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Super FAST Popsicle Stick Race Car Tutorial

Zoom! Zoom! Are you or a close family member fans of racing?

Are you a crafty mom looking for ideas to keep the little ones busy during the upcoming race day event?

If you are – you are in the right place because today’s Popsicle Stick Race Cars kid craft idea is PERFECT for race fans to create and show off with a “pit stop” on the craft table!

This race day themed kid craft is completely customizable when it comes to the colors and of course – it’s super easy, inexpensive and fun for all ages as well! These cars don’t require fancy tools OR a big wallet either. It’s just plain ole’ simple crafty fun that will keep the little ones excited and busy during the main event! Did I mention they also make for awesome decor as well?!

So what are you waiting for? Rev up those engines, grab those craft supplies and “vroom” on by to crafting these up! Be sure to also check out the bottom of this post to see another RACING themed kids craft tutorials from us, as well! Then come share pictures of both on our Facebook page to admire from a far! Happy crafting and may the fastest car win! #gluedtomycrafts

PAIR YOUR RACE CAR CRAFT WITH —> Racing Cars Inspired Slime For Kids

Race Car Craft Supplies:

* Jumbo Popsicle Sticks {3 per race car}
* Mini Popsicle Sticks {2 per race car}
* Small Circle Punch
* Various Colors of Craft Paint
* Paint Brushes
* Small Paper Plate
* Colored Cardstock Paper {we used white and black}
* Basic Craft Scissors
* School Glue
* Race Car Stickers and Embellishments

Directions:

* Grab THREE jumbo popsicle sticks and TWO mini sized ones.
* Lay the three popsicle sticks next to each other, one by one, on a flat surface.
* Now grab your other two mini popsicle sticks and glue them the other direction to create a fence.
* Once all the popsicle sticks are glued together, set aside to let it all dry completely.
* Repeat for each car you want to make.
* When dry have children paint the front of their popsicle stick shape however they like, while you cut out some wheels & other car features from the cardstock.
* To finish off the Popsicle Stick Race Cars, glue the cardstock pieces in place on the popsicle stick frame, as well as any other embellishments you see fit {think rhinestones, glitter, race car themed stickers}
* Then display or show off proudly!
* Don’t forget to share pictures of your craft stick race cars with us! #gluedtomycrafts

PAIR YOUR WOOD RACE CARS WITH —> Popsicle Stick Lightning McQueen & Cruz Ramirez

So what do you think? Are you going to be making this speedy and super fast Popsicle Stick Race Cars kid craft with your little ones soon? I sure hope so! Let me know what your race day plans are in the comments below. I LOVE to hear who we have inspired today!!!

Also – be sure to check out our paper plate race car version as well! Then pair them together for an epic day!

Popsicle Stick Food Truck

I took food themed toothpicks from Target and came up with this Popsicle Stick Food Truck kid craft tutorial.

Popsicle Stick Race Cars

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Instructions:

Grab THREE jumbo popsicle sticks and TWO mini sized ones.
Lay the three popsicle sticks next to each other, one by one, on a flat surface.
Now grab your other two mini popsicle sticks and glue them the other direction to create a fence.
Once all the popsicle sticks are glued together, set aside to let it all dry completely.
Repeat for each car you want to make.
When dry have children paint the front of their popsicle stick shape however they like, while you cut out some wheels & other car features from the cardstock.
To finish off the Popsicle Stick Race Cars, glue the cardstock pieces in place on the popsicle stick frame, as well as any other embellishments you see fit {think rhinestones, glitter, race car themed stickers}
Then display or show off proudly!
Don't forget to share pictures of your craft stick race cars with us! #gluedtomycrafts

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