It’s a classic kids craft project – the handprint turkey!
Always a quick and easy craft project that also lets you track your child’s growth. The handprint turkey is also fun!
I used washable (finger or tempura) paint and painted on S’s hand. We did each “feather” a different color.
S loved me painting on her hand and then stamping it on the paper. She kept stamping over and over.
This craft is going to be something that we can look back on in several years and compare how much her hand has grown.
Have you made a turkey handprint with your child?
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Nicole Keener says
This is really cute, definitely thinking about doing this with my daughter this year.
mybigfathappylife says
I hope you give it a try Nicole! It is such a fun project to try!
Alli says
I think the turkey handprints are too cute! I have to confess that when I was styling my Thanksgiving Kids’ table, I tried to make one with chalk and using my hand since I didn’t have a little one around. Let’s just say that I’m not near as good at it as you and S are! Awesome job and it looks just like a turkey!
mybigfathappylife says
Thank you Alli! I love your kids table and want to go find some vintage trucks!
Kailey says
This is such a cute idea! One of my best friends teaches preschool and this is a perfect Thanksgiving craft for her!
mybigfathappylife says
Kailey it would be a wonderful project for the kids to take home!
Nancy says
Omg such a great idea!!!
mybigfathappylife says
Thank you Nancy!
Louida says
I remember doing hand print turkeys in school and both of my girls has done it several times too. Always a classic DIY craft!
mybigfathappylife says
There is something about the classics 🙂
Ashley says
Cute project! I am horrible about doing art projects with my kids…I mostly leave that up to daycare! (Found you through Blog Love group on FB.)
mybigfathappylife says
Thank you for stopping by Ashley!
genevieve @ gratitude & greens says
This was one of my favourite things to do as a kid! Happy November to you 🙂
mybigfathappylife says
Thank you Genevieve! I love it too! Maybe because it was an excuse to get your hand covered in paint 🙂
Jillian @ Baby Doodah! says
I just love this!! I’ve been thinking about starting to do crafts with my son at least once a month and this one might just be our November one. Thanks for sharing!! I’m pinning for later!
mybigfathappylife says
Thank you Jillian! I hope both you and your son have fun!
Kristin @ MOmentous moms says
I am so excited to start doing these fun crafts this year! My daughter is finally at the age where these projects are kind of fun! We make them into holiday cards for the grandparents and they love them!
mybigfathappylife says
That’s a great idea Kristin!
Heather {Woods of Bell Trees} says
Cute! I think my little guy would love doing this! He used to despise getting his hands dirty, but now he’s all about finger painting! 😀
mybigfathappylife says
That’s great Heather! I hope he has fun with it!
Chene Atkins- Whittington says
Oh how I love the holidays! There’s so many crafts and fun projects you can do with the little ones, right? We have turkey hand prints on our craft list as well.
mybigfathappylife says
This time of year is definitely my favorite!
MJ @ Daisy & June says
Such a classic! I want to do this with my toddler this year!
mybigfathappylife says
I am sure you and your child will have fun with this project!
Heather @ Krafts and Kiddos says
Love these Turkeys!!! So cute, we love all crafts using hands to paint, so fun! Thanks for stopping by to share with us on our Facebook page today. Pinning and sharing this! 🙂
mybigfathappylife says
Thank you so much Heather!
Lauren The Outdoorsy Diva says
Aww. I love this project. I have a 14 year old and a 5 year old step son. Maybe I’ll get the big one to do this with the little guy.
mybigfathappylife says
That sounds like fun! They can even compare hand sizes
Jenna @ A Savory Feast says
I remember doing this when I was a kid! Thanks for reminding me that I need to do this with my kids someday. I’m glad you joined us for Hump Day Happenings!
mybigfathappylife says
Thanks Jenna! The classics are always so much fun!
erin says
Thanks for the great classic craft. Love it. You will be featured on Good Tips Tuesday this week. Thanks for linking up. http://www.abirdandabean.com
mybigfathappylife says
Thank you so much Erin!
Kimberly says
Hello beautiful! What a fun little project. Pinned. Thank you for taking the time to stop by! I hope to see you at our party tonight, it starts at 7 pm. We love to party with you!
Happy Monday! Lou Lou Girls
mybigfathappylife says
Thank you Kimberly!
Carmody says
You can’t go wrong with a Turkey Hand print. Thank you for linking up to On Display Thursday
mybigfathappylife says
I agree Carmody!
Karren Haller says
Great idea, they turned out so cute!!! Love the colors~ Co-Host from Merry Monday Linky Party
Have a great week!!!
Karren@Oh My Heartsie Girl
mybigfathappylife says
Thank you Karren! S loved making them.
Susen @ Dabbling Momma says
I love crafts that involve kids hands and feet! This turkey is very cute!!
mybigfathappylife says
Thank you Susen! Me too!
Claire says
Aww what a lovely idea 🙂 they look so lovely..
Thanks for sharing…#CreativeMondays
mybigfathappylife says
Thanks Claire! They were so fun.
Claire says
Lovely idea 🙂 thanks again for sharing… pinned and featured at this weeks blog hop …
mybigfathappylife says
Thank you so much Claire!
Kristen from The Road to Domestication says
Super cute! Thanks for linking up over at the #homematters linky party! Remember, we’ve moved the party to FRIDAY! We hope to see you then!
mybigfathappylife says
Thank you so much Kristen!
Pinkoddy says
Such an adorable idea, I am going to feature it on this weeks Kids Co-op
mybigfathappylife says
Thank you so much!
Alyssa says
This is a great handprint idea! I just wanted to let you know that I have a kids activities submission site (Simply Creative Kids) and I am linking to this post if you don’t mind. You are welcome to submit your projects to my site if you’d like.
mybigfathappylife says
Thank you so much Alyssa!