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Countdown to Thanksgiving Paper Chain Printable

Autumn 2015, Fall Crafts, Fall Printables, Thanksgiving Ideas

In this post: A Countdown to Thanksgiving Paper Chain Printable. An easy craft for the whole family. Perfect for kids and grandkids!

countdown to thanksgiving paper chain printable

Hello! I’m just popping in today very quickly to share something that I have wanted to do for a couple of years. When I was a kid, my family made paper chains to count down just about everything. Summer vacation, Christmas, birthdays. We tacked them on my Mom’s bulletin board in our kitchen. My brothers and I had to take turns tearing off the circles…so when it was my day to tear off the circle, I was always excited. 

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Countdown to Thanksgiving
Paper Chain Printable

countdown to thanksgiving paper chain printable uncut

You can print this countdown to Thanksgiving paper chain printable on any kind of paper. I used brown kraft paper for a more vintage look. If you start your countdown on November 1st, you will need five copies of the printable. Cut the strips and tape the circles together, intertwining the strips as you tape. It’s completely optional, but there is a space on each strip to write something that you and your family are grateful for. As you tear off each one, you will be reminded that life is short, and to be thankful for all you have. 

You can find brown kraft paper at any craft or discount store, or you can shop for it {HERE.}

countdown to thanksgiving paper chain printable cut into strips

I like to take every opportunity possible to thank all of you…so I’d like to say it again. Thank you for being there for me. Thank you for always being kind and supportive. I am abundantly blessed and do not take it for granted. 

countdown to thanksgiving paper chain printable rings and strips

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THANKSGIVING PAPER CHAIN

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  5. Jody says

    Saturday, October 20, 2018 at 9:03 am

    Oh, Ann I will be moving to Austin next Tuesday and am going to be married. At my age! God waited for now so I have the man I always knew would be there someday. I will be so happy to make the grateful chain and the Christmas bedroom is just my style.
    I am bursting with happiness. I am also waiting for my twin grand children to be born. A boy and a girl. Just well darn perfect.

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  8. Marisa Kenney says

    Wednesday, November 18, 2015 at 12:17 pm

    I love the paper Thanksgiving chain and would love to print it but I am having trouble with the link working. A blank screen appears and says ” Previous file Next file”.

    Reply

  14. Starr says

    Friday, October 30, 2015 at 9:02 pm

    Hi Ann,
    Just found your blog and love it so signed up immediately! I took the tours and your home is beautiful. I would love to know how you keep the grout on your kitchen counters so bright white. I tiled my sister’s counter tops and they have not fared so good. She has tried many different methods to clean the grout and it just won’t budge. Any suggestion would be helpful. Thanks

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    • lorraine says

      Friday, October 30, 2015 at 9:14 pm

      I just started radiation for breast cancer. I only have 16 treatments…but I have started a paper chain and tear off one after each session. As of today…11 to go. I’m thankful this year for so many blessings. My husband,children,grandchildren and a God who goes before me. Thank you for your inspirational blog…my absolute favorite.

      Reply

  15. Susan Alves says

    Friday, October 30, 2015 at 2:52 pm

    Hi Ann, I am having trouble being able to print out any of your printables (paper chain, Fall quotes etc)…..after downloading and then hitting print it comes up blank…..any ideas??

    Reply

    • Ann Drake says

      Saturday, October 31, 2015 at 9:09 am

      Hi Susan…I have no idea what’s wrong. When you download and open the file is the printable there? If yes then it must be something with your print feature. I can try emailing the files to you if you think that might help. Let me know!

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  17. Linda S says

    Thursday, October 29, 2015 at 10:20 pm

    Hi Ann,

    Thank you for all your delicious recipes that are so easy and your easy DIY’s and crafts. I enjoy your posts every day and your humble graciousness…you are like a friend with a cup of coffee!

