“15 Gorgeous Thanksgiving Crafts You Can Make with a Cricut”

Do you ever scroll through Pinterest and see all those gorgeous, high-end Thanksgiving decorations and wish you could make them yourself? 🍂

You pull out your Cricut machine, full of excitement, but then you start to wonder… are those projects actually easy? How can I create something that looks elegant and polished without getting tangled in a frustrating, complicated craft?

Well, get ready to feel inspired! I’ve put together a list of my absolute favorite Cricut Thanksgiving crafts that are truly beginner-friendly. 🎉 We’re talking effortless elegance, simple steps, and stunning results that will make your home feel warm, festive, and full of gratitude.

My Top 3 Favorite Crafts

• Easiest to Make: ‘Leftovers are for Quitters’ Food Container Label
• Most Unique Idea: Custom Napkin Rings from Faux Leather
• Biggest ‘Wow’ Factor: Free SVG: ‘Thankful & Blessed’ Wooden Sign

1. The ‘Thankful’ Pumpkin Decal 🦃

I absolutely adore this project because it’s the fastest way to turn a simple, inexpensive craft pumpkin into a beautiful centerpiece. It’s a wonderful way to practice applying vinyl on a gentle curve, and the result is always so chic and elegant.

Craft Snapshot: [Difficulty: Beginner | Active Time: Under 20 mins | Mess Level: Very Low | Learning Focus: Applying adhesive vinyl, using transfer tape]

🎯 Best For: A quick, high-impact decoration for your entryway or mantel.

Image-1: A beautiful white craft pumpkin with the word “Thankful” applied in elegant gold vinyl, sitting on a rustic wooden table next to a small gourd.

2. Custom Thanksgiving Place Cards 🦃

There’s something so special about a personalized touch at the dinner table. These place cards make every guest feel welcomed and cherished. I love watching my family find their names—it sets such a warm and thoughtful tone for the meal.

Craft Snapshot: [Difficulty: Beginner | Active Time: 30 mins for 8 cards | Mess Level: Very Low | Learning Focus: Cricut writing/drawing feature, basic cardstock cutting]

🎯 Best For: Making your Thanksgiving tablescape feel extra special and custom-designed.

Image-2: A close-up of a beautifully set Thanksgiving table, focusing on a cream-colored cardstock place card with a name written in a lovely gold script font by a Cricut pen.

3. ‘Gobble ‘Til You Wobble’ Kids’ T-Shirt 🦃

Get ready for some giggles! This has become a tradition in my family—every year, the little ones get a new, funny Thanksgiving shirt. Using heat transfer vinyl (HTV) is so much easier than you think, and the joy on their faces is absolutely priceless.

Craft Snapshot: [Difficulty: Beginner | Active Time: 25 mins | Mess Level: Very Low | Learning Focus: Weeding HTV, applying iron-on vinyl]

🎯 Best For: A fun wearable craft that will be a hit in family photos.

Image-3: A smiling toddler wearing a small orange t-shirt that says “Gobble ‘Til You Wobble” in a playful white and brown font.

4. Free SVG: ‘Thankful & Blessed’ Wooden Sign 🦃

I’m so excited to share this one with you because it comes with a free SVG file! This project taught me how to use vinyl as a stencil, and it completely changed my crafting game. It’s the perfect way to create a rustic, farmhouse-style sign that looks like you bought it at a boutique.

Craft Snapshot: [Difficulty: Beginner | Active Time: 45 mins | Mess Level: Low | Learning Focus: Using vinyl as a stencil, applying paint evenly]

🎯 Best For: Creating a timeless piece of home decor or a heartfelt hostess gift.

Image-4: A finished rustic wooden sign hanging on a wall, featuring the words “Thankful & Blessed” painted in clean white letters.

