Paper Plate Pirate – Summer Kid Craft Idea

Ahoy, matey!!! If you didn’t catch my Pirate Treasure Hunt blog post from last week – September 19th is National Talk Like A Pirate Day.

So continuing on with the adventurous themed fun, we are sharing today’s Painted Paper Plate Pirate kid craft idea!!! #gluedtomycrafts

Each year, this day is designated as the day when everyone in the world should talk like a pirate. {I’m sure you have even seen the pirate talk feature on Facebook} Clearly it’s fun to talk like a pirate, right??

So whether you plan on speaking the language in honor of the patriotic holiday {or not} I have a fun craft activity for you to pull together for your child, in honor of the special day.

And guess what – this Paper Plate Pirate idea is super EASY and is just made out of a paper plate, cardstock and paint. Sound awesome, right?

Now are you ready to learn how to pull it together? Aye Aye captain – let’s grab our supplies!

Happy crafting, my friends!!! Don’t forget to share pictures of your pirate made from a paper plate on our Facebook page, to admire today! #gluedtomycrafts

Paper Plate Pirate Face Craft Supplies:
* Large Paper Plate – one per pirate craft
* Ivory Colored Paint
* Foam Paint Brush
* Red, White and Black Cardstock
* School Glue
* Hand-Held Office Stapler
* Basic Paper Craft Scissors
* Black Sharpie

Directions:
* Have your child paint their paper plate with the ivory colored paint, until completely covered.
* Set aside to let it dry.
* Next, using your scissors, cut out the pirate’s hat, eye patch and eye from the colored cardstock.
* To finish off the Paper Plate Pirate craft, staple the hat to the paper plate and glue on the other embellishments.
* Now use a black sharpie to draw on a nose and mouth for the pirate.
* Then when ready, display it proudly for ALL to see!

Shiver me timbers!!! Isn’t that easy? If you enjoyed this kid friendly craft – you may also enjoy these fun blog posts from Glued To My Crafts:

Fishbowl Kid Craft
Paper Plate Turtle Craft
Paper Plate Shark Craft
Popsicle Stick Pirate
Clothespin Alligator Friend