Speedy Paper Plate Race Cars – Craft Idea For Racing Fans

Beep! Beep! Are you or a close family member, fans of racing or cars?

If you are – you are in the right place because today’s Paper Plate Race Cars kid craft idea is PERFECT for race fans to create and show off with a “pit stop” in your crafty stash!

This race day themed kid craft is completely customizable when it comes to the colors and of course – it’s super easy, inexpensive and fun for children of all ages as well {just how we like it around here!!!}

These fast cars don’t require fancy tools OR a big wallet either! It’s just plain ole’ simple crafty fun that will keep the little ones excited and busy during the main event! Did I mention these creative pieces make for awesome party decor as well?!

So what are you waiting for? Let’s rev up those engines, grab our craft supplies and “vroom” on by to crafting these up! Happy crafting and watching the races, my friends! Don’t forget to share pictures of your tissue paper covered races cars on our Facebook page to admire from a far! I bet they going to look super cool and so fast! #gluedtomycrafts

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Race Car Craft Supplies:

* Small or Large Paper Plates – one makes TWO race car crafts at once
* Various Colors of Tissue Paper
* Colored Cardstock Paper {we used black/white}
* Basic Craft Scissors
* Hand-Held Office Stapler
* School Glue
* Craft Glitter or Glitter Glue
* Race Car Stickers and Embellishments

Rev Up Your Engine Directions:

* First things first – grab your paper plate and scissors.
* Cut it in half, straight up the center to make TWO equal pieces. This will make two race car crafts.
* Next cut a small section out of each paper plate, to give a more defined “car” look {please see my picture for example}
* Now you are ready for paint! Have children cover their paper plate pieces with any color of tissue paper squares they like. This is where the customization part really comes into play!
* While children are working on that, go ahead and grab your colored cardstock paper.
* Cut out two wheels per car, as well a window, light and any other pieces you might like.
* To finish off the Paper Plate Race Cars, glue/staple the cardstock pieces in place on the painted paper plate, as well as race numbers, stickers and glitter glue.
* Then allow the race cars to dry completely before you display and/or show them off proudly!

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Speedy Paper Plate Race Cars

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Today's Paper Plate Race Cars kid craft idea is PERFECT for race fans to create and show off with a "pit stop" at Walmart!

Supplies:

• Small or Large Paper Plates - one makes TWO race car crafts at once
• Various Colors of Tissue Paper
• Colored Cardstock Paper
• Basic Craft Scissors
• Hand-Held Office Stapler
• School Glue
• Craft Glitter or Glitter Glue
• Race Car Stickers and Embellishments

Instructions:

• First things first - grab your paper plate and scissors.
• Cut it in half, straight up the center to make TWO equal pieces. This will make two race car crafts.
• Next cut a small section out of each paper plate, to give a more defined "car" look {please see my picture for example}
• Now you are ready for paint! Have children cover their paper plate pieces with any color of tissue paper squares they like. This is where the customization part really comes into play!
• While children are working on that, go ahead and grab your colored cardstock paper.
• Cut out two wheels per car, as well a window, light and any other pieces you might like.
• To finish off the Paper Plate Race Cars, glue/staple the cardstock pieces in place on the painted paper plate, as well as race numbers, stickers and glitter glue.
• Then allow the race cars to dry completely before you display and/or show them off proudly!

So what do you think? Are you going to be making this simple Paper Plate Race Cars kid craft with your little ones soon? I sure hope so! Let me know what your race day plans are in the comments below. I LOVE to hear who we have inspired today!!!

We also have our popsicle stick version for you to check out today, as well! #gluedtomycrafts