Thanksgiving is about more than just the food—it’s about the feeling of home. With a little creativity and some simple supplies, you can bring that warmth to your walls using 12 Adorable Thanksgiving Paper Wall Decorations to Make at Home. These crafts are kid-friendly, budget-conscious, and perfect for a cozy afternoon activity with the family.
From gratitude-filled leaf garlands to playful turkey collages and dimensional paper pumpkins, each idea adds a personal, heartfelt touch to your space. Complete your handmade look with timeless pieces like our Pumpkin Patch Metal Sign to create a holiday wall that feels welcoming and full of love.
Time: 20 minutes | Difficulty: Easy
Celebrate gratitude with a simple yet meaningful craft. Cut out leaf shapes from fall-colored construction paper or cardstock—rich shades of orange, yellow, red, and brown work best. On each leaf, write something you’re thankful for, then thread them onto twine or ribbon to create a cascading garland.
Hang it across a dining room wall, above the fireplace, or along an entryway. This project doubles as beautiful seasonal decor and a heartfelt conversation starter during your holiday meal, making it one of the most loved Thanksgiving traditions to revisit year after year.
Time: 25 minutes | Difficulty: Easy
Bring the harvest season indoors with a playful paper garland featuring pumpkins and corn. Use printable templates or freehand cutouts, then layer different shades of orange and green for the pumpkins and warm yellows for the corn. Once assembled, string the shapes together on twine for a rustic harvest vibe.
This design pairs perfectly with farmhouse-inspired decor and looks especially charming next to warm wood tones or rustic wall accents like the Pumpkin Patch Metal Sign. It’s quick, affordable, and adds an instant burst of seasonal charm to any wall.
Time: 30 minutes | Difficulty: Moderate
Create a bold statement wall with a handmade “Give Thanks” banner. Use heavy cardstock to cut out triangle pennants or leaf shapes, then spell out GIVE THANKS using metallic lettering or pre-cut letter stickers. Add glitter to the edges or outline each pennant with a white paint pen for a polished, professional finish.
Hang the banner above your dining table, fireplace, or entryway to set an inviting tone for the season. If you want a full, coordinated Thanksgiving look, explore our Thanksgiving Collection for wall accents that complement your handmade banner beautifully.
Time: 20 minutes | Difficulty: Easy (Kid-friendly)
These playful turkeys are a quick win for both adults and kids. Accordion-fold strips of orange, yellow, and red paper to form the tail feathers, then attach a simple brown paper circle for the body. Add googly eyes, a paper beak, and a little red wattle for extra personality.
Cluster several turkeys together on a wall for an adorable focal point or use them to decorate a kids’ activity corner. They’re a perfect craft for little hands and make for a cheerful, whimsical display.
Time: 30 minutes | Difficulty: Moderate
Bring a cozy woodland theme to life with paper cutouts of foxes, owls, and squirrels. Use earthy-tone papers for a natural palette, and outline details like eyes, wings, and tails with a fine-tip black marker for definition.
Arrange these animals among paper leaves, acorns, or pinecones to add texture and charm. For a warm, nature-inspired look, combine them with rustic wall art from our Farmhouse Collection.
Time: 25 minutes | Difficulty: Easy
Turn your wall into a giant turkey face for a playful Thanksgiving feature. Use a large brown circle for the face, colorful feather cutouts, and add an orange beak with a red wattle. Let kids design their own feathers with drawings or personal messages before adding them to the display.
This hands-on activity doubles as holiday decor and a memory-maker, making it perfect for family gatherings.
Time: 35 minutes | Difficulty: Moderate
Give your walls a dimensional look with 3D paper pumpkins. Cut several identical pumpkin shapes, fold each one in half, then glue the halves back-to-back to create a round effect. Add a green stem and curl thin strips of paper for vines.
These pumpkins look beautiful on their own or when paired with the Personalized Pumpkin Patch Canvas Art for a seamless mix of DIY and permanent seasonal decor.
Time: 40 minutes | Difficulty: Moderate
Highlight the abundance of Thanksgiving with a paper cornucopia. Print or draw a template, then fill it with colorful paper “fruits and veggies” like corn, squash, grapes, and apples. Use different paper textures and shades to give the arrangement depth and a natural feel.
Hang it as a standalone centerpiece or combine it with leaf or acorn garlands for a bountiful look.
Time: 20 minutes | Difficulty: Easy
For quick, earthy accents, cut acorn and pinecone shapes from brown cardstock. Layer a few pieces together or use textured paper for added depth. Scatter them around your main Thanksgiving display or line them up to create a charming border along a wall or doorway.
These simple shapes work well with rustic or nature-inspired decor, adding a subtle seasonal touch without overwhelming the space.
Time: 45 minutes | Difficulty: Moderate (Interactive)
Make gratitude the centerpiece of your wall with a large Thankful Tree. Cut a tall paper trunk and branches from brown craft paper, then add colorful paper leaves. Provide pens or markers so family and guests can write what they’re thankful for before attaching the leaves with double-sided tape or sticky tack.
This interactive display becomes a visual representation of gratitude and looks beautiful paired with accents from our Thanksgiving Decor Collection.
Time: 20 minutes | Difficulty: Easy (Interactive)
Encourage meaningful moments with a Count Your Blessings wall. Attach mini paper pockets or envelopes directly to the wall, each labeled “Blessing #1, #2, #3…” Provide cards or sticky notes so guests can write down their blessings and tuck them into the pockets.
This thoughtful and interactive idea is a beautiful way to spark conversation and reflection during Thanksgiving gatherings.
Time: 30 minutes | Difficulty: Easy (Kid Keepsake)
Celebrate family memories with a handprint turkey display. Trace each child’s hands on colored paper, cut them out, and use them as feathers for a large paper turkey body attached to the wall. Add names and ages to each handprint for a keepsake-worthy Thanksgiving tradition.
Over the years, you’ll see how much your children have grown—making this one of the sweetest decorations you’ll want to repeat every Thanksgiving.
Use Quality Paper: Choose cardstock or heavy construction paper for crisp edges and sturdy designs that last throughout the season.
Layer Colors: Mix light and dark shades of the same color to add depth and a dimensional look to your paper crafts.
Add Metallic Accents: A touch of gold, copper, or bronze foil instantly elevates simple designs, giving them a festive glow.
Mix DIY With Permanent Decor: Combine your handmade creations with lasting wall accents like our Personalized Pumpkin Patch Canvas Art to create a balanced, professional display.
Thanksgiving is all about gratitude, family, and warmth—and your walls can reflect that spirit without spending a fortune. These paper decorations are quick to make, fun for all ages, and adaptable to any home style.
If you’d like to pair your handmade creations with lasting accents, explore our Farmhouse Collection and Thanksgiving Decor Collection. Both offer curated wall art and seasonal pieces that perfectly complement your DIY projects.
This year, mix your creativity with timeless decor, and let your walls tell a Thanksgiving story filled with love, personality, and style.
