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!!!

Supplies:

* Large Paper Plate
* Brown Tissue Paper
* School Glue
* Scissors
* Stapler
* Craft Paint
* Paint Brush
* White Pom Poms
* 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.

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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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