DIY thanksgiving placemat

EI Editor Posted On Nov 16, 2022

Happy Thanksgiving! This year (and every year), we’re thankful that we get to make toys and games that help kids learn and grow! Help your family express what they’re thankful for with this quick and simple DIY Thanksgiving Placemat activity using things you already have, created by Sahad Rivera Sonda, one of our Product Managers and expert on all things cute!

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Materials

Cardboard (just grab a box) or brown paper bag
Scissors
Sharpies or markers
Playfoam® Naturals (the sustainable, plant based Playfoam product)

Instructions

Cut out a rectangle from your recycled box or bag. It should be big enough to be a placemat
Write “I am thankful for:” across the top. Draw a line underneath for your kid to fill in.
Draw the outline of leaves, turkeys, or other fun fall items. We chose leaves!
Have your kid write what they’re thankful for in the space provided.
Shape your Playfoam Naturals to fit the outlines and decorate!

Use crayons or markers to decorate the rest of the placemat or use scissors to round the corners. Now you have a fun, festive placemat for Thanksgiving dinner!

DIY thanksgiving placemat

Document

Materials

Cardboard (just grab a box) or brown paper bag
Scissors
Sharpies or markers
Playfoam® Naturals (the sustainable, plant based Playfoam product)

Instructions

Cut out a rectangle from your recycled box or bag. It should be big enough to be a placemat
Write “I am thankful for:” across the top. Draw a line underneath for your kid to fill in.
Draw the outline of leaves, turkeys, or other fun fall items. We chose leaves!
Have your kid write what they’re thankful for in the space provided.
Shape your Playfoam Naturals to fit the outlines and decorate!

Use crayons or markers to decorate the rest of the placemat or use scissors to round the corners. Now you have a fun, festive placemat for Thanksgiving dinner!