Paper Plate and Cotton Ball Rainbow Cloud – Kid Craft Idea

Spring time is notoriously known for rain. But what makes the cloudy weather worth it in the end? A beautiful rainbow – of course!

With just a little crafty imagination, today’s Paper Plate Rainbow Cloud tutorial in-cooperates easy supplies like glue, colorful crepe paper, cotton balls and of course – an inexpensive paper plate. It’s super simple, fun for all ages and really inexpensive too. Sides that, it’s the perfect addition to decorate your home with and welcome the upcoming spring weather with!!!

So what are you waiting for? Grab those craft supplies and follow our step-by-step tutorial below to make your own one-of-a-kind rainbow clouds today!

Happy crafting my friends! Please don’t forget to share pictures of your child’s beautiful paper and cotton ball rainbows, by tagging us on Facebook or Instagram. This way we can give you both a virtual high five from a far! I can’t wait to see your crafty creations! #gluedtomycrafts

PAIR YOUR RAINBOW CRAFT WITH —> Cupcake Liner Rainbow Fish – Story Time Kid Craft Idea

Rainbow Craft Supplies:

* Large Paper Plate – one plate makes TWO rainbows at once
* Colorful Stripes of Cardstock Paper {whatever five or six color you like!}
* School Glue
* Basic Craft Scissors
* Hand-Held Office Stapler
* Large White Cotton Balls – a good handful per rainbow craft

Directions:

* First cut your paper plate in half. Straight up the center to make TWO equal pieces.
* Reserve one half for today’s craft and save the other for another day {maybe for our Chalk Art Rainbow Pot of Gold) tutorial!}
* Now grab your glue and cotton balls.
* Put a good layer of glue down on the paper plate half and then have children place the cotton balls on top, until it’s completely covered.
* Set aside to let it dry completely.
* Now cut some strips of cardstock for the rainbow aspect. These can be as long/short as you like and you have any many or little as you want too!
* To finish off the rainbow craft, simple staple on the stripes of cardstock paper to the finished cotton ball paper plate piece {on the larger/cut end of the paper plate}
* Then add other embellishments you see fit and display proudly!

PAIR OUR RAINBOW CLOUD CRAFT WITH —> Stained Glass Rainbow Fish – Kid Craft w/free printable template

If you are looking for even MORE easy spring themed kid craft ideas, be sure to check out these fun posts listed below.

And “if” you decide to make our Paper Plate and Cotton Ball Rainbow Cloud kid craft tutorial, please share a picture on our Facebook page or tag us on Instagram with #gluedtomycrafts for us to see. We love seeing our inspiration come to life!

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