Paper Plate Fall Tree w/Handprint Trunk
The colors of the trees are changing and fall is finally upon us. I’m so excited you landed on today’s Paper Plate Fall Tree kid craft idea because it’s perfect to make in celebration of the time of year!
You and your child can experience nature and ALL things fall related, by bringing the beautiful outdoor scenery to your craft table today! You won’t have to travel far for this latest kid craft tutorial and it’s absolutely PERFECT for the little ones to make today!
Whether you use real leaves or the fake stuff {hello Dollar Tree!} this kid friendly Paper Plate Leaf Covered Fall Tree is sure to be a crowd pleaser! With no real rules but simple creative fun – you are sure to “pile on” some smiles with this one! PLUS we in-cooperated a simple handprint into the craft, so it’s an awesome keepsake too!!!
So what are you waiting for? Just do it. NOW! Go grab those craft supplies, find the full tutorial below and get to work on crafting this up with your child today!
Happy fall my friends! Don’t forget to share pictures of your beautiful leaf covered paper plate fall trees with us on our Facebook page! #gluedtomycrafts
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Craft Supplies:
* Decorative Plastic Leaves {or the real stuff}
* Large Paper Plate {one per tree craft}
* School Glue
* Brown Colored Cardstock Paper
* Pencil or Pen
* Kid Friendly Scissors
* Hand-Held Office Stapler
* optional materials – fall themed stickers like an owl, bird or pumpkins
Directions:
* First put a good amount of school glue ALL over the paper plate.
* Now have children take the various leaves and place them on the paper plate, until it’s completely covered.
* Set aside to let it dry completely.
* While that is drying – go ahead and trace your child’s handprint/arm on the brown cardstock with the pencil.
* Trim out the traced handprint design, to make the tree trunk of the craft.
* To finished off the Paper Plate Fall Tree craft, staple the handprint cutout to the paper plate.
* Add any other embellishments you see fit {maybe an owl sticker or two on the tree branches!}
* Then allow it dry completely before you display it proudly for all to see!!
* Don’t forget to share pictures with us on you social media sites! #gluedtomycrafts
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If you are looking for even more fall themed kid crafts, from Glued To My Crafts, be sure to check out the fun posts listed below.
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Paper Plate Fall Tree
Tools:
- Pencil or Pen
Supplies:
- 1 Large Paper Plate
- Brown Cardstock Paper
- Decorative Plastic Fall Leaves
- Embellishments
Instructions:
- First put a good amount of school glue ALL over the paper plate.
- Now have children take the various leaves and place them on the paper plate, until it's completely covered.
- Set aside to let it dry completely.
- While that is drying - go ahead and trace your child's handprint/arm on the brown cardstock with the pencil.
- Trim out the traced handprint design, to make the tree trunk of the craft.
- To finished off the Paper Plate Fall Tree craft, staple the handprint cutout to the paper plate.
- Add any other embellishments you see fit {maybe an owl sticker or two on the tree branches!}
- Then allow it dry completely before you display it proudly for all to see!!
- Don't forget to share pictures with us on you social media sites! #gluedtomycrafts
