Thanksgiving-Inspired Planters for the Indoors

Thanksgiving-Inspired Planters for the Indoors | Calloway's Nursery

Thanksgiving is almost here! Is your home ready for a fabulous celebration? Gather your family and spend quality time being creative as you prepare for a festive holiday. Take your décor to an adorable new level with Thanksgiving-themed planters and indoor plants! Plus, they’re great for gifting to family and friends.

Terra Cotta Pottery for Thanksgiving Planters for the Indoors | Calloway's Nursery

Unsure of where to start? We are here to help! Gobble up inspiration and learn how to turn Terra Cotta Pottery into friendly turkey-themed containers.

 

THANKSGIVING-INSPIRED PLANTER IDEA #1

Turkey Pottery for Thanksgiving Planters for the Indoors | Calloway's Nursery

Create a cute and colorful turkey with foam paper, cardstock, or craft felt. This clever creation will add an adorable touch to your tablescapes in bold, vibrant colors.

SUPPLIES:

Craft Supplies for Thanksgiving Planters for the Indoors | Calloway's Nursery

  • Terra Cotta Pottery
  • Calloway’s Premium Container Potting Soil
  • Foam Paper, Cardstock, or Craft Felt in Autumn Colors
  • Googly Eyes
  • Hot Glue
  • Scissors
  • Indoor Plants

STEP ONE:

Turkey Feathers for Thanksgiving Planters for the Indoors | Calloway's Nursery

First, gather your preferred colors of foam paper and cut out the feathers for your turkey. Cut the feathers according to the size of your container. For consistency, cut out one of each size and use it as a stencil to create the other feathers. Use up to 4 colors to create a cheerful color scheme.

STEP TWO:

Hot Gluing Feathers for Thanksgiving Planters for the Indoors | Calloway's Nursery

Next, fan out the feathers to the proper shape for your turkey. Using adult supervision, carefully hot glue them together near the base of each piece.

STEP THREE:

Turkey Pottery for Thanksgiving Planters for the Indoors | Calloway's Nursery

Once the feather sets are created, it is time to glue them onto the Terra Cotta Pottery. Place them and attach to the container.

STEP FOUR:

Turkey Face Supplies for Thanksgiving Planters for the Indoors | Calloway's Nursery

Then, create the face of your turkeys. Be creative and have some fun with this step! Shape the turkey face, beak, and neck as you please. Use complimentary colors or maintain the same scheme. Glue the pieces together and complete the face with the addition of googly eyes. Attach the face to the pottery and get ready for plants!

STEP FIVE:

Calloway’s Premium Container Potting Soil in Turkey Pottery for Thanksgiving Planters for the Indoors | Calloway's Nursery

Fill the container with Calloway’s Premium Container Potting Soil, leaving room for your plants. Our Premium Potting Soil is made with the highest quality ingredients for continued, healthy growth.

STEP SIX:

Succulents and Calloway’s Premium Container Potting Soil in Turkey Pottery for Thanksgiving Planters for the Indoors | Calloway's Nursery

Finally, add your favorite indoor plants. Try gorgeous Succulents or a feathery foliage like Selaginella Frosty. Succulents are a very low-maintenance plant ideal for display on bright windowsills and tables.

Succulents, Selaginella and Calloway’s Premium Container Potting Soil in Turkey Pottery for Thanksgiving Planters for the Indoors | Calloway's Nursery

Selaginella features cream-colored variegation on its foliage, which gives a slightly silvery appearance. It prefers warm temperatures, high humidity, and consistently moist soil.

 

THANKSGIVING-INSPIRED PLANTER IDEA #2

Turkey Thanksgiving-Inspired Planter Ideas for Indoors | Calloway's Nursery

Make an unbe-leaf-able Thanksgiving accent with faux leaves and paint pens! Use a branch from a craft store or recycle the leaves from any old decorations or wreaths. Add paint to personalize the color or use Mod Podge® and glitter for an extra dazzling touch.

SUPPLIES:

Faux Leaves and Paint Pens for Turkey Thanksgiving-Inspired Planter Ideas for Indoors | Calloway's Nursery

  • Terra Cotta Pottery
  • Calloway’s Premium Container Potting Soil
  • Faux Leaves
  • Paint Pens
  • Hot Glue
  • Indoor Plants

STEP ONE:

Glue Leaves Onto Pottery for Thanksgiving-Inspired Planter Ideas for Indoors | Calloway's Nursery

First, find 3-5 faux leaves in a range of colors. The number of leaves used will vary based on the size of your container. Fan them out appropriately to look like turkey feathers and glue together near the base of the leaves. Find the proper placement and glue the leaf sets onto your pottery.

