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Paper Plate Nutcracker w/Handprint Beard

Paper Plate Nutcracker w/Handprint Beard - Kid Craft

Paper Plate Christmas Nutcracker Craft For Kids

Ok you guys. It’s confession time for me.

I have a nutcracker obsession. WHEW. I’m glad to have that off my chest…

Not sure when it started exactly but for the past few years, I’ve made it a habit to ALWAYS add a new nutcracker piece to my ever-growing collection. My husband may think I’m crazy BUT I think they are the perfect addition to the Christmas decor in our home.

With that being said – I saved the BEST Christmas kid craft for last {this year that is!} and I’m sharing this awesome Paper Plate Nutcracker craft idea with you all today!

As always, it’s super simple, really inexpensive and the perfect nutcracker themed craft piece to display this time of year. I just hope you take the time to recreate our clever art project idea with your child today! Maybe even include this fun activity at a Christmas party or family gathering – hint hint!

Happy crafting, my friends!!! Don’t forget to share pictures of your finished nutcracker made from a paper plate on our Facebook page to admire! I can’t wait to see how you make it your own with that festive touch of yours! #gluedtomycrafts

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Paper Plate Nutcracker w/Handprint Beard - Kid Craft

Paper Plate Nutcracker

Looking for a fun and easy Christmas craft project for your kids? This paper plate nutcracker with handprint beard is perfect!

Craft Supplies:

  • Large Paper Plate – one per nutcracker craft
  • Ivory Colored Paint
  • Large Foam Paint Brush
  • White Cardstock Paper
  • Red or Blue Cardstock Paper
  • Black Cardstock Paper
  • Tan Cardstock Paper
  • Pencil or Pen
  • Basic Paper Craft Scissors
  • School Glue
  • Hand-Held Office Stapler
  • Large Wiggle Eyes – two per nutcracker craft
  • Optional Materials – Embellishments, Mustache Paper Punch

Directions:

  • First things first – paint your paper plate with the ivory colored paint, until completely covered.
  • Set aside to let it dry.
  • Next up – grab your white cardstock paper and a drawing utensil.
  • Pick a hand – any hand!
  • Lay it out flat on the white paper and trace around it with your pencil.
  • Lift up your hand.
  • Now using the scissors, cut out the traced handprint design you just made on the paper. This is the nutcracker’s beard.
  • Out of your remaining cardstock paper, cut out a large hat, black mustache and oval nose for your nutcracker.
  • To finish off the Paper Plate Nutcracker craft, start off by stapling the handprint beard in place on the paper plate and then adding the remaining embellishments from there.
  • Don’t forget to add some sparkle since nutcracker’s usually dazzle this time of year.
  • Then when ready, display it proudly for ALL to see!

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Nutcracker Joke:

  • What do you call sheep who perform The Nutcracker? Baaaah-lerinas.

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Paper Plate Nutcracker w/Handprint Beard - Kid Craft

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Paper Plate Nutcracker w/Handprint Beard - Kid Craft

Paper Plate Nutcracker w/Handprint Beard

This fun paper plate nutcracker craft is perfect for kids of all ages! With just a few simple supplies, you can create a festive holiday decoration.
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  • Foam Paint Brush
  • Pencil or Pen
  • Scissors
  • School Glue
  • Hand-Held Office Stapler
  • 1 Large Paper Plate
  • Cardstock Paper
  • Skin Tone Craft Paint
  • 2 Wiggle Eyes

Instructions
 

  • First things first - paint your paper plate with the ivory colored paint, until completely covered.
  • Set aside to let it dry.
  • Next up - grab your white cardstock paper and a drawing utensil.
  • Pick a hand - any hand!
  • Lay it out flat on the white paper and trace around it with your pencil.
  • Lift up your hand.
  • Now using the scissors, cut out the traced handprint design you just made on the paper. This is the nutcracker's beard.
  • Out of your remaining cardstock paper, cut out a large hat, black mustache and oval nose for your nutcracker.
  • To finish off the Paper Plate Nutcracker craft, start off by stapling the handprint beard in place on the paper plate and then adding the remaining embellishments from there.
  • Don't forget to add some sparkle since nutcracker's usually dazzle this time of year.
  • Then when ready, display it proudly for ALL to see!
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