This fun and easy Tin Can Man craft is perfect for kids of all ages! All you need are some popsicle sticks, aluminum foil, and a little bit of imagination.
Tin Can Man Made From Craft Sticks
It all started with a classic tale…. and then I was inspired to share my version of a Popsicle Stick Tin Can Man kid craft idea with you all!
With today’s Craft Stick Tin Can Man art project idea, we are honoring a beloved classic story that pretty much everyone knows about! The Wizard of Oz!
So what are you waiting for? Let’s spark some imagination with this DIY kid friendly craft idea and read the book in honor of it too {affiliate link on Amazon to book} Then give the tin man a real heart with the simple steps you will find below in our tutorial! Happy crafting my friends!!
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This fun and easy tin man craft is perfect for kids of all ages! All you need are some popsicle sticks, aluminum foil, and a little bit of imagination to bring him to life today!
Craft Supplies:
- Jumbo Popsicle Sticks
- Gray/Silver Craft Paint
- Foam Paint Brush
- School Glue
- Aluminum Foil
- White Cardstock Paper
- Black Cardstock Paper
- Pink Cardstock Paper
- Basic Craft Scissors
Directions:
- First assemble the base of your tin can man by gluing your popsicle sticks together to look like a fence {7 next to each and two across.}
- Set aside to let it dry completely.
- Repeat for each tin man craft you want to make today.
- Next have children paint the front of their popsicle stick shape completely gray.
- Set aside to let it dry.
- Now grab your aluminum foil, cardstock paper sheets and scissors.
- Cut out embellishments to give him life!
- To finish off the Wizard of Oz craft, have children glue their cut out pieces to the front of the popsicle stick design.
- Then either decorate with glitter, rhinestones or even more craft paint before displaying proudly!!!
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If you are looking for even MORE fun kids craft ideas from Glued To My Crafts, to pair along with today’s Popsicle Stick Tin Can Man craft tutorial, be sure to check out our Tin Can Bunny and Tin Can Apple craft posts!
And as always, if you do decide to make any of our craft projects – tag us on Instagram with #gluedtomycrafts, so we can see our inspiration come to life!

Popsicle Stick Tin Can Man
- Cardstock Paper
- 9 Jumbo Popsicle Sticks
- Gray Craft Paint
- Aluminum Foil
Instructions
- First assemble the base of your tin can man by gluing your popsicle sticks together to look like a fence {7 next to each and 2 across}
- Set aside to let it dry completely.
- Repeat for each tin man craft you want to make today.
- Next have children paint the front of their popsicle stick shape completely gray.
- Set aside to let it dry.
- Now grab your aluminum foil, cardstock and scissors.
- Cut out embellishments to give him life!
- To finish off the Wizard of Oz craft, have children glue their cut out pieces to the front of the popsicle stick design.
- Then either decorate with glitter, rhinestones or even more craft paint before displaying proudly!!!