Who doesn’t love hot chocolate? From snowy outdoor events to movie time on the couch with the family – it’s a seasonal warm tradition that everyone wants and enjoys this time of year!

With that being said – today I’m sharing a KID FRIENDLY hot cocoa kid craft idea that won’t burn, spill or make a BIG mess during your Christmas celebrations. In fact – it might even bring some extra crafty cheer your way today!

So what are you waiting for? Let’s grab our supplies and make an AWESOME {and completely customizable} Paper Plate Hot Cocoa Mug with the kids today!

Happy crafting my friends!!! #gluedtomycrafts

Paper Plate Hot Cocoa Mug Supplies:

* Large Paper Plate {one per craft}
* Brown Tissue Paper
* School Glue
* Craft Scissors
* Held-Held Office Stapler
* Craft Paint {any color you like!}
* Paint Brush
* White Pom Poms or Cotton Balls
* Colored Cardstock

Directions:

* First squirt some paint on the outer rim of the paper plate and have your child paint it completely. Set aside to let it dry completely.
* Next cut your brown tissue paper into small squares.
* Put some glue in the center of the painted plate and have your child place the tissue paper on top to represent the “hot cocoa.”
* To finish off the Paper Plate Hot Cocoa Mug, place some white pom pom “marshmallows” in the center, as we well as stapler a cardstock handle to one side.
* Then let it all dry completely before displaying proudly.

If you are looking for even MORE winter themed kid crafts, be sure to check out these fun posts. And “if” you decide to make this craft, please share a picture on our Facebook page for us to see. We love seeing our inspiration come to life!
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