Skills Required. Beginner. Even if you’re a newbie crafter, you can do this project. You’ll do simple staining, cutting a stencil, painting, and Mod Podging to seal and add glitter accents.

I love working on DIY signs for the house. I have a Silhouette cutting machine and it really makes it easy for me, but you can always find great stencils at the craft store if you don’t have a cutting machine.

I decided I wanted to make a new fall sign for the house that also worked for Thanksgiving. I made a scrapbook paper fall sign last year and was really pleased with how it turned out.

So I decided on making a new give thanks sign for this year, but adding a touch of glitter! Gotta LOVE some glitter, right??! Learn how to make this DIY Thanksgiving sign below.

Gather These Supplies

• Mod Podge Matte
• Wood – any size
• Stencil or cutting machine and vinyl
• Stain
• Sandpaper
• Paint
• Glitter
• Paintbrush
• Rags (optional)

Thanks for stopping by! I hope this give thanks sign inspires you to make one of your own. It doesn’t have to be a fall themed sign, it can be any kind of sign!

I just wanted to show how easy it is to make your own without spending a lot of money at a store.

Get the printable how to for this project below:

Print

Give Thanks Sign

Learn how to make a unique DIY Give Thanks sign with Mod Podge, stain, and vinyl lettering! Perfect for fall and Thanksgiving.

Course Home Decor Crafts

Keyword diy give thanks sign, diy thanksgiving sign, give thanks porch sign, give thanks sign, give thanks wood sign, thanksgiving sign

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 2 hours hours 30 minutes minutes

Dry Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 3 hours hours 40 minutes minutes

Servings 1 sign

Cost $10

Equipment

• Paintbrush(es)

Ingredients

• Mod Podge Matte
• 1 piece Wood 12" x 12"
• Cutting machine and vinyl OR a stencil
• Craft paint
• Stain
• Sandpaper
• Glitter
• Rags optional

Instructions

• Get a piece of wood sized 12" x 12" from your local hardware store (I have them cut it for me). Sand and round out the edges of the sign with sandpaper.
  
• Stain the wood using either rags or a sponge brush. Rub on until you get the desired effect and let dry. I went over the wood twice with a sponge brush. It dried in an hour.
  
• Use your cutting machine to create a "Give Thanks" stencil out of vinyl.
  
• Attach the stencil to wood and smooth. Fill in the "Give Thanks" using a sponge brush and paint. Let dry.
  
• On the accents, apply Mod Podge to the stencil with a sponge brush. Sprinkle glitter on top and let dry. Brush away the excess.
  
• Pull the vinyl off the wood and touch up any areas that need it. Let dry completely before displaying.
  

Notes

• Costs vary greatly for this project! I already had everything on hand but the wood and the graphic. Scrap wood is great for this project.
• You can always use a regular stencil to make your “give thanks” letters if you don’t have a cutting machine.
• Here is a very detailed post I did about adding the vinyl for another sign I did.

Did you enjoy this project? I’d love for you to check out these other Thanksgiving craft ideas:

• DIY Fall Signs to Make Your Autumn Better
• Mod Podge Tissue Paper Stained Glass (So Easy!)
• Make Faux Stained Glass with Mod Podge (Easy!)
• Easy Kids Craft: Faux Stained Glass House
• How to Make a Fall Sign in Three Steps

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Skills Required: Beginner to Intermediate. There are craft ideas here for those with no experience, then some with fabric stiffener and Dimensional Magic that require a bit more skill. You’ll find something here no matter your level.

I’ve never really decorated for Thanksgiving before – somehow it gets lost every year between Halloween and Christmas. Not this year, my friends. It’s time to reclaim Thanksgiving and give it the attention it deserves!

I’ve pulled together a fabulous collection of twenty Mod Podge Thanksgiving crafts for you to enjoy. These are all inspirational, for home decor for the season or for a family celebration.

You’ll find yourself wanting to make all of these crafts! From turkeys to table decor, I can see that I’m going to need a huge container of Sparkle Mod Podge to dress the projects up appropriately.

Who’s with me in making Thanksgiving decorations this year? Scroll down to see all the ideas!

1

DIY Leaf Bowl

Learn how to make a leaf bowl using dollar store supplies and fabric stiffener. This is so easy, even a kid can do it. Perfect autumn decor.

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2

Wood Thanksgiving Decor For Your Home

Learn how to make wood Thanksgiving decor using wood pumpkins, paint, Mod Podge, napkins, and other embellishments. Perfect for fall decor!

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3

Thanksgiving Sign with Rustic Style

Abbey shows you how to make this rustic style, distressed Thanksgiving sign using washi tape, chalk paint, and Mod Podge!

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4

Fall Napkin Rings

Learn how to make DIY napkin rings using dollar store supplies! This is so simple to do and the results are so unique.

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5

Erin Spain

Thanksgiving Wine Charms

Use jewelry findings along with Dimensional Magic to make these unique wine charms for Thanksgiving Day.

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6

Give Thanks Sign

Learn how to make this simple (and beautiful!) stained Give Thanks sign on a budget. This Thanksgiving sign is perfect to keep up from fall through the holiday.

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7

Glitter Acorn Decor

Decorate wood acorns with glitter and Mod Podge! A simple and easy craft that looks great with your fall decor.

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8

Plaid Crafts

Leaves Tablecloth

Use faux leaves and Mod Podge to decorate a simple burlap tablecloth. Great for a holiday dinner.

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9

Pretty Pumpkin Decorations

Create simple pumpkin decorations with chalk paint, diamond dust, and Mod Podge! This craft idea is so easy and perfect for fall.

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10

thesweetestpart.com

Thankful Tree Tutorial

What are you thankful for? Make this Thanksgiving tree with your family and display your blessings.

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11

Steve Carrell

Napkin Pumpkin

Learn how to decoupage a faux pumpkin with napkins to add to your fall tablescape.

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12

Plaid Crafts

Thanksgiving Mason Jars

Create a unique autumn display with mason jars. Perfect for a seasonal mantel or the center of a holiday tablescape.

