The best part is once you help the little ones create the initial version there are endless ways they can customize it exactly how they want. Keep reading now for instructions on how to make this clever owl craft from paper plates!
Paper Plate & Tissue Paper Owl
Are you looking for a fun craft activity to do with your kids? A craft that is both educational and entertaining? Look no further than this adorable paper plate owl craft!
This project can be completed with just a few simple materials like paper plates, paint, and some colorful crafting supplies. Not only will the children have a blast creating their own personalized owls but they’ll also learn about colors and shapes in the process.
All it takes is less than an hour of creativity and patience to make these cuties–so grab your tools and get ready to dive into this exciting art project full of learning experiences!
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Crafting with kids can be a rewarding and fun experience for everyone involved! Whether you have children at home, in your classroom, or even just friends and family that love to craft, this Paper Plate Owl Craft Idea is the perfect way to get creative.
Craft Supplies:
- Large Paper Plate – one per owl craft
- Craft Paint
- Paint Brush
- Loose Craft Glitter
- Color Printer
- White Cardstock Paper
- Orange Cardstock Paper
- FREE Owl Printable {on box.com}
- Crayons, Markers or Coloring Pencils
- School Glue
- Extra Large Googly Eyes – two per owl craft
Directions:
- First things first – paint your large paper plate completely. Simply squirt some craft paint in the center and use the paint brush to move it all around.
- When done painting {and while the paint is still wet} go ahead & sprinkle some loose craft glitter on top.
- Set aside the paper plate till later.
- Now grab your printable and your choice of coloring utensils.
- Color in ONE of the owl head designs.
- When done, trim it out with scissors and save the second design for repeating the craft later.
- Grab your orange cardstock paper.
- Cut out a triangle shape for the owls nose.
- When ready, it’s time to start assembling! Start off by gluing on the head shape to the painted paper plate.
- Follow that up with the nose in the center and finally, the googly eyes.
- Finish off with any other embellishments you see fit.
- Then allow it to dry completely, before displaying it proudly for ALL to see!
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Paper Plate Owl Craft Idea For Kids
- 1 Large Paper Plate
- Craft Paint
- Loose Craft Glitter
- White Cardstock Paper
- Orange Cardstock Paper
- 2 Extra Large Googly Eyes
Instructions
- First things first - paint your large paper plate completely. Simply squirt some craft paint in the center and use the paint brush to move it all around.
- When done painting {and while the paint is still wet} go ahead & sprinkle some loose craft glitter on top.
- Set aside the paper plate till later.
- Now grab your printable and your choice of coloring utensils.
- Color in ONE of the owl head designs.
- When done, trim it out with scissors and save the second design for repeating the craft later.
- Grab your orange cardstock paper.
- Cut out a triangle shape for the owls nose.
- When ready, it's time to start assembling! Start off by gluing on the head shape to the painted paper plate.
- Follow that up with the nose in the center and finally, the googly eyes.
- Finish off with any other embellishments you see fit.
- Then allow it to dry completely, before displaying it proudly for ALL to see!
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