Put the pedal to the metal with this fun paper plate car craft for kids! Get creative by adding colorful decorations and maybe even some racing strips. The possibilities are endless!
Paper Plate Automobile Craft
Calling ALL my crafty mommy friends for this Paper Plate Cars art project idea!
Today’s post is for those rough and tumble boys that absolutely LOVE cars. My son has hit the Matchbox car phase and he is growing quite a collection. I admit – I’ve been waiting quite some time for him to “finally” pick a favorite thing and I’m all for this one!
Without ado – today I’m sharing how YOU can make some simple Paper Plate Cars on the fly and have some big smiles afterwards!
This kid friendly craft is completely customizable when it comes to the colors and of course – it’s super easy, inexpensive and fun for all ages! These cars don’t require fancy tools OR a big wallet either. It’s just plain ole’ simple craft fun!
So what are you waiting for? Rev up those craft engines, grab some supplies and “vroom” on by to crafting these up!
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Are you looking for a fun and creative kids craft idea? Check out these paper plate cars! They’re perfect for any occasion!
Craft Supplies:
- Large Paper Plate
- Colored Tissue Paper
- White Cardstock Paper
- Black Cardstock Paper
- School Glue
- Craft Scissors
- Hand-Held Office Stapler
Directions:
- First cut your paper plate in half. Straight up the center to make TWO equal pieces. This will give you TWO cars to craft up.
- Now take your tissue paper and cut it into small squares {let the kids practice their cutting skills}
- Take your paper plate halves and put a good amount of glue all over them. Have children place the tissue paper on top of the glue, until they are completely covered.
- When they are done with that, set aside to let them dry completely while you trim out the other car features from your cardstock {think tires, windows, lights etc}
- To finish off the Paper Plate Car kid craft – simply staple the finished cardstock pieces in their designated spots. Have children add other embellishments to really make it their own! Then display proudly!
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Above is an example to take this crafty idea and make police cars!
BTW – if you are looking for even MORE easy kid craft ideas using paper plates, be sure to check out these fun posts listed below!
Paper Plate Vampire
Paper Plate Easter Bunny Cars
Tissue Paper Apple
Paper Plate Acorn
Paper Plate Shark
Paper Plate Donut
Paper Plate Christmas Car
Paper Plate Carrot Car
Paper Plate Cars
- White Cardstock Paper
- Black Cardstock Paper
- Any Color Tissue Paper
- 1 Large Paper Plate
Instructions
- First cut your paper plate in half. Straight up the center to make TWO equal pieces. This will give you TWO cars to craft up.
- Now take your tissue paper and cut it into small squares.
- Take your paper plate halves and put a good amount of glue all over them.
- Have children place the tissue paper on top of the glue, until they are completely covered.
- When they are done with that, set aside to let them dry completely while you trim out the other car features from your cardstock {think tires, windows, lights etc}
- To finish off the Paper Plate Car kid craft – simply staple the finished cardstock pieces in their designated spots.
- Have children add other embellishments to really make it their own! Then display proudly!
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