This super easy and colorful paper plate rainbow cloud art project idea is perfect for a spring craft idea on a rainy day!
Paper Plate Rainbow Cloud
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 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
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A fun and easy paper plate craft idea for kids that is perfect for spring! This rainbow cloud craft is made using cotton balls and is a great way to teach kids about colors.
Craft Supplies:
- Large Paper Plate
- Cardstock Paper
- School Glue
- Basic Craft Scissors
- Hand-Held Office Stapler
- Large White Cotton Balls
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!
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If you are looking for even MORE easy spring themed kid craft ideas, be sure to check out these fun posts listed below:
- Tissue Paper Carrot
- Popsicle Stick Sunshine
- Popsicle Stick Easter Friends
- Tissue Paper Rainbow
- Rainbow Unicorn Cloud
- Cupcake Liner Bunnies
- Paper Bag Bunny Puppet
- Handprint Rain Cloud
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