STEP TWO:

Paint Eyes on Pottery for Thanksgiving-Inspired Planter Ideas for Indoors | Calloway's Nursery

Once the leaves are glued on, it is time to add the face. Grab your paint pens and carefully draw eyes, a beak, and the neck.

Painting Turkey Beak and Neck on Pottery for Thanksgiving-Inspired Planter Ideas for Indoors | Calloway's Nursery

For a playful design, add eye lashes, eyebrows, or even rosy cheeks! Use a white pen to complete the eyes and allow the paint to dry.

STEP THREE:

Calloway’s Premium Potting Soil for Thanksgiving-Inspired Planter Ideas for Indoors | Calloway's Nursery

Once your turkey is ready to go, add soil! Begin by adding Calloway’s Premium Potting Soil to your container, leaving room for your plants.

STEP FOUR:

Calloway’s Premium Potting Soil and Kalanchoe Plant in Turkey Pottery for Thanksgiving-Inspired Planter Ideas for Indoors | Calloway's Nursery

After you add the potting soil, it is time to plant! Try Kalanchoe for beautiful indoor blooms. Kalanchoe is a low-maintenance succulent with exceptional, long-lasting flowers in shades of orange, red, yellow, and more.

Calloway’s Premium Potting Soil, Kalanchoe, Succulents and Cacti Plant in Turkey Pottery for Thanksgiving-Inspired Planter Ideas for Indoors | Calloway's Nursery

Grafted Color Top Cactus is a great way to add a punch of color to your indoor container gardens. It is a small, curious plant with unexpected coloration and arrangement on a green stalk. Low-maintenance and drought tolerant, this plant will make for a lovely addition to your creation.

 

DISPLAY TIPS AND OTHER INDOOR PLANT SUGGESTIONS

Turkey Pottery Display Tips and Other Indoor Plant Suggestions for Thanksgiving-Inspired Planter Ideas | Calloway's Nursery

Once your Thanksgiving-Inspired Planters are completed, try creating a colorful tabletop display with additional indoor plants and other styles of pottery. At Calloway’s and Cornelius, we have a vast selection of stunning pottery to suit any style of décor. The colorful selection and hand-painted designs will add beauty to any space. Pair your favorite selections with our gorgeous indoor plant collection and make your home warm and welcoming for the holiday.

Bromeliads Flower Plant for Thanksgiving-Inspired Planter Ideas | Calloway's Nursery

Bromeliads are a wonderful way to add a pop of vibrant, long-lasting color to your indoor space. For more Bromeliad care tips, visit our blog here!

Calathea Plant for Thanksgiving-Inspired Planter Ideas | Calloway's Nursery

Add darling designs like the patterns of Calathea. Color Full™ Sanderiana Calathea from Proven Winners® has gorgeous pink stripes among glossy, green leaves.

Ivy Plant for Thanksgiving-Inspired Planter Ideas | Calloway's Nursery

Ivy is always a great choice for adding indoor foliage. Ivy is a climbing vine that will delicately trail down shelves or windowsills.

Croton Plant for Thanksgiving-Inspired Planter Ideas | Calloway's Nursery

Croton is a fall favorite. The striking leaves shine in shades of green, orange, yellow, and more. Perfect for the indoors or on a partially shaded patio.

 

CARE TIPS

Calloway’s Premium Tropical Plant Food for Thanksgiving-Inspired Planter Ideas | Calloway's Nursery

Enjoy more beautiful foliage and indoor blooms with Calloway’s Premium Tropical Plant Food. Our 15-5-10 special formula contains controlled release nitrogen, Fx Iron®, calcium, and other key components to help your tropical plants have healthier growth.

 

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Turkey Pottery for Thanksgiving-Inspired Planter Ideas | Calloway's Nursery

At Calloway’s and Cornelius, we have everything you need for your indoor garden! Stop by and explore our entire collection of houseplants, pottery, garden tools, and more! Shop our neighborhood stores or shop online now!

Have questions? Ask our Texas Certified Nursery Professionals; they are here to help!