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13

Plaid Crafts

Leaf Decoupage on Pumpkins

Use real or faux leaves to decorate white pumpkins that are perfect to leave out all season.

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14

centsationalstyle.com

Thankful Banner

What are you thankful for? Every time you look at this handmade banner it will remind you to count your blessings.

Get the Tutorial

15

rhythmsofplay.com

Turkey Leaf Lanterns

These cute little turkey mason jar luminaries look beautiful both lit and unlit, and, make a fun centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table.

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16

www.jessiedaye.com

Thanksgiving Centerpiece

Learn how to make unique centerpieces with leaves and glitter Mod Podge. This is easy enough for kids to make.

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17

Falling Leaves Frame

Grab a dollar store frame and some table scatter to make a unique autumn display.

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18

Napkin Rings from Paper Towel Rolls

Use recycled paper towel and toilet paper rolls to make Thanksgiving napkin rings. You'd never guess they were made for pennies!

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19

Steve Carrell

Glass Plate and Charger

Make a rustic designer set of plates and chargers using burlap, scrapbook paper, and Mod Podge.

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20

Steve Carrell

Thankful Art Collage

Use your favorite papers and scrapbook accents along with Mod Podge to make this pretty home decor canvas.

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21

www.gingersnapcrafts.com

Give Thanks Blocks

You can customize these wood blocks with any words you like – I love this simple "Give Thanks" message.

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22

DIY Thanksgiving Sign

Thanksgiving wouldn't be complete without a handmade sign that welcomes your guests. In this post, you can get a free printable to make it!

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23

Beckie Farrant

Count Your Blessings Board

Count your blessings each day by grabbing a Hershey's Kiss off of the board. Yum!

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24

Mod Podge on Clay Leaf Tags

Use Mod Podge on clay in this tag project, that works well for place settings as well. Perfect for the Thanksgiving table and SO easy to make.

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25

DIY Chalk Board Breadboard

Use an MDF breadboard to make this unique DIY chalk board. Perfect for writing messages for Thanksgiving and other holidays – or even every day!

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If you enjoyed these crafts, let me know what you think in the comments. Also, I hope you’ll check out these related posts to celebrate autumn and Thanksgiving:

• How to Dry Acorns for Crafts and Decor
• Thanksgiving Crafts for Adults (40+ Ideas!)
• Painted Pumpkins That Will Rock Your Autumn
• Fall Crafts for Adults: 40+ Fun and Easy Ideas!

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Skills Required: Beginner. It’s relatively easy even if you’ve never crafted before. Just follow the steps closely for painting and Mod Podge and be patient and you’ll achieve success.

Thanksgiving is time of warmth, gratitude, and creative crafts! Are you ready to add a touch of handmade charm to your Thanksgiving decor this year?

Well, grab that old sign or piece of wood you were thinking about tossing out, because I’m going to show you how to transform it into a delightful DIY Thanksgiving sign that’s as easy as pie (and nearly as satisfying).

Imagine this: a cozy corner of your home adorned with a sign that not only adds to the festive atmosphere but also boasts your crafting prowess.

It’s not just any sign; it’s your creation, infused with your style and effort. Whether you’re a seasoned DIYer or a newbie looking to dip your toes into the world of crafts, this project is tailor-made for you.

This project requires just a few simple materials like fabric, wood stakes, and Mod Podge. And the best part? No power tools needed, making this craft as beginner-friendly as it gets.

You’ll cut, glue, and smooth your way to a beautiful background. Then, with a bit of painting and cutting (don’t worry, I’ll walk you through each step), you’ll frame your masterpiece in wood, giving it that farmhouse charm that screams ‘Thanksgiving’.

But what really brings this Thanksgiving sign to life is the vinyl letters – choose a heartfelt holiday message or maybe just a simple ‘Give Thanks‘. Whether you pick up some stickers or cut your own, I’ve got tips to make sure they stick and look great.

So, why not make this holiday a little more personal? Gather your supplies, clear out an afternoon, and let’s create something that’ll make your Thanksgiving not just thankful, but crafty too. Ready to get started? Read on, and let’s make some decor magic happen!

Gather These Supplies

• Seasonal sign – the dollar store is great for these if you don’t have one
• Wood stakes
• Stain or craft paint – brown
• Canvas or linen fabric
• Scissors
• Mod Podge
• Flat paintbrush
• Saw
• Miter box
• Hot glue gun and glue sticks
• Vinyl letters – buy or cut your own

Tips and Thoughts for This Project

Get a free SVG file and printable for the graphic we used here (for personal use only).

I used square wood stakes for the frame, but you can use square wood dowels as well.

No stain? No problem! Use watered-down brown paint as a ‘stain’. I mixed my brown with some yellow and black to create the brown tone that I wanted. Brush it onto the wood pieces and don’t forget to paint the ends as well.

You can use any Mod Podge formula depending on the finish you’d like. I recommend one of the basics like, Gloss, Satin, or Matte.

This simple sign comes together quickly in an afternoon – customize it with your own wording or even add embellishments! Use it as a standing sign to add to a mantel, or add some hanging hardware to convert it into a wall hanging or even door decor. Enjoy making your own sign with the how to card below:

Print

DIY Thanksgiving Sign

Learn to make a Thanksgiving sign with simple steps and materials. Perfect for beginners! No power tools needed.

Course Thanksgiving

Keyword diy give thanks sign, diy thanksgiving sign, make a thanksgiving sign, thanksgiving sign diy

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 3 hours hours

Dry Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 4 hours hours 15 minutes minutes

Servings 1 sign

Cost $5

Equipment

• Scissors
• Flat paintbrush
• Saw
• Miter box
• Hot glue gun and glue sticks

Ingredients

• Seasonal sign
• Wood stakes
• Stain or craft paint brown
• Canvas or linen fabric
• Mod Podge
• Vinyl letters buy or cut your own

Instructions

• Measure your sign and cut your fabric to size. I like leaving a bit as a border to fold back or trim as needed.
  
