Making a cute felted turkey for your fall decor

I honestly think there's nothing more charming than a little felted turkey perched on a bookshelf or tucked into a Thanksgiving centerpiece. There's just something about the texture of wool and the slightly quirky, handmade look that beats anything you could buy at a big-box craft store. If you've never tried needle felting before, a turkey is actually a fantastic project to start with because they're essentially a collection of roundish shapes and flat triangles—nothing too intimidating, I promise. ...

May 1, 2026 · 7 min · Susie Jessy