This apple paper plate and felt craft project is one of our favorites for the season, as it combines a bit of everything.
Plus, when all is said and done, you’ll have an adorable decoration or keepsake made by the kiddos!
So grab some supplies (all can be found easily at home) and join us in making these wonderful apples together.
Craft Felt & Paper Plate Apple
Fall is officially here and apples are commonly associated with this time of year. With all that being said – that’s exactly what inspired this simple Paper Plate Felt Covered Apple craft idea!
It’s a simple cut and paste craft that is beautiful on a small budget and fun for children of ALL ages. Teachers can even use this idea in a classroom setting and later turn them into decor for a back-to-school bulletin board!
Whatever you decide to do with your finished apple craft, I hope you enjoyed making it with your little one today! Happy crafting, my friends!
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Looking for a fun and easy craft idea for kids? This Paper Plate & Felt Apple craft is perfect for young ones!
Craft Supplies:
- Thick, Felt Glue
- Craft Felt (red, green & brown)
- Large Paper Plate
- Black Sharpie Marker
- Stapler
- Scissors
Directions:
- First grab your red felt and scissors.
- Go ahead and have children cut the felt into 1 inch wide stripes, then into one inch squares. Remember the squares don’t have to be perfect. Set those aside for now.
- Take your glue and put a good amount all over the rim of the paper plate. Leave the inside of the paper plate blank.
- Now grab your red felt squares and place them on top of the glue, until the rim of the paper plate is completely covered. Set aside.
- While the red felt squares are drying on the paper plate, grab your green and brown felt.
- Go ahead and cut a simple stem shape from the brown felt.
- Then trace and cut out a handprint leaf from the green.
- Grab your paper plate and staple on the stem handprint felt piece to it.
- The final step is to take your black marker and draw small “seeds” in the center of the paper plate . Then display your apple craft proudly!!!
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