• Cover the sign with Mod Podge and attach your fabric. Use a brayer to flatten it down and ensure that there are no ripples or lifted areas. Wait for that to dry.
  
• Once dry, cut the excess fabric and then cover the top again with Mod Podge. Wait for that layer to dry.
  
• Cut the wood first. I measured the longest sides and cut that with a miter box. For the short sides, I measured and then subtracted the thickness of both the long pieces of wood to get the correct fit. Then stain all pieces with paint and let dry.
  
• Time to add your vinyl sentiment. Use store bought vinyl stickers or cut your own with a die-cutting machine such as a Silhouette or Cricut. Use a scraper or brayer to adhere it firmly to the fabric surface.
  
• If your vinyl is having problems sticking or it’s peeling off easy, add a layer of Mod Podge on top to secure it in place. Wait for that to dry before proceeding to the final step.
  
• Finally, attach your wood frame using hot glue, making sure everything is aligned.
  

If you enjoyed the sign, let me know in the comments! I’d also love for you to check out the following posts:

Chalkboard Message Board • DIY Fall Signs • Easy Fall Sign • Friendsgiving Sign • Glitter Acorns • Leaf Bowl • Paper Mache Pumpkins • Thanksgiving Napkin Rings • Wooden Pumpkins

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Do you want to add a little something extra to your Thanksgiving dinner table this year? Whether it’s for family or company, I have the perfect DIY projects for you.

Thanksgiving napkin rings are easy and inexpensive to make – so that you can spend less time planning out the decor and more time in the kitchen getting the food ready!

When making napkin rings, there are a few things I always like to keep in mind:

Keep them inexpensive. Use as many recycled materials as possible (ribbon scraps, toilet paper rolls, leftover clay, etc.).

Raid your stash. Look for embellishments like adhesive letters, glitter, buttons, or anything else that you could attach that would be perfect for the holidays.

Combine materials. Use paint, hot glue, Mod Podge, paper, glitter glue, yarn, a die cutter . . . or whatever else you have to make your rings.

If you think about it, a napkin ring is just a circle that holds a piece of fabric. They are usually around 2″ in diameter, so there’s not that much to making them. They’re quick, and perfect for crafters of all skill levels!

Below are 25 cute napkin ring ideas for your Thanksgiving table. Not only would they would be great for the holiday, but you can use them to set the table all fall. Some of these are versatile enough to use all year long.

So, check out these projects and let me know what you think.

26

DIY Napkin Rings Using Dollar Store Supplies

Make DIY napkin rings for fall using an unlikely supply – a balloon kit! These fall napkin rings are so easy to make, budget friendly and look great on your autumn table.

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27

Make Napkin Rings from Paper Towel Rolls

Use recycled paper towel and toilet paper rolls to make napkin rings. You’d never guess they were made for pennies! Perfect for the holidays.

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28

confessionsofaserialdiyer.com

Chalkboard Frame Napkin Rings

Transform small frames from the dollar bins into chalkboard frames with these easy to make napkin rings. This idea only takes five minutes! You can also use this idea for weddings, birthdays, showers, etc. These would be great at any party because they're so versatile!

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29

themerrythought.com

DIY Clay Napkin Rings

Clay is a fun material to work with, especially when it comes to napkin rings! This article will walk you through the steps of how to make these yourself, and you can use Thanksgiving colors for a festive touch.

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30

www.marchingnorth.com

Quick and Easy Macrame Napkin Rings

Learn how to use the macramé technique to make these easy and quick napkin rings that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting friends or just having Thanksgiving dinner with your family, this is an easy way to add some style!

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31

Clay Leaf Tags for Place Settings

Use Mod Podge on clay in this gift tag project, that works well for place settings as well. Just add a little bit of baker's twine for very festive Thanksgiving napkin rings.

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32

littlemisspartyplanner.com

Pinecone Thanksgiving Napkin Rings

Transform your table into a festive fall scene with these DIY pine cone napkin rings. You'll need to gather some cardstock, cones, wire, and a few other supplies for this project! Here's how you can make them in just five steps.

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33

momenvy.co

Wood Beaded Thanksgiving Napkin Rings

These wood beaded Thanksgiving napkin rings would make a great addition to a farmhouse style tablescape. Plus, they’re super easy and inexpensive to make!

Get the Tutorial

34

themerrythought.com

DIY Leather Napkin Rings

Making your own napkin rings doesn't have to be complicated. All you need is leather lace, wood beads, scissors, and napkins. This project also makes for an easy DIY gift idea, so get crafting!

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35

Amanda Formaro

Pilgrim Thanksgiving Napkin Rings

For those who are missing loved ones this holiday season, the dinner table can be a lonely place. That's why Pilgrim napkin rings are perfect – they remind us that no matter how many people you have around your Thanksgiving table, there will always be one more seat waiting for someone else.

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36

Oh Happy Day

Gumdrop Acorn Napkin Rings

These pretty gumdrop acorn napkin rings are very easy and fun to make. Once you start, you will want to keep making them! Mix in any extras with other seasonal nuts or fruits as a colorful centerpiece! PS – you can also use pom poms in place of the gumdrops.

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37

fiberfluxblog.com

Harvest Napkin Rings with Free Crochet Pattern

These napkin rings are a quintessential fall table decor item! The free crochet pattern is perfect for those of you with hooking skills. You can make these as an adorable gift or keep them all for yourself!

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38

www.onsuttonplace.com

Free Printable Thanksgiving Napkin Rings

Bring a little bit of the holiday spirit to your table with these free printable napkin rings. The design is simple and easy, just download, cut out, and then add ribbon.

Get the Tutorial

39

hellolittlehome.com

Gilded Acorn Napkin Rings

These pretty acorn napkin rings are a fun fall craft and a great way to dress up a seasonal or holiday table. You can do this project with either real or fake acorns.

