*totally by accident, I'm having another 'turkey Thursday'
(maybe I'll make it a theme for November)*
This is a super inexpensive, very versatile & too cute idea
(if I do say so myself)
I've wanted to try a 'project' using paint chips for quite a while.
(maybe I'll make it a theme for November)*
This is a super inexpensive, very versatile & too cute idea
(if I do say so myself)
I've wanted to try a 'project' using paint chips for quite a while.
I make shopping lists - since paint chips are free..they never make it on the list.
So I forget to get them.
Luckily, this past weekend the husband and I were kid-less
(thanks to my mom) and we hit up Lowes.
Exciting, I know.
Anyhoo, I remembered to grab up a few different colors and got to work.
My supplies...these paint chips, clothespins and glue dots.
(optional : paper cutter, corner punch, magnetic tape, googly eyes, color paper)
(optional : paper cutter, corner punch, magnetic tape, googly eyes, color paper)
I used a paper cutter (but you could just use scissors) to cut each chip into their individual colors. I also used a corner punch to 'round' the edges. I arranged them to my liking.
Glued them together and then to the clothespin.
Glued them together and then to the clothespin.
Flip 'er over & you've got a turkey (although, the ladybug called it a 'rooster')
I know a turkey should have eyes and a 'gobbler' (whatever that thing is called)
but I plan on using it as a place card. I needed the space to write a name :)
Here's where the versatility comes in:
since it's on a clothespin..you can clip it to anything.
{You need to glue the clothespin the right direction, depending on where you want to clip it. Unless you want an upside down turkey}!
Add magnetic tape to the clothespin and use it as a memo holder on the fridge.
Use it to hold up a Thanksgiving banner.
Use them to close small brown bags filled with goodies for a classroom treat.
Gather all of the supplies (& turkey facial features) for a fun project for the kids.
Use it as a place card (like me) and clip it onto your napkins/glasses/plate.
this is a horrible picture but I hope you get the idea :) |
Get to the paint section and pick out your favorite turkey feather colors...
{if your favorite football team plays on Thanksgiving,
why not grab some team colors for a 'spirit' turkey}
It's basically a free craft that is sooooo simple!
You really have no excuses :)
btw, I'm SO doing a football themed turkey!
*Happy Veteran's Day*
"We often take for granted the very things that most deserve our gratitude."
10 comments:
That turned out soooo cute! I could probably even handle this one without a creative bone!
Cuutte! This is a great idea for the kids to keep occupied with while we put thanksgiving food on the table!
STOP IT that is too cute and creative! I just found your blog and I love it : ) I'm your newest follower...can't wait to go look around a bit at all your creative stuff, yay!
Your imagination amazes me!!! You're too smart and that's too cute!
I LOVE those!! What a fun and creative idea!
In response to your question on my little sugar scrub jars, the jars are from Walmart. They are actually canning jars and come in a pack of 4 for a little less than $4! Gotta love that!
Take care!
You're brilliant! But you already know that :)
Okay, that is SO CLEVER!!! and cute too!
simple, cute, and FREE! thank you for sharing...come on over and link up to MMM :)
Thanks for the inspiration!
http://ladeladeda.blogspot.com/2010/11/paint-chip-turkeys.html
I love this idea!! Thanks so much for sharing it!!
Nicole
My Mad World
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