    Reply

  18. Debrashoppeno5 says

    Thursday, October 29, 2015 at 7:27 pm

    Such a special idea. I have to say thank you. You are one of the first bloggers I started following. And from that point I was inspired to learn and finally took the plunge to start my own blog. It is a great community and I have learned so much.

    Reply

  19. pat crawford says

    Thursday, October 29, 2015 at 6:18 pm

    I love your blog. I haven’t had the privilege of meeting you but I think
    your a very classy lady. You home is beautiful and you are always so sweet. I’m honored to be able be view your things. Thank you

    Reply

  20. Laurie says

    Thursday, October 29, 2015 at 5:19 pm

    Hello, Ann. I really appreciate your clever idea, reinforcing the whole idea behind our national holiday. It seems to be that more and more, Thanksgiving gets lost in the mad, hectic dash between Trick or Treat and Christmas. I’ve always loved Thanksgiving, with family, from near and far gathered ’round a table groaning under the weight of all that delicious food, and of course for the time spent contemplating our many blessings. (And yes, I have my share of crazy relatives, just like everyone else, but I wouldn’t trade them for the world!) So thank you for sharing this ‘Blessings Chain’ w/us. A new tradition is born at our house!!

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  24. Sheran Steading says

    Thursday, October 29, 2015 at 10:55 am

    Oh, Ann, this is so lovely and it comes at a very special time for me. My daughter is seriously ill and facing surgery, radiation and chemo. We are encouraged by our good doctors, but I want to do everything I can to make our holidays extra special. I can’t wait to include this chain!

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  25. Marilyn Pramschufer says

    Thursday, October 29, 2015 at 10:11 am

    Ann, the Thnksgiving paper chain is lovely and I want to include it with our celebration this year. I need some clarification, however. Is the plan to have follks ((big and little) write or dictate what they are thankful for on the chain
    sheets, THEN make the chain and use it to decorate? Are these read at the table? Or, enjoyed as a family activity? Sorry to be out of the loop (no pun intended)! Would love to hear from you and Happy Autumn!

    Marilyn

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    • Ann Drake says

      Saturday, October 31, 2015 at 9:17 am

      Hi Marilyn! You can basically do whatever you want. If you write something you are thankful for on each piece before you make the paper chain, then when you tear them off you will be reminded of that. You could perhaps save them and read some at the table. Happy Autumn to you too!

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  27. Betty says

    Thursday, October 29, 2015 at 9:36 am

    Thank YOU, Ann, for bringing so many beautiful ideas, recipes, and inspiration to us everyday! Love your blog and hope you and your family have a wonderful upcoming Holiday Season 2015!!

    Reply

  31. Nellie says

    Thursday, October 29, 2015 at 8:26 am

    Morning Ann,
    What a cute idea, we made them too, but only for Christmas, but there was nothing written
    on them, just plain ole green and red. This looks like it would make
    a really cute chain, and neat that the kiddos can take one off daily. A great and fun way to
    count down to the next holiday………….

    You always have such a lovely blog……and Thank You for all the free printables, decorating
    inspiration and great recipes and just for being you.
    Blessings, Nellie

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  32. [email protected] Seasonal Chapters says

    Thursday, October 29, 2015 at 8:07 am

    I have always loved doing paper chain countdowns with my children when they were younger. This chain adds such a nice additional touch with the opportunity to express your gratitude for the many blessings, both large and small, in your life. The artwork you added is beautiful as well. Thank you for sharing this lovely way to express thanks throughout the season.

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  34. Jan says

    Thursday, October 29, 2015 at 8:03 am

    Good morning Ann,
    Abundant Blessings to you – Much gratitude for keeping me company early – very early – in the morning! The Thanksgiving chain is really Beautiful – Jan

    Reply

  36. Jeanette Duke says

    Thursday, October 29, 2015 at 7:15 am

    Ann, this is just the nicest idea and I am doing this for our daughter as she has Thanksgiving at her house. She will love it!! Thank you so much.

    Reply

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