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40

www.kenarry.com

Burlap Ribbon Napkin Rings

Learn how to make a burlap napkin ring using a burlap ribbon. These burlap Thanksgiving napkin rings add a perfect touch of rustic glam to your tablescape!

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41

homemadelovely.com

Easy Paper DIY Napkin Rings

Don't limit yourself to Thanksgiving with these printable napkin rings! You can use them for any occasion. Shannon shares the fonts and cuttable files so you can customize them any way you like.

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42

fabricpaperglue.com

Leather Thanksgiving Napkin Rings

No more boring napkins for you! These leather rings add a little class to your dinner table this holiday season. The natural tan color goes with everything, and the size is perfect for any type of napkin thickness.

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43

Kimberly Sneed

Painted Burlap Thanksgiving Place Settings

Okay, this is less of a "ring" – but these painted burlap bags provide the same function of corralling your silverware and dressing up your table. I absolutely love this cute idea for the holidays.

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44

champagneandsugarplums.com

Stamped Thanksgiving Napkin Rings

Elegant and festive, these napkin rings are stamped with an autumn leaf or acorn design on the front. They're perfect to use at your own holiday feast or as favors for guests!

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45

Angie Holden

Mini Pumpkin Napkin Rings

Make these pumpkin napkin rings for Thanksgiving or a fall dinner party. This is a quick and easy project that is perfect for your holiday tablescape, plus you can choose any colors to make them your own.

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46

www.sasandrose.com

DIY Stamped Clay Napkin Rings

These clay napkin rings are just what you need to add personality and charm to your dinner table. They look great with a variety of Thanksgiving decorations and styles!

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47

www.heytherehome.com

DIY Wood Slice Napkin Rings

You don't have to be Martha Stewart to know that a Thanksgiving table with cloth napkins is incomplete without napkin rings. These are so easy, and you can make them out of scraps from your woodworking projects or those little extra pieces in the yard.

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48

tikkido.com

Jeweled Fall Napkin Rings

These DIY jeweled fall napkin rings are the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving table. They're easy and inexpensive to make, and these rhinestone napkin rings sparkle with fall color and style.

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49

awonderfulthought.com

Turkey Tail Book Page Napkin Rings

The book pages of these awesome Thanksgiving napkin rings are meant to mimic turkey tails! I love this idea and that Kimberley was also able to incorporate acorns. So fall festive!

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50

easypapercrafts.com

Boho Beaded Paper Tube Napkin Rings

These handmade napkin rings cost almost nothing to make and add a special boho vibe to your table setting. They are easy enough for kids to make, and can be used for other festive events or parties beyond Thanksgiving.

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Did you enjoy these DIY Thanksgiving napkin rings? Let me know in the comments! I’d also love for you to check out these other ideas:

• Easy Thanksgiving Crafts Made with Mod Podge
• DIY Mod Podge Plates Your Guests Will Admire
• Thanksgiving Crafts for Adults (40+ Ideas!)
• Christmas Napkin Rings for a Festive Holiday Table
• DIY Thanksgiving Sign Makes for a Merry Feast

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We love making signs around here (see fall, Christmas)! Seriously, if I’m going to make any kind of display for the holidays, there needs to be some sort of a message as part of the “ambiance.”

It’s especially important if you’re having guests over. What kind of mood do you want to set? Mine is usually silly and sarcastic, to be honest.

But for Thanksgiving, I do like to go with a bit of a softer message. Because genuinely I’m thankful for a lot of things that I have.

I feel like even though I’ve had it rough at some points in my life, I’m a pretty lucky person. God/the universe looks out for me!

So today I’m happy to share with you these DIY Thanksgiving signs! Most of these use very simple supplies and are perfect for beginners. They come on a variety of backgrounds, including wood cutouts, pallet wood, and even wood slices.

Tips for Making A Thanksgiving Sign

Pick your message first. The message you select will determine the size you need for the background of your sign.

What do you want to say to your guests? Do you want it funny or more serious? Here are some cute options I’ve noticed:

• In Everything Give Thanks
• Let Our Lives Be Full of Both Thanks and Giving
• Give Thanks and Eat Pie
• Leftovers Are For Quitters
• Gobble ‘Til You Wobble
• Get Your Fat Pants Ready

Look for salvaged or reusable materials for your background. Something about Thanksgiving typically says “rustic” to me . . . pallet wood, an old board, wood scraps, even a wood slice. Don’t be afraid to grab something old and make it new again!

Embrace chalk paint and chalkboard paint. Both of these can give a very rustic look to a project, which is perfect for Thanksgiving signs. You can also easy distress chalk paint (plus it’s typically no-prep).

Don’t worry if you don’t have a Cricut. A lot of signs use cutting machines, but if you don’t have one, check Etsy.

There are designs already cut for sale (search your saying), or there are people who will cut for you to the size you want.

Are you ready to check out some cool DIY Thanksgiving signs? Check out the list below!

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Steve Carrell

Farmhouse Thanksgiving Sign with Rustic Style

This blessed and grateful DIY Thanksgiving sign is a perfect compliment to your holiday decor. It’s very EASY to make – great for farmhouse or rustic style!

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52

Give Thanks Sign

Learn how to make a unique DIY Give Thanks sign with Mod Podge, stain, and vinyl lettering! Perfect for fall and Thanksgiving.

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53

Crystal Owens

Give Thanks with a Grateful Heart

Grab your Cricut and some vinyl to make this sign with such a nice Thanksgiving message! Don't have a Cricut? You can order vinyl sayings from Etsy.

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54

EASY Thanksgiving Sign with Rustic Style

Learn how to make this rustic style, distressed Thanksgiving sign using washi tape, chalk paint, and Mod Podge!

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55

Merry Feast

Learn how to make a sign using pieces of wood, Mod Podge, and a free printable. Make with basic tools!

Get the Tutorial

56

weekendcraft.com

Thanksgiving Mason Jar Sign

I love that the background of this sign is a wood mason jar! Paint it, add some twine, then use the message of your choice with stencils or a vinyl saying.

