gratitude tree branch

the season of giving thanks is upon us!

i first heard of gratitude branches  
from this magazine
+
one of our school's art teachers
makes gratitude branches
with her class every year

this is my favorite crafts to get the:
* warm fuzzies
* thankful for life
* feeling blessed
* spirit of gratitude
going in your family

enjoy this gratitude branch craft
+
happy thanksgiving!
 

gratitude branch supplies:
* a tree branch from outside
* paper
* markers, crayons, or colored pencils
* scissors
* hole punch
* yarn or string

gratitude branch steps:

1. go on a family walk looking for the perfect branch in your neighborhood.
each family member could have their own branch or
all family members could work on the same branch.

2. gather all your supplies in one area.

3. cut leaf shapes out of the paper.

4. write one thing you are thankful for each leaf. all family members can write or draw pictures of what they are thankful on their leaves.

5. hole punch the leaves.

6. string the leaves with yarn or string.

7. optional: wrap pretty yarn around your gratitude branch.

8. hang your gratitude leaves on your gratitude branch.

9. display your gratitude branch art piece in your home,
and enjoy!
 

hearing my son say he's thankful for:
god
life
and
me
was worth it's weight in gold

gratitude is the #1 way to grow
all the things we love in our lives
enjoy this season of giving thanks!

p.s. did you enjoy this simple holiday craft to connect with you + your kiddos while creating beautiful art to display in your home? stay tuned for the holiday magic- not madness program i'll be releasing this week to have more FUN + MAGIC (and less madness!) this holiday season. i'll be sharing a special rate to celebrate that black friday thing after thanksgiving. happy holidays!