Don't go BATTY! Grab those simple craft supplies and start crafting up this Styrofoam Cup Bat today!
Crafting with your kiddos has never been easier! Make a “black bat” out of a styrofoam cup that is sure to make your little ones feel creative and proud of their work.
Halloween is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to engage kids in some spooky yet delightful crafts. One such craft idea that is simple, creative, and sure to capture the Halloween spirit is making bats out of Styrofoam cups.
Not only does this project provide a fun activity for kids, but it also yields adorable decorations that can be used to add a festive touch to your home.
On that note, we hope you and your kids enjoy making these spooky bats as much as we do. For more fun craft ideas and tips, be sure to follow our blog. And if you have any questions or want to share your creations, feel free to reach out to us. Happy Halloween crafting!
Creating Styrofoam cup bats is a fantastic way to celebrate Halloween with kids. This simple yet engaging craft project not only results in adorable decorations but also provides numerous developmental benefits. From improving fine motor skills to fostering creativity, crafting is a valuable activity for children.
Craft Supplies:
- White Styrofoam Cup
- Small Paper Plate
- Black Craft Paint
- Foam Paint Brush
- White Craft Foam
- Black Craft Foam
- Craft Scissors
- Low- Temp Hot Glue Gun
- Large Wiggle Eyes
Directions:
- First things first – squirt some black craft paint on your paper plate.
- Next grab the styrofoam cup and paint brush.
- Flip the cup over {bottom facing upwards} and have children paint their cup completely black.
- When done painting, set aside the cup to let it dry completely.
- Now grab your craft foam and cut out bat wings out of the black foam and fangs out of the white.
- To finish off the Paper Cup Bat, glue on the foam pieces and wiggle eyes in their designated spots and display proudly!!!
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Styrofoam Cup Bat Craft
Don't go BATTY! Grab those simple craft supplies and start crafting up this Styrofoam Cup Bat today!
Here’s your checklist of supplies to bring this craft to life:
- 1 Styrofoam Cup
- Craft Paint black
- Craft Foam black and white
- 2 Wiggle Eyes
Prepare your creative haven by laying down a protective cover before the crafting magic begins!
Directions:
- First things first - squirt some black craft paint on your paper plate.
- Next grab the styrofoam cup and paint brush.
- Flip the cup over {bottom facing upwards} and have children paint their cup completely black.
- When done painting, set aside the cup to let it dry completely.
- Now grab your craft foam and cut out bat wings out of the black foam and fangs out of the white.
- To finish off the Paper Cup Bat, glue on the foam pieces and wiggle eyes in their designated spots and display proudly!!!
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