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57

Meredith LeRoy

Reversible Thanksgiving and Christmas Farmhouse Sign

This is a genius idea! Make a DIY Thanksgiving sign with a Christmas sign on the back! Then you don't have to do anything new when turkey day is over – simply flip the sign.

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58

Amy @ The Happy Tulip

Gobble Thanksgiving Sign

Sometimes the message is clear: you just need to make the noise of a turkey! This is cute and perfect if your decor is a little bit more modern.

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59

cleanandscentsible.com

DIY Rustic Thanksgiving Sign

This very simple sign uses stencils and stain to create a rustic look! This is easy to use with any saying you like.

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60

Melissa Mortenson

Gather Together Gold Leaf Sign

If you've never used gold leaf, it's a favorite that I always forget to incorporate! But I love that Melissa used it to highlight the word "Gather" in this unique Thanksgiving sign.

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61

Kim Montisserit

Thanksgiving Wooden Pie Sign

A cheese board was used to make this Gather Together, Give Thanks, and Eat Pie sign. BUT you could also use a pizza pan from the Dollar Tree with some fabric or paper. I love that it's round!

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62

heytherehome.com

Thankful String Art Tutorial

String art is a favorite of mine just generally speaking; when you turn it into a sign for Thanksgiving, I love it that much more! This is such a unique idea.

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63

fourtheastcraftco.com

Talk Turkey to Me Sign

Turkey is my favorite thing about Thanksgiving! You'll need to be able to cut wood to make this sign, but you can probably get it done at your local home improvement store. The cuts are very simple!

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64

Lolly Jane

Thanksgiving Turkey Butcher Chart Sign

Lolly Jane thought this would be a cute way to honor their favorite November meat, Mr Turkey! This turkey butcher chart sign is a neutral way to bring a little Thanksgiving cheer to your home decor.

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65

McKenzie Guymon

Modern Thankful Sign

Looking for something unique with a bit of a modern twist? This Thanksgiving sign incorporates modern looking leaves with stain and a simple message.

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66

www.thehappyscraps.com

DIY Gather Thanksgiving Sign

This sign incorporates small paper cutouts in the shape of leaves and acorns with the word "gather" in gold! Very simple but makes a big impact.

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67

bloominghomestead.com

DIY Be Thankful Sign

This DIY thankful sign is a fun reminder of the season and ways we can find joy in sharing gratitude. And who can resist the little burlap and lace banner?

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68

simplymadefun.com

DIY Thankful Chalkboard Sign

Make this minimalist thankful chalkboard sign for your home using a cutting machine and some paint! It’s easy and quick, and perfect to display when you have people over for your Thanksgiving feast.

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69

Courtney Sanchez

Thanksgiving and Halloween Reversible Sign

Courtney usually hosts a Halloween party and Friendsgiving dinner at her house each year. What a better way to make decor she can use for both than this reversible pumpkin sign! I love the chalk paint.

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Jessica Hill

Give Thanks Glittered Sign

Add a little extra bling to your Thanksgiving decor with this sign project! You don’t need to be afraid of a larger glitter DIY like this, with just a few steps you will have a beautiful sign with less mess than you might imagine.

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diyinspired.com

Repurposed DIY Thanksgiving Sign

I mentioned using repurposed materials for your Thanksgiving signs – this is a perfect example! Dinah used a cabinet door as the basis for her "gather together and give thanks" message.

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I hope you enjoyed checking out these Thanksgiving DIY signs! I think you might also enjoy these other posts:

• DIY Thanksgiving Napkin Rings to Dress Up Your Table
• Easy Thanksgiving Crafts Made with Mod Podge

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Skills Required: Intermediate. It’s easy to paint the wood and add embellishments. The only challenging part is ironing the napkins into the Mod Podge, since napkins are fragile. It might take some practice, so work on a sample first.

I’d like to start with a little thankfulness story for today’s Thanksgiving craft. After I graduated from college, I had no idea what I was doing. I had just gotten a Forestry degree from the University of Washington, and I wasn’t really sure where to go next.

There were a lot of options. I had a professor who wanted to work together on a master’s degree program, and I also had a potential job offer from the US Forest Service (for a job that was “eh” in terms of appeal).

I also had a boyfriend, but things were rocky. It was time to start my life and figure it all out. Ah, the trials and tribulations of being 22 years old!

As a stop gap, I worked at a construction company for the summer with my mom’s friend Christie, who I’ve known since (almost) birth. She saw how much I was struggling and decided we would do an exercise together every single day.

What we did was quite simple, and we did it every morning right when I walked in the door: write down five things you are thankful for today. That’s it. That’s the assignment.

While it might seem too simple, you’d be surprised at how much your mood or demeanor can be determined for the day when you start off with what you are grateful for. It helps greatly!

It’s a great exercise that I stopped doing a long time ago, but it’s what I thought about when I made this wood Thanksgiving decor. I thought about those times with Christie, and everything I am grateful for this year. While life can be challenging, there’s always something to say “thanks” for.

Thanksgiving crafts just hit different, to be honest. They always make me sit and think about what I have. Maybe it’s because you’re working with words like “blessed,” so there’s a constant reminder. Either way, it’s very peaceful.

This year I decided to add this wood Thanksgiving decor to my holiday decorations based on some cute word embellishments I found at Dollar Tree. I knew that I wanted to make something with napkins, so that’s how this fall decor was born into the world. Here’s how you make it.

Thanksgiving Wood Decorations

Gather These Supplies

• Wood cutouts – I used chunky ones from Michaels
• Craft paint – white and the other colors of your choice
• Mod Podge Gloss
• Inspirational words – mine are from Dollar Tree
• Twine
• Napkins
• Parchment paper
• Hot glue gun and hot glue
• Paintbrushes
• Craft knife
• Scissors
• Sandpaper (fine grit) or a nail file
• Mini iron
• Craft glue

Paint the Cutouts

Paint all of the wood cutouts with white. There’s two reasons for this. First, you’re going to leave the front white because that is where the napkin is going and you want the design to pop off.

