Paper Bag Leprechaun Gnome Puppet – Kid Craft Idea

Did you catch our Paper Plate Leprechaun post yesterday? Well – continuing on with the fun St. Patrick’s Day theme on Glued To My Crafts, today I have another easy kid craft that is just like yesterday’s idea BUT with a paper bag instead.

Not only is this Paper Bag Leprechaun Gnome Puppet super simple, adorable and great for all ages – but it’s also really inexpensive when it comes to the supplies. We are talking simple materials that are easy to find and friendly on the wallet too. But overall, my favorite element is the handprint orange beard we added. Clever, right?!

So what are you waiting for? Let’s grab our craft supplies and get straight to work on making our own one-of-a-kind leprechaun! You can find everything you need to know, in the full step-by-step tutorial below and then have you yourself a crafty day making leprechaun puppets to play with afterwards!

Happy crafting my dear friends! Please don’t forget to share pictures of your leprechaun puppet made from a paper bag on our Facebook page or tag us on Instagram to admire. I can’t wait to see how your new FRIEND turns out! #gluedtomycrafts

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Leprechaun Gnome Puppet Craft Supplies:

* Brown Paper Bag – one per leprechaun gnome craft
* Green Craft Paint
* Skin Tone Craft Paint
* Paint Brush
* Orange Cardstock Paper
* Black Cardstock Paper
* Tan Cardstock Paper
* Gold Glitter Cardstock Paper
* Kid Friendly Craft Scissors
* Pencil
* School Glue or Glue Stick

Directions:

* First things first – lay the brown paper bag, with the bottom flap facing up, on your working surface.
* Next have your child paint the larger, bottom portion of their paper bag completely green, while painting the smaller square shape {the flap} a skin tone color.
* Once done painting the bag, set it aside to let it dry completely.
* Next up – pick a hand, any hand! Using a pencil, trace your child’s hand on the orange cardstock paper.
* Trim out the traced design for the leprechaun’s beard.
* With the remainder of the cardstock pieces, cut out his iconic hat, as well as a large oval shape for his nose.
* To finish off the Paper Bag Leprechaun Gnome – simple glue/staple on the cardstock pieces in their designated spots and display proudly for all to see!

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If you are looking for even MORE easy kid craft ideas that are perfect for St Patrick’s Day, be sure to check out these fun posts listed below.

And “if” you decide to make our Paper Bag Leprechaun kid craft, please share a picture on our Facebook page or tag us on Instagram with #gluedtomycrafts for us to see. We love seeing our inspiration come to life!

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Paper Bag Leprechaun Gnome Puppet

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Not only is this Paper Bag Leprechaun Gnome Puppet super simple, adorable and great for all ages - but it's also really inexpensive!

Supplies:

• Brown Paper Bag - one per leprechaun gnome craft
• Green Craft Paint
• Skin Tone Craft Paint
• Paint Brush
• Orange Cardstock Paper
• Black Cardstock Paper
• Tan Cardstock Paper
• Gold Glitter Cardstock Paper
• Kid Friendly Craft Scissors
• Pencil
• School Glue or Glue Stick

Instructions:

• First things first - lay the brown paper bag, with the bottom flap facing up, on your working surface.
• Next have your child paint the larger, bottom portion of their paper bag completely green, while painting the smaller square shape {the flap} a skin tone color.
• Once done painting the bag, set it aside to let it dry completely.
• Next up - pick a hand, any hand! Using a pencil, trace your child's hand on the orange cardstock paper.
• Trim out the traced design for the leprechaun's beard.
• With the remainder of the cardstock pieces, cut out his iconic hat, as well as a large oval shape for his nose.
• To finish off the Paper Bag Leprechaun Gnome – simple glue/staple on the cardstock pieces in their designated spots and display proudly for all to see!