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    Home » Fall Recipes and Activities

    Fall Crafts - Leaf People

    Published: Nov 7, 2011 · Modified: Sep 28, 2022 by Vicky · This post contains affiliate links.

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    Last time I was at the dollar store I noticed some leaf cutouts in the seasonal section. These were not paper leaves, more like the kind you would find on a leaf garland or in fall decorations.  I bought them, thinking I would use them in some easy fall crafts. I came up with Fall Crafts Leaf People, the cute little guys you see below. I still have some leaves left over and can't wait to use them in more craft ideas. If you are on a leaf kick like me, be sure to check out our Black Glue and Salt Leaves and Fall Leaves Window Stickers.

    Leaf People - These cute little guys are easy to make and are the perfect Fall Crafts!
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    • Why this leaf craft is awesome
    • Supplies needed
    • How to make autumn crafts with leaves
    • Frequently asked questions
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    Why this leaf craft is awesome

    • Makes a fun decoration for Thanksgiving
    • Kids get to use their creativity to create leaf people
    • Fun for younger and older kids

    Supplies needed

    • Leaves (real, paper or other cut out)
    • Googly eyes
    • Foam stickers
    • Toothpicks
    • Glue
    • Construction paper
    • Markers
    supplies for fall crafts

    How to make autumn crafts with leaves

    To make this fall arts and crafts project, the kids started by gluing their leaves on the to the construction paper. You will want to make sure they don't glue the leaf too close to the bottom or there will not be room for the legs.

    kids making leaf people

    Next, the girls glued some toothpick arms and legs to their leaves.

    making leaf people

    Then came the googly eyes!

    When the kids are gluing on the toothpicks and eyes, they are using their fine motor skills, so that is an added bonus to this fall activity.

    Fall crafts for kids

    I also bought some foam number stickers at the dollar store, and cut them to make shapes for the nose and mouth. A zero cut in half will make two great smiles.

    Kids fall leaves craft

    Everyone had a blast doing this kids craft.  The girls kept wanting to make more and more leaf people.  Here are some variations that they made.

    fall leaf people

    I love this one that A made because it looks like it's on the move.  I had to laugh at the effect the sideways mouth produced.

    fall crafts

    When B made this one, I got the idea to draw some arms and legs on the leaves.  How adorable are they?  My kids think the one on the left looks like Elmo --  if Elmo were a leaf with poorly drawn arms and legs.

    Now that you know how easy it is to make fall leaf crafts, I hope you'll make some with your kids.

    Fall leaf people activity

    Frequently asked questions

    What other items can I use to decorate these leaves?

    You can glue on buttons instead of googly, or decorate these with ribbon. Really the only limit is your imagination.

    Can I make these with real leaves?

    You certainly can! When you use real leaves, the finished product might not last as long but you get a better variety in the colors of the leaves.

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    Keep guests having fun while Thanksgiving dinner is getting ready with these printable Thanksgiving games. These Friendsgiving games are great for kids and adults alike. These printable Thanksgiving games are perfect for your family get together.

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    Comments

    1. Karrie Forlizzi

      November 20, 2013 at 5:06 pm

      This craft would go great with the book "By the light of the harvest moon" by Harriet Ziefert!!

    2. Nikki@EverythingUndertheMoon

      November 14, 2011 at 4:15 am

      Great kiddie craft!! My little girl would love this!

    3. LocalFunForKids

      November 12, 2011 at 5:16 pm

      They would make the cutest little Thanksgiving greeting cards. Thanks for linking up with Fun for Kids Friday!

    4. Anonymous

      November 10, 2011 at 8:29 pm

      We reviewed a great book that could go along with this. We show a twist on the activity, but I love love love this dollar store option! Would you be interested in linking these posts?

    5. Charlene @ Adventures In Mommy Land

      November 10, 2011 at 1:39 pm

      Thanks for sharing on Hey Mom, Look What I Did at Adventures In Mommy Land....hope to see you again soon!!

    6. RedTedArt

      November 09, 2011 at 5:57 pm

      We LOVE leaf people and these are brilliant! Such fun!

      Thank you for sharing on Kids Get Crafty!

      Maggy

    7. Vicky

      November 09, 2011 at 4:50 pm

      @ MiaB, the possibilities for googly eyes are endless!
      @ Heather, thanks so much for the comment.
      @ Charlene, thanks! I just linked up!
      @ Sam, whenever I can't find something, there's a good chance it's in that closet.
      @ Marilyn, thanks for stopping by Mess For Less.
      @ Leigh, thanks!
      @ Tammie, I also never throw anything away because I think we will make something. LOL!
      @ Cranberry Morning, they are always serious about their art.
      @ Bronwyn, Even if I am not inspired at the dollar store I know once I get something home I will be.
      @ Kristina, thanks so much for the follow!

    8. Pat's Pink Apron

      November 08, 2011 at 4:14 pm

      Love your blog. Pat

    9. Beth (www.livinglifeintentionally.blogspot.com)

      November 08, 2011 at 11:20 am

      These are super cute Vicky!! Love them!

    10. Promosyon

      November 08, 2011 at 6:22 am

      How easy to make cartoons with leaf. I never thing about it. Easy to get inspiration from your too sweet idea. I am one of the newest follower of your blog.

    11. ReMadeSimple Kristina

      November 08, 2011 at 4:02 am

      Hi Vicki! thanks for stopping by and following ReMadeSimple-your leaf people are cute and made me smile-I bet my boys would like them too!

    12. Bronwyn - Queen B

      November 08, 2011 at 2:04 am

      Oh my! Aren't these the cutest! The $$$ store is the perfect place for craft inspiration! Thanks for visiting my blog and becoming a follower. I'll be sure to follow you too!

    13. Cranberry Morning

      November 07, 2011 at 11:57 pm

      How fun! Looks like they're having a great time and taking their artistic efforts very seriously! 🙂 Thanks for following Cranberry Morning. I'm following you back!

    14. Charlene @ Adventures In Mommy Land

      November 07, 2011 at 6:51 pm

      I have that same closet 😉 Love these!

    15. Tammie

      November 07, 2011 at 11:39 pm

      I don't have a "mystery closet" but I do have a cedar chest I call the black hole 🙂 Keep all my craft supplies inside. With me being a preschool teacher at heart, I never throw anything away and the thing just keeps overflowing 🙂 LOVE this idea and totally bet the kids had a blast!

    16. Hines-Sight

      November 07, 2011 at 10:24 pm

      These are so cute.

    17. Marilyn

      November 07, 2011 at 7:57 pm

      So super cute Vicky.. Love these.. : ))

    18. Sam @ The Junk House

      November 07, 2011 at 7:47 pm

      The closet of mystery made me laugh because I have one of those too! I think that one leaf looks like Elmo too.

    19. Heather @ Creative Family Moments

      November 07, 2011 at 5:32 pm

      This cracked me up. So doing it!

    20. MiaB

      November 07, 2011 at 5:24 pm

      So much fun!!And I agree, the googly eyes are the best 🙂

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    • Valentine Ideas for Kids - Glitter Hearts

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