Calling all my crafty friends! Need a last minute craft idea for Christmas or perhaps something for winter? Well look no further because today’s kid friendly activity is extra special just for YOU!

Not only is our Popsicle Stick Bell {Kid Craft} super simple and fun for all ages – but it also goes along PERFECTLY with the wacky {but super fun} book There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Bell! {affiliate link} by Lucille Colandro.

A wacky new Christmas version of the classic “There Was an Old Lady” song!

This time, the hungry old lady swallows a bell, bows, gifts, a sack, a sleigh, and some reindeer! She’s about to swallow a candy cane for dessert, when she hears a jolly “Ho! Ho! Ho!” Santa Claus is waiting for a ride! Watch what happens when she whistles, with amazing results!

With rhyming text and funny illustrations, this lively version of a classic song will appeal to young readers with every turn of the page–a fun story for Christmastime!

This is a wonderful companion to Colandro and Lee’s other Old Lady books!

So why does the old lady swallow a bell? Well – you will have to read the book to find out and celebrate with our craft afterwards! Happy crafting my friends! #gluedtomycrafts

Popsicle Stick Bell Supplies:

* Jumbo Popsicle Sticks {3 per bell}
* School Glue
* Cardstock {we used gold}
* Scissors
* String
* Small Bell
optional – rhinestones, glitter, craft paint etc.

Directions:

* First grab three popsicle sticks {three per bell} and glue them together to look like a triangle. Set aside to let it dry completely. Repeat. At this point in time, children can also paint their “bell” if they like!
* While those are drying, grab your cardstock paper and cut a triangular shape that will be placed within the popsicle stick design. At this time, you should also cut out a “loop” for the bell to hang from, as well as cutting a piece of string and stringing your bell on it.
* To finish off the Popsicle Stick Bell – have children glue their paper pieces in place, as well as gluing the bell piece in place. Then add other embellishments they see fit to complete the look. Once done, set aside to let it dry completely before displaying proudly!

Now don’t let the crafty fun stop here!!! Come check out our Egg Carton Bells {Kid Craft} and Popsicle Stick Christmas Trains – Kid Craft tutorials, as well! #gluedtomycrafts