5. Elegant Fall Leaf Wine Glass Decals 🦃

If you want to add a touch of class to your dinner party with minimal effort, this is the craft for you. These tiny metallic vinyl decals catch the light beautifully and make your glassware look so sophisticated. It takes just minutes, but the “wow” factor is huge!

Craft Snapshot: [Difficulty: Beginner | Active Time: 15 mins for 4 glasses | Mess Level: Very Low | Learning Focus: Applying small vinyl decals]

🎯 Best For: An instant, elegant upgrade for your Thanksgiving drinkware.

Image-5: A set of four wine glasses, each decorated with a delicate, shimmering copper-colored fall leaf vinyl decal near the rim.

6. Personalized Pie and Casserole Dish Labels 🦃

This is my secret weapon for holiday potlucks! A simple, removable vinyl label on my baking dish not only looks cute but also makes sure I go home with the right one. You can label it with the dish’s name or your own—it’s both stylish and practical.

Craft Snapshot: [Difficulty: Beginner | Active Time: Under 15 mins | Mess Level: Very Low | Learning Focus: Sizing text in Design Space, using removable vinyl]

🎯 Best For: Adding a personal touch to dishes you’re bringing to a gathering.

Image-6: A clear glass casserole dish with a white removable vinyl label that says “Grandma’s Green Bean Casserole” in a charming script.

7. Autumn Acorn & Leaf Paper Garland 🦃

I love decorating my mantel for Thanksgiving, and this paper garland is always my go-to project. It’s amazing to see how perfectly the Cricut cuts out intricate leaf and acorn shapes from colorful cardstock. String them together for a beautiful, handmade decoration that fills your space with fall charm.

Craft Snapshot: [Difficulty: Beginner | Active Time: 40 mins | Mess Level: Very Low | Learning Focus: Cutting multiple shapes, basic assembly]

🎯 Best For: Creating beautiful, custom-length decor for a mantel, doorway, or wall.

Image-7: A festive paper garland made of red, orange, and brown cardstock leaves and acorns, elegantly draped across a white fireplace mantel.

8. ‘Leftovers are for Quitters’ Food Container Label 🦃

Let’s be honest, the leftovers are one of the best parts of Thanksgiving! I love adding these funny little vinyl decals to the containers I send home with my family and friends. It’s a small touch that brings a smile and makes sharing the feast even more fun.

Craft Snapshot: [Difficulty: Beginner | Active Time: 10 mins | Mess Level: Very Low | Learning Focus: Simple text application with vinyl]

🎯 Best For: A quick, funny craft to personalize leftover containers.

Image-8: A clear plastic food container filled with Thanksgiving leftovers, with a black vinyl decal on the lid that humorously reads, “Leftovers are for Quitters.”

9. DIY ‘Give Thanks’ Tea Towel 🦃

A decorative tea towel can instantly make a kitchen feel festive. This HTV project is so rewarding because you create something that is both beautiful and useful. It also makes a wonderful and affordable hostess gift that feels incredibly personal.

Craft Snapshot: [Difficulty: Beginner | Active Time: 25 mins | Mess Level: Very Low | Learning Focus: Applying HTV to fabric, proper placement]

🎯 Best For: A functional piece of kitchen decor or a thoughtful handmade gift.

Image-9: A crisp white cotton tea towel hanging from an oven handle, featuring the words “Give Thanks” in a beautiful bronze-colored heat transfer vinyl.

10. Custom Napkin Rings from Faux Leather 🦃

Want to really impress your guests? These faux leather napkin rings look so luxurious, but they are secretly one of the easiest projects on this list! Your Cricut cuts faux leather like a dream, and this simple craft adds a wonderful rustic texture to your table setting.

Craft Snapshot: [Difficulty: Beginner | Active Time: 30 mins | Mess Level: Very Low | Learning Focus: Cutting faux leather material]

🎯 Best For: An upscale, rustic touch for your Thanksgiving table that’s also reusable.

Image-10: A rolled-up linen napkin held together by a simple, elegant brown faux leather napkin ring cut into a leaf shape.

