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Popsicle Stick Owl Craft Idea For Fall

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These adorable popsicle stick owls are perfect for any kids craft project!
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Three Popsicle Stick Owls made from craft sticks, googly eyes, paper beaks, felt wings, and faux leaves are displayed on a blue background with white stars. Text reads, Popsicle Stick Owl Craft—a charming wood owl craft for kids.

This fall, I encourage YOU and your child to display these popsicle stick owls as simple autumn decor. There is endless ways to decorate them and the craft itself is suitable for a wide range of kids! Keep scrolling for the FULL details!

Two adorable Popsicle Stick Owls, each a unique craft stick owl with googly eyes, paper beaks, and faux leaves, sit on a starry blue background. One is brown and the other red.

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It’s no secret that I love making and sharing kid friendly craft ideas with you all on my website {they have been my most popular posts to date!}

On Glued To My Crafts, I’ve shared quite a few children friendly crafts using tissue paper and paper plates but another favorite craft medium of mine is popsicle sticks. They are fairly inexpensive, easy to find in most stores {like Dollar Tree!} and are versatile when it comes to kid crafts.

Today’s blog post is titled Popsicle Stick Owls and it’s just a basic popsicle stick frame, decorated to look like an owl. It’s super easy to make and completely customizable when it comes to colors & how you decorate it. I used decorative leaves from Dollar Tree but you can of course change that out with craft feathers instead!

My craft stick owl tutorial is the perfect fall craft but honestly it can be made all year long. Take for example, you can change up the colors to reflect white/blue for a winter owl or red/pink for a Valentine’s Day owl. The possibilities are endless – which makes it whoo-tastic!

You can find ALL the details below, as well as a few picture examples to get you inspired!

Happy crafting, my dear friends and please don’t forget to share pictures of your popsicle stick and leaf decorated owls with me on my Facebook page! It seriously makes my day to see these tutorials come to life! #gluedtomycrafts

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Two adorable Popsicle Stick Owls, each a unique craft stick owl with googly eyes, paper beaks, and faux leaves, sit on a starry blue background. One is brown and the other red. GluedToMyCraftsBlog.com text appears at the bottom.

Looking for an easy craft idea that kids will love? Check out these adorable popsicle stick owls! We added leaves so they are perfect for fall!

Craft Supplies:

  • Regular Sized Popsicle Sticks – 12 per owl craft
  • School Glue
  • Craft Paint
  • Paint Brush
  • Paper Plate
  • Craft Scissors
  • Cardstock Paper
  • Wiggle Eyes
  • Decorative Plastic Leaves

Directions:

  1. First is the frame of your owl. Basically you are building/gluing together a fence. I did 10 next to each other and two going across, to make the base of the craft.
  2. Let the glue dry completely before moving on to the next step.
  3. Squirt some craft paint on a paper plate.
  4. Flip over the popsicle stick frame and have your child paint the front of it.
  5. Let the paint dry completely.
  6. Next cut out some embellishments for your owl {nose and eyes} and glue them onto the frame.
  7. Glue on decorative leaves to each side of the painted popsicle stick shape, to finish it all off!
  8. Add any other embellishments you see fit and allow it to dry completely.
  9. Then display your popsicle stick owl proudly for ALL to see! You can prop it against something as is or hot glue magnets to the back to display on the fridge.
  10. Don’t forget to snap a few pictures to share with us on your social media sites! #gluedtomycrafts

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A cute popsicle stick owl craft made from red-painted sticks, large googly eyes, orange paper ears and beak, and orange felt leaves for wings. The background features fall-themed patterned paper, perfect for Popsicle Stick Owls fans!. Children’s craft stick owl creations made of colored craft sticks, googly eyes, paper beaks, and faux leaves are displayed next to the book Little Owl’s Night. The crafts are black and orange with large eyes and feather accents. Craft a charming popsicle stick owl using orange and white-painted sticks, sunflower-shaped googly eyes, orange triangle ears, and a yellow beak—all set on a star-patterned background. @GLUEDTOMYCRAFTS at the bottom. #PopsicleStickOwls.

If you enjoyed this kid friendly popsicle stick owls craft idea from us, you may also enjoy these tutorials listed below, using popsicle sticks.

All five of them are from our Glued To My Crafts website:

Popsicle Stick Fish
Popsicle Stick Flowers
Popsicle Stick Black Crow
Popsicle Stick Flowers
Popsicle Stick Acorn
Popsicle Stick Flags
Popsicle Stick Corn
Popsicle Stick Pumpkin Patch Stand
“T” is for Turkey Craft

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Three Popsicle Stick Owls made from craft sticks, googly eyes, paper beaks, felt wings, and faux leaves are displayed on a blue background with white stars. Text reads, Popsicle Stick Owl Craft—a charming wood owl craft for kids.
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Popsicle Stick Owl Craft Idea For Fall

These adorable popsicle stick owls are perfect for any kids craft project!

Here’s your checklist of supplies to bring this craft to life:

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Directions: 

  • First is the frame of your owl. Basically you are building/gluing together a fence. I did 10 next to each other and two going across, to make the base of the craft.
  • Let the glue dry completely before moving on to the next step.
  • Squirt some craft paint on a paper plate.
  • Flip over the popsicle stick frame and have your child paint the front of it.
  • Let the paint dry completely.
  • Next cut out some embellishments for your owl {nose and eyes} and glue them onto the frame.
  • Glue on decorative leaves to each side of the painted popsicle stick shape, to finish it all off!
  • Add any other embellishments you see fit and allow it to dry completely.
  • Then display your popsicle stick owl proudly for ALL to see! You can prop it against something as is or hot glue magnets to the back to display on the fridge.
    Two adorable Popsicle Stick Owls, each a unique craft stick owl with googly eyes, paper beaks, and faux leaves, sit on a starry blue background. One is brown and the other red. GluedToMyCraftsBlog.com text appears at the bottom.
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Craft Activity Safety Guidelines:

Always Ensure Adult Supervision - Young children should be supervised at all times when engaging in craft activities. This is essential to keep them safe and ensure materials are used correctly. Use Age-Appropriate Supplies - Choose craft supplies that are suitable for your child’s age. Check labels for recommendations and avoid items with small parts or sharp edges for younger children. Modify as Needed - Feel free to adapt materials or steps to meet your child's abilities and safety needs. For example, substitute scissors with safety scissors if necessary. Keep an Eye on Allergies - Be mindful of potential allergens in craft materials like glue, paint, or certain fabrics. Opt for non-toxic and hypoallergenic options whenever possible. Organize and Secure Supplies - Keep all craft tools and materials organized. Store sharp objects, small parts, and potentially hazardous items out of reach when not in use. Following these guidelines will ensure that crafts remain fun, creative, and, most importantly, safe for everyone involved!