Need a craft idea for kids? Try this simple & fun wood scoop stick leaf elf craft that will keep your little ones entertained! All you need is a few supplies to get started.
Autumn is a magical time of year, filled with vibrant colors, crisp air, and endless opportunities for creativity. One charming way to capture the spirit of fall is through crafting.
In this blog post, we will guide you through creating an adorable “leaf elves” using craft sticks and decorative leaves from the craft store.
It’s a delightful project that’s perfect for kids to make this season. Not only is this craft fun and engaging, but it also helps children develop their fine motor skills and spark their imagination!
Get the kids ready for some fun and creativity this weekend with this fun craft idea! Have them make their own Wood Scoop Stick Leaf Elves with a few simple supplies and watch their imaginations take flight!
Craft Supplies:
- Wooden Scoop Sticks
- Plastic Leaves
- School Glue
- Scissors
- Cardstock Paper
- Paint Pens or Markers
- optional – raffia, rhinestones, glitter glue
Directions:
- First have children paint or draw on a face, hair or anything else they like on their wooden scoop stick.
- Now grab your colored cardstock and scissors.
- Cut out a small triangular hat for each scoop stick elf you want to make.
- To finish off the Leaf Gnome Elf Puppet – glue on a plastic decor leaf to the center of the scoop stick {this is the elf’s outfit} along with the cardstock hats.
- At this point, children can also add even more embellishments {like raffia ribbon, glitter, rhinestones} that they see fit to really make it their own.
- Remember – you can also add some long yarn or cardstock hair too!
- Once finished, let it dry completely and display proudly!
Book Pairings:
Here are a few suggestions for books that complement our craft idea. You can purchase them via our affiliate links on Amazon.
- Sweep by Louise Greig
- The Leaf Thief by Alice Hemming
- Fletcher and the Falling Leaves by Julia Rawlinson
- Pete the Cat Falling for Autumn by James Dean
- We’re Going on a Leaf Hunt by Steve Metzger
- Sweep by Louise Greig
- The Fall Fairy Gathering by Liza Gardner
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If you are looking for even more fall themed kid crafts, be sure to check out the fun posts listed below.
And if you decide to make today’s Scoop Stick Leaf Elves or any of our inspiring crafts found on the blog – be sure to share a picture on our Facebook page for all of us to see!
- Paper Plate Leaf Turkey
- Paper Plate Fall Tree
- Toilet Paper Roll Corn Cob
- Leaf Owls On Paper
- Silly Leaf Hair
- Terra Cotta Pot Scarecrow
Wood Scoop Stick Leaf Elves
This DIY idea is super fun for the autumn season and completely customizable too! Use them for pretend play!
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