The second reason is because I’m noticing that sometimes with the wood it takes a lot of coats to cover, and sometimes the wood color even ends up coming through the paint and napkins (maybe due to how the wood is produced?). I like to prime the wood so the pieces look their best.

Paint both pumpkins, all sides and edges, and let dry.

Add the Mod Podge

Once the paint has dried, paint two coats of Mod Podge over the front of the wood pieces. You will paint a coat, making sure to get all the way to edges, and let dry. Then you’ll paint a second coat and let dry.

Don’t paint the stem with Mod Podge. You’re going to leave that to paint over with a different color. Although if you already painted the stem with Mod Podge, don’t worry – it’s fine.

Let the Mod Podge dry.

Apply the Napkins

While the Mod Podge is drying, separate the layers from your napkins. The reason you’re going to do this is because napkins are made of 2-3 layers typically, and you just want the top layer with the design. If you use the napkin without separating it, it will wrinkle because the layers will operate independently of each other.

Cut the napkin slightly larger than the wood shape, and gently rub the layers together to separate. You can also use a piece of Scotch tape in one corner on the white portion and pull.

The wood piece should be on your work surface with the Mod Podge side up. Place the napkin down on the pumpkin (for example) and situate it the way you like. Turn your mini craft iron up to the top level (level three). If you use a real iron, go to medium heat with no steam.

I like to have an iron just for crafts.

Place a piece of parchment paper on top of the wood shape with the napkin on top, and run the craft iron across the top several times. While you are doing this, the Mod Podge is melting below the napkin, and the napkin is adhering.

Keep going until the napkin is fully adhered. It should just take a minute or two on a surface this small. Lift up and check under the parchment paper to see if you missed anywhere, especially around the edges

Once you’re done, remove the parchment paper and let cool. It should be pretty smooth.

Trim and Seal

This is where the sandpaper or nail file comes in handy. If you lightly sand the edges of your wood piece, the napkin will separate very easily.

This is how the edge looks as you sand, and the napkin just pulls away. Many people use a nail file or emery board from the dollar store for this purpose and say it works great.

Remove all the excess napkin from around your wood Thanksgiving decor.

Paint and Seal

Now that the napkins are down on the fronts of your wood, you can paint the stems. I used a color to coordinate with my napkins. I left my edges white, but you can paint those as well. Let dry.

Once the stems are dry, paint the fronts of your pumpkins with Mod Podge and let dry completely.

Add Embellishments

I feel like twine always adds a nice rustic touch to projects, so I added it at the top with a hot glue gun. Just trim a piece of twine, hot glue it to the back, and then start wrapping and gluing.

Here are the words I purchased from the dollar store – I just love them!

Apply craft glue to the back . . .

Then add to the front and let dry.

Let everything dry and you are ready to roll. And if there are a few wrinkles in your napkins, just leave them, and appreciate them as an imperfection. Be thankful for life’s imperfections and that we have the ability to craft and make things that are wrinkled. At least this is what I’m telling myself Happy Thanksgiving!

If you enjoyed this project, I’d love for you to let me know in the comments! I’d also love for you to check out the following posts:

• Fall Crafts for Adults: 40+ Fun and Easy Ideas!
• Wood Pumpkin Decor with Autumn Napkins
• DIY Thanksgiving Signs to Grace Your Home
• Thanksgiving Napkin Rings to Dress Up Your Table
• Wooden Pumpkins to Make for Autumn Decor

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I think we can all admit something to ourselves that we maybe haven’t wanted to admit – and I hope you’ll hear me out.

Thanksgiving gets lost sometimes.

“But Amy,” I can hear you saying, “it’s my favorite holiday. I never forget about it!” Which, I know what you mean. Most people love the food and the family aspect of turkey day.

But what I feel doesn’t get enough attention about the big day? The crafts. Actually I don’t feel it – I know it to be true. Because my blog stats tell me everything I need to know.

You guys love Halloween and Christmas, but Thanksgiving? We’re not as into it. And I’m guilty too! Guilty as charged.

Even when we do craft for the holiday, it’s typically kids’ crafts. But I want that to change, which is why I wrote this post about Thanksgiving crafts for adults!

There’s actually quite a bit to make for Thanksgiving, and some very creative folks have great ideas ranging from decorating to gifts to what I like to call “just for fun.”

If you’re ready to get crafty for the holiday, don’t hold back. I’ve promised myself I’m going to do more and give Thanksgiving the attention it deserves. I will post all my projects, too!

Please enjoy the DIY projects below and let me know what you think in the comments. Happy Turkey Day!

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DIY Place Card Holders You Can Reuse

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A Chalkboard Message Board for the Holidays!

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DIY Mini Pumpkin Vases

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Grateful Thankful Blessed Pillow

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DIY Tablecloth for Fall

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Glitter Acorn Decor to Make Your Fall Sparkle

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Paper Mache Pumpkins

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Thankful Banners

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DIY Macrame Candle Holder

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Scrap Wood Pilgrim

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Fabric Applique Thanksgiving Placemat

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Wood Thanksgiving Decor For Your Home

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Turkey Wreath

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Easy Give Thanks Sign is So Budget Friendly!

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Dollar Store Thanksgiving Hat Centerpiece

Easily turn an ordinary flower pot into a cute pilgrim hat by gluing it upside down on top of a large round tray! Paint the whole thing black and add some festive embellishments like fall leaves and mini pumpkins. The result is a CUTE decoration to display on your table at Thanksgiving!

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EASY Thanksgiving Sign with Rustic Style

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Corn Husk and Chalkboard Place Card

These place cards are the perfect way to personalize your Thanksgiving tablescape. These would also be great for a buffet spread to label all the dishes you're serving. AND you can make a bigger version for the menu!

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Always Eat the Pie Dish Towel

This fun and free Thanksgiving SVG is yours to download, and you can use it with a cutting machine to put on a dish towel. Makes a unique hostess gift.