11. Free SVG: Simple Thanksgiving Gift Tags 🦃

Here’s another freebie for you! These gift tags are perfect for tying onto a bottle of wine for your host or a box of cookies for a neighbor. They are the perfect little finishing touch that shows you put extra thought and care into your gift.

Craft Snapshot: [Difficulty: Beginner | Active Time: 15 mins | Mess Level: Very Low | Learning Focus: Using the Print Then Cut feature or writing with pens]

🎯 Best For: Quickly creating beautiful tags for hostess gifts and baked goods.

Image-11: A collection of charming cardstock gift tags with phrases like “Thankful for You” and “Happy Thanksgiving,” attached to a bottle of wine with twine.

12. ‘Be Grateful’ Mug Decal 🦃

I love starting my autumn mornings with a cup of coffee and a moment of reflection. This simple mug decal is a perfect daily reminder of the season of gratitude. It’s a classic Cricut project that never fails to make me smile and also makes for a fantastic, easy gift.

Craft Snapshot: [Difficulty: Beginner | Active Time: 15 mins | Mess Level: Very Low | Learning Focus: Applying vinyl to a mug or ceramic surface]

🎯 Best For: A quick, personalized gift or a daily dose of gratitude for yourself.

Image-12: A clean, white ceramic mug with the words “Be Grateful” applied in a warm, orange-colored permanent vinyl.

13. Thanksgiving Countdown Chalkboard Vinyl 🦃

Build excitement in your home with a fun countdown sign! Applying vinyl to a small chalkboard is incredibly easy, and it creates an interactive decoration the whole family can enjoy. My kids love being the one to change the number each morning!

Craft Snapshot: [Difficulty: Beginner | Active Time: 20 mins | Mess Level: Very Low | Learning Focus: Layering (optional) or single-color vinyl application]

🎯 Best For: A fun, interactive decoration to build anticipation for the big day.

Image-13: A small decorative chalkboard frame with “Days Until Thanksgiving” in white vinyl at the top, and a large, chalk-written number in the center.

14. Iron-On ‘My First Thanksgiving’ Onesie 🦃

There is nothing sweeter than celebrating a baby’s first holiday. This heartfelt HTV project is the perfect way to mark the special occasion and create a precious keepsake. It’s an easy iron-on craft that will make for the most adorable photos.

Craft Snapshot: [Difficulty: Beginner | Active Time: 25 mins | Mess Level: Very Low | Learning Focus: Sizing designs for baby clothes, HTV application]

🎯 Best For: A memorable and adorable outfit for a baby’s first Thanksgiving celebration.

Image-14: A tiny white baby onesie lying flat, with the words “My First Thanksgiving” and a cute little turkey applied in fall-colored heat transfer vinyl.

15. Personalized Wood Slice Coasters 🦃

Bring a bit of nature indoors with these rustic wood slice coasters. Adding a simple monogram or a festive word like “Gather” with vinyl is a quick way to create a set of custom coasters. They protect your furniture and add a warm, personal touch to your living room.

Craft Snapshot: [Difficulty: Beginner | Active Time: 30 mins for 4 coasters | Mess Level: Very Low | Learning Focus: Applying small vinyl decals to a textured surface]

🎯 Best For: Adding a rustic, personalized accent to your coffee table decor.

Image-15: A stack of four wood slice coasters, each with a different word (“Gather,” “Blessed,” “Thanks,” “Family”) applied in elegant black vinyl.

🍂 Wrapping Up Your Effortless Elegance

With your Cricut machine, adding that personal, polished touch to your Thanksgiving celebration doesn’t have to be complicated or stressful. These simple projects prove that you can create beautiful, memorable decor and gifts in just a few easy steps. I truly believe that crafting is an act of love, and what better time to share that love than during a season of gratitude?

Which one of these gorgeous crafts are you going to make first? I’d love to hear your plans in the comments below