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

Prehaps you are a crafty mom looking for ideas to keep the little ones busy during the upcoming Ford Ecoboost 400 in Miami on November 20th?

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!

Supplies:

* Small Paper Plate
* Various Colors of Craft Paint
* Paint Brushes
* Colored Cardstock {we used black/white}
* Scissors
* Stapler
* School Glue
* Glitter
* Race Car Stickers and Embellishments

Directions:

* First grab a paper plate. Cut it in half. 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 paint their paper plate pieces however 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. Cut out two wheels per car, as well a window and a fun spoiler for the back of each race car.
* To finish off the Paper Plate Race Cars, glue/staple the cardstock pieces in place on the painted paper plate, as well as any other embellishments you see fit {think rhinestones, glitter, race car themed stickers} Then display or show 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!!!