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Terra Cotta Poured Vases

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Candlestick Pilgrims

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Pretty Pumpkin Decorations Make an Impact

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DIY Napkin Rings with Dollar Store Finds

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DIY Reversible Holiday Blocks

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Thanksgiving Buffet Utensil Holders

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Easy DIY Leaf Bowl Made with Stiffy

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Create a Rustic Cornucopia

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Turn Terra Cotta Pots Into A Charming Scarecrow

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Painted Wood Slice Pumpkins

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Embroidery Hoop Art Silhouettes

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Pretty Painted Acorns

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Wine Cork Pumpkins For Cute Fall Decor

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Use Mod Podge on Clay Gift Tags (So Easy!)

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Is it Time for Pie Thanksgiving Embroidery Hoop Art

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DIY Thanksgiving Sign Makes for a Merry Feast

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Pumpkin Pie Thanksgiving Garland

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Make Napkin Rings from Paper Towel Rolls

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Burlap and Glitter Thanksgiving Place Cards

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If you enjoyed these Thanksgiving craft ideas for adults, let me know in the comments. I’d also love for you to check out these other posts for adults:

Easter • Easy Crafts • Fall • Paper • Popsicle Sticks • Spring • Summer • St. Patrick’s Day • Valentine’s Day • Winter

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Skills Required: None. You’ll Mod Podge on polymer clay (you can use air dry too), using it as a sealer after you press the leaf and paint. It’s a very simple project; kids will love it too!

I’m not much of a Thanksgiving decorator. It’s that holiday that gets smashed in between Halloween and Christmas, and is sometimes kind of forgotten.

Instead of getting out entirely new decor or crafting something up that can only be used for a few weeks, I like to think of transitional projects.

These little clay leaf charms are the perfect example of a transitional project. They look so elegant and simple on your Thanksgiving table, but can also be used for a Christmas ornament later!

I love the organic feel of these clay gift tags. These would work well with any type of decor or tablescape – modern, farmhouse, industrial, rustic. They make great DIY napkin rings!

They are so neutral and understated . . . I love them. If you want to, you can customize the color of the paint to any that you like.

Mod Podge on Air Dry Clay

It’s really easy to use Mod Podge and clay together (including polymer and air dry). Mod Podge is a great sealer for clay, which is what makes it so perfect for these charms/gift tags.

Before we dive into the tutorial, let’s go over a few basics of this project.

Type of Clay to Use

For these clay gift tags I used polymer clay, and I recommend either Fimo or Sculpey clay. I usually buy based on whatever color is my favorite at the time and what’s on sale! Keep in mind with the polymer clay, you’ll have to bake it.

If you want to avoid baking (maybe kids are doing this project), then you can use air dry clay. It usually takes anywhere from 24 – 48 hours to dry.

Real or Fake Leaves?

You can use either real or fake leaves to make the imprint on your clay. Just remember that no matter what you use, it’s got the possibility of getting clay on it.

Sometimes it can be easier to just buy faux leaves depending on where you live. The dollar store has some great options for faux leaves and they are perfect for using in this project.

Mod Podge on Clay Gift Tags

Gather These Supplies

• Antique Mod Podge – if you can’t find this formula, regular Mod Podge will work; you can add a little stain or acrylic paint to it for the same effect
• Polymer clay
• Leaves – real or faux
• Black paint
• Paintbrush
• Rolling pin

Step One: Using a dowel rod or the end of a paint brush, roll out a piece of clay. Press the leaf into the clay, vein side down and roll it again, making sure that the leaf is imprinted onto the clay.

Note: I rolled the clay out on my Silpat baking mat, since I planned to bake the clay immediately after making the imprint. If you do this, make sure to thoroughly clean the mat before putting food on it again.

Step Two: Make a hole in the top using a toothpick or skewer. Don’t forget to do this before baking!

Step Three: Bake the clay pieces according to the package instructions.

Step Four: Once the clay pieces are cooled, brush on a layer of Antique Mod Podge. This will give them a sheen, but also add a bit of a warm hue which is perfect for fall decor.

If you don’t have access to Antique Mod Podge, just use regular Mod Podge. It will seal your gift tag, you just won’t have the warm hue.

Step Five: Once the Mod Podge is dry, water down some acrylic paint or use black watercolor and brush on the paint to the leaf so that the paint will sink down into all the veins.

Step Six: Allow the paint to dry, then take a damp cloth and wipe of the black paint, leaving behind only the paint that sank into the veins and grooves.

Wipe until you get the desired effect, and you can always add more paint back in if necessary.

Step Seven: Tie a string around the leaf charms and add them to your Thanksgiving place settings!

I love how these turned out. Beautiful and classic with just a touch of modern! The Mod Podge on clay really seals the tags and ensures they will last for years.

This leaf charms craft is also a project that kids can easily help with, which are the best kinds of crafts in my opinion!

I hope you will try your hand at these little clay charms – and maybe experiment with different colors or sheens of Mod Podge to put your own twist on it! Now that you know how to Mod Podge on clay, what are you going to make?

This project is part of our fall crafts for adults, Dollar Tree fall crafts, and Thanksgiving crafts for adults! If you like these clay gift tags turned Thanksgiving napkin rings, I’d love for you to check out these other holiday ideas as well:

• Fall Leaves Frame for Pretty Autumn Decor
• Thanksgiving Napkin Rings to Dress Up Your Table
• Easy DIY Leaf Bowl Made with Stiffy
• Make Napkin Rings from Paper Towel Rolls
• How to Preserve Leaves with Mod Podge

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I really do love Thanksgiving. Kind of the perfect holiday to me and I have so many great memories associated with the big dinner (and the prep for it).

I wanted to come up with a project that reflected that and when my friend Geralyn found the perfect Shakespeare quote it all came together.

“Small Cheer and Great Welcome Make a Merry Feast.” Isn’t that just spot on? It’s from The Comedy of Errors and, to me that perfectly sums up my favorite holiday.

