Paper Plate and Clothespin Bird Nest

Hi my crafty friends! Today’s kid friendly bird nest craft idea is all about fresh starts and new life as we welcome spring into our homes.

When I think of this time of year, I instantly think of little birdies chirping away in their nest. Spring in my opinion is a fresh new start and what better way to explain new life to a child, than with a bird nest filled with fresh baby chicks?!

Not only is this Paper Plate Bird Nest Kid Craft super simple for young children and really inexpensive to make – but it also in-cooperates clothespins that can be “pinch” on and off, so your child will have a great piece to play with afterwards, as well!

So what are you waiting for? Grab those craft supplies, find the full tutorial below and get to work on creating this “tweet” little craft with your child today! I really do hope you are inspired to recreate your own version, right along side your child as well!

Happy crafting my friends! Don’t forget to share pictures of your child’s bird nest made from a paper plate and clothespins, on our Facebook page! #gluedtomycrafts

Bird Nest Craft Supplies:

* Large Paper Plate {one per bird nest craft}
* Kid Friendly Craft Scissors
* Brown Tissue Paper
* School Glue
* Wooden Clothespins {three to five per bird nest craft}
* Craft Feathers
* Cardstock Paper
* Black/Orange Sharpie Markers

Directions:

* First cut your paper plate in half. Straight up the center to create TWO equal pieces.
* Reserve one for this craft {or use both today by repeating the steps TWICE.}
* Now grab the brown tissue paper and scissors.
* Cut your brown tissue paper into small squares.
* Put a good amount of glue all over the paper plate half from earlier.
* Have children place the tissue paper on top of the glue, until the plate is completely covered.
* Set aside the paper plate to allow it to dry COMPLETELY.
* Now grab your wooden clothespins, the Sharpie markers, cardstock paper and craft feathers.
* First start off by gluing ONE craft feather to your clothespin. Repeat for each clothespin.
* Next up – grab the cardstock and scissors.
* Cut out a small circle that will be the “baby bird’s” head. Repeat for each clothespin.
* Use the Sharpie markers to draw on eyes and a beak.
* Now you are going to glue the circle piece to the feather decorated clothespin. Again, repeat these steps for each clothespin bird you want to add to your paper plate nest.
* When done decorating the clothespins, set aside each piece to allow them to dry COMPLETELY before moving on.
* To finish off the craft {remember it ALL have to be completely dry} simply PINCH each decorated clothespin to the tissue paper covered paper plate.
* Add anything else you see fit and display it proudly for ALL to see!

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