Are you looking for a fun craft to try with your little one? Or need an activity to keep the kids entertained and engaged in something creative, without breaking the bank or being overly complicated? Look no further!
This cupcake liner seahorse craft is not only easy and affordable but also extremely enjoyable for kids of all ages.
Seahorse Cupcake Liner Craft
Inspired by the ocean, the Eric Carle book and the first day of summer – today I present to you our Cupcake Liner Seahorse kids craft idea!
With so many ways to customize this preschool seahorse craft idea, it’s sure to be a real winner in anyone’s book!
So what are you waiting for? Let’s grab our craft supplies, follow the step by step cupcake liner seahorse tutorial below and get to work. Don’t forget to raid your local library so you have some ocean themed books to read in honor of your new adorable seahorse craft creations!
Happy crafting my friends! Don’t forget to share pictures of your child’s paper seahorse creations on our Facebook page! #gluedtomycrafts
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Make crafting with your kiddos a breeze this weekend with this adorably easy cupcake liner seahorse project! Perfect for any age and skill level, you’ll love seeing the magical creations your little ones come up with.
Craft Supplies:
- Mini or Large Cupcake Liners
- Cardstock Paper
- Glue Stick
- Small Wiggle Eyes
- Sharpie Markers
Directions:
- First take your cupcake liner {one per seahorse} and flatten it out. Typically you can get TWO cupcake liner seahorses on ONE piece of paper.
- Next have children fold them in half to create the bodies and glue down {in various spots} onto a single sheet of cardstock. This step may take some extra effort but it’s super easy for kids to do.
- Once the cupcake liners are down, grab your cardstock and scissors.
- Go ahead and cut out a head, tail and fin to give your seahorse a one-of-a-kind look!
- To finish off – glue those cardstock pieces in place to complete each seahorse.
- Then add other embellishments you see fit and display proudly!
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And “if” you decide to make our Cupcake Liner Seahorse kid craft, 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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Cupcake Liner Seahorse Craft Idea For Kids
Here’s your checklist of supplies to bring this craft to life:
Prepare your creative haven by laying down a protective cover before the crafting magic begins!
Directions:
- First take your cupcake liner {one per seahorse} and flatten it out. Typically you can get TWO cupcake liner seahorses on ONE piece of paper.Cupcake Liners
- Next have children fold them in half to create the bodies and glue down {in various spots} onto a single sheet of cardstock. This step may take some extra effort but it’s super easy for kids to do.Cardstock Paper
- Once the cupcake liners are down, grab your cardstock and scissors.
- Go ahead and cut out a head, tail and fin to give your seahorse a one-of-a-kind look!
- To finish off – glue those cardstock pieces in place to complete each seahorse.
- Then add other embellishments you see fit and display proudly!Small Wiggle Eyes
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