The amount of time you can spend on non-productive things like research, forums, shop stats, google analytics, views, likes, posting photos, etc. I had to learn to focus my time and energy into creating instead. I have a sketch book where I draw ideas of what to make next, or how to expand upon ideas and items I’m already making. I put more time into making fewer things better. I also found the need for really good photos to be a challenge. I have used some techniques I learned early on, but there is always room for improvement.

Q: What do you find most challenging about being an Etsy seller?Finding the right balance between my day job, my family life and carving out time to create and run my shop.

Q: What's your personal philosophy behind your shop / products?
My personal philosophy is to provide my customers with a unique high quality handmade item that is made with love and delivered promptly and with personality. The reason Etsy is so wonderful it that I have the opportunity to provide a little bit of me into everything I make and I love sharing that!

Q: How would someone (other then you) describe you?
Energetic, silly, fun, talkative.

Q: What music do you have on while you are creating?
Mostly it’s quiet when I’m working, mostly because I don’t have a set-up in my work space to hook up my iPod. Often times my children come in to help create with me or just to hang out.

Q: What do you do when you aren't working?
When I’m not working in my ‘shop’, I am the registrar for a public school district. I also enjoy cooking, redecorating my new old house, and being outdoors.

Q: Anything else you'd like to tell us or share?
I have enjoyed being part of the EtsyKids Team and am grateful for the volunteers we have as well as for the network connection and friendships I’ve made.

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Established

Important Dates Print, Key Deign in brown and tan (5x7) by YassisPlace

Personalized Canvas Family Sign by BronStarOriginals 

Embroidery Hoop Art, Custom Family Established  Personalized Sign by KingSoleil

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Special Occasion Chic

Special Occasion Flower Crown for Little Girls by AmandasAngels

Little boys formal yellow/green waistcoat by OliveandVince

Monogrammed necklace for flower girl or bridesmaids by pickledbeads

Little Guys BowTie, newborn-2T by myLittleTrendsetters

Monogrammed Dress, beading with ribbon sleeves by fabricfunetc

Wedding tuxedo baby's bib by ABabyNotion

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FOBulous Key Fobs

SquishyBee

Key Fobs, do you have one yet?  No longer are they just sold in college town gift shops embroidered with Greek letters, now they can be found in hundreds of different colors, styles and patterns.  More versatile than a traditional key chain, these fobs make it easy to find your keys in a large bag, tote, purse or backpack.  Slip one on the handle of your suitcase for instant recognition at baggage claim.  Wear it like a bracelet to keep bulky keys out of pockets and close at hand or when both hands are needed.  Fobs are made from 1-1/4 wide cotton webbing and embellished with beautiful, stylish fabrics and are machine washable!

Military Key Fob from BabyBattleRattle

Paisley & Tulips 3 Pack from Ahmelie

Wristlet Key Fob in Elegant Brown Damask from SnazzySnugglies

Hands Free Wristlet Key Chain from BurpieBundles 

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Finding the Perfect Sibling Outfits

From Salinda of PersonalilTy, Southern Children's Clothing



Why do Moms love to dress their children alike? Who knows, but obviously, this is not a new phenomenon. My Momma dressed us alike on occasion, and yours probably did too. 

With the summer here, many families are planning sibling outfits for vacations, family reunions, weddings and of course, planning the annual holiday card photo.

SweetThreadsClothing

Shopping for girls is easy.  Shopping for boys, can be easy -  if you know where to look!  Mixed gender can be tricky, but finding a shop and seamstress that does custom work helps immensely!

Custom Monogrammed Jon Jon or Jumper from PersonaliTychildren

Preppy Alligator Shirts from SweetThreadsClothing
Lotus Wallflower Skirt and Peasant Dress from rubyandviola
Brother Sister Set, Peasant Dress and Tie Tee from CorinneCitrolo

But, what do you do when your children range from newborn to 12???

PersonaliTyChildren

Here’s an idea. Work for coordinating outfits instead. Put the baby in a seersucker jumper. Match big brother’s shirt to the jumper applique and add a seersucker touch. Finish off the set with a seersucker flower headband for big sister to wear with a white shirt and khaki shorts.

Another idea: Put the baby in a fun print. Find big brother a polo one of the colors from the baby’s dress. Big sister can add color with a bright scarf over her favorite white tee.

Etsy is an excellent source for coordinating accessories. Here are few of my favorites from EtsyKids Team members:

Treasury tool supported by website testing

Work with your seamstress to develop the perfect color scheme for your growing family’s portraits to create a unique and totally personalized look the whole family will be happy with.

PersonaliTy Southern Children's Clothing can be found on Facebook, Twitter, her Blog, and of course on Etsy at her shop:

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