So I got to work and designed the background and text and then applied it to some scrap lumber to create a cool sign! Here’s what I did to make this Thanksgiving craft.

Merry Feast Thanksgiving Sign

For this project I used:

• Scrap ½” plywood cut to 10.5” long by 3” high panels
• Two scrap pieces of wood for connecting the panels – cut to 11.5” long
• Matte Mod Podge
• Wood Stain
• Screws – 8
• A print out of the text – you can download HERE

I used some tools as well that are very helpful but also optional:

• Drill (and appropriate drill bits)
• Sandpaper
• Two new (to me) applicators from the makers of Mod Podge:
  • Brush Applicator
  • Rolling Applicator
• Scissors

To get started, stain the edges of the wood panels and just a little bit of the front side. After the stain dries, sand them lightly.

Apply the Mod Podge using the rolling applicator. This was a new tool for me personally, and I must say it worked really well. It made application smooth and easy to control (and cleaning it up was easy too). You can also use a brush, but this is really easy!

Lay down the graphics on the Thanksgiving sign, smoothing out the air bubbles as you go.

After giving it a bit of time to dry,give the edges of the paper a light sanding just to give it a bit of character (this step is totally optional).

Flip all the panels over, line them up and screw on the scrap wood connectors.

(Tip: make sure the panels are in the right order or you’ll have to take the whole Thanksgiving sign apart and try again. Don’t ask me how I know this . . . )

Flip the sign back over and seal the front with Mod Podge. Apply a full coat, let dry for 15 – 20 minutes, and then repeat with a second coat.

For that I used the Brush Applicator, which worked like a dream for laying the Mod Podge over a large surface smoothly and cleanly. I think it may be a new favorite of mine!!

And I was done. Let dry for 12 hours before hanging or displaying.

Now all I need is some turkey! . . . and someone to cook it.

Your DIY Thanksgiving sign is complete. Happy holidays! Some notes in this project:

• If you want to do your own thing, the backgrounds alone without the text are HERE.
• If you don’t want to use a drill and screws, a hot glue gun will probably work just fine as long as the boards aren’t too heavy. You could also use wood glue.

Print

Friendsgiving Sign

Learn how to make a Thanksgiving sign using pieces of wood, Mod Podge, and a free printable. Make with basic tools!

Course Thanksgiving

Keyword diy thanksgiving sign, Happy Thanksgiving sign, merry feast sign, thanksgiving sign, Thanksgiving signs, Thanksgiving wood sign

Prep Time 1 hour hour

Cook Time 2 hours hours 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 3 hours hours 30 minutes minutes

Servings 1 sign

Cost $5

Equipment

• Drill and drill bits
• Sandpaper
• Brush or applicator
• Scissors

Ingredients

• 1/2” plywood cut to 10.5” long by 3” high panels
• Scrap wood – two pieces cut to 11.5” long
• Mod Podge Matte
• Wood stain
• 8 Screws
• Printable download

Instructions

• Print out the download using a laserjet printer. Trim to fit the boards.
• Stain the edges of the wood panels (going around the front a little). After the stain dries, sand them lightly.
• Apply the Mod Podge to the wood pieces using the rolling applicator (one at a time).
• Lay down the graphics on the front of the wood, smoothing out the air bubbles as you go. Let dry for 15 – 20 minutes.
• Give the edges of the paper a light sanding just to give it a bit of character (this step is optional).
• Flip all the panels over, line them up and screw on the scrap wood connectors with the drill.
• Seal the sign front with Mod Podge. Apply a full coat, let dry for 15 – 20 minutes, and then repeat with a second coat.

Notes

If using inkjet printouts, spray with clear acrylic sealer or hairspray on both sides.

If you’re interested in some additional Thanksgiving decor projects, I’d like for you to check out the following posts:

• Thanksgiving Napkin Rings
• DIY Thanksgiving Signs
• Falling Leaves Frame
• Rustic Thanksgiving Sign
• Easy Give Thanks Sign
• DIY Place Card Holders

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Skills Required: None. Even if you’ve never Mod Podged before, you’ll have success with this project. You’ll be applying burlap to recycled tubes with decoupage medium.

Do you ever save your paper towel rolls thinking you may be able to use them someday? Well, I do . . . with kids I’m always planning some sort of craft I may or may get to.

So if you’re a hoarder saver like me, why not make napkin rings out of paper towel and toilet paper rolls for Thanksgiving?

These DIY napkin rings are made by wrapping a paper roll with burlap ribbon and topping it off with a Scrabble tile with each guests’ initial.

You’ll be recycling as well as making something pretty and customized for each of your guests.

These Thanksgiving napkin rings are easy enough that your kids can help you too. My little helper had a lot of fun getting her hands dirty!

How to Make Napkin Rings

Gather These Supplies

• Paper towel or toilet paper rolls
• 2 1/2″ burlap ribbon
• Scrabble tiles – you can find these at the craft store too
• Mod Podge Matte
• Hot glue gun
• Paintbrush
• Scissors
• Ruler
• Pencil

Measure 2 3/8″ approximately down each tube and make pencil marks. Cut with scissors. You’ll want to use the 2 3/8″ section as your napkin ring.

Take about six inches of your 2 1/2 inch burlap ribbon and spread lots of Mod Podge all over it thickly. If you apply it thickly, it will help to harden the napkin rings when they dry.

The ribbon will overlap slightly at each end to help cover up the recycled tube within. Leave your napkin rings to dry.

Let the Mod Podge dry for a few hours, then use your glue gun to apply a Scrabble tile with your dinner guests’ initial. Done!

Now that you know how to make napkin rings, are you going to try this Thanksgiving craft? Let me know in the comments. I’d also love for you to check out these other ideas:

• Paper Towel Roll Crafts: Get 40+ Great Ideas!
• Glitter Coasters to Impress Your Guests
• DIY Napkin Rings with Dollar Store Supplies
• Toilet Paper Roll Christmas Crafts: Tree Plaque
• Easy Burlap Personalized Photo Bookmarks

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