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Handprint Cat Whiskers Keepsake Craft

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A cat face craft featuring handprint cat whiskers, googly eyes, a pink nose, and a simple mouth on a white background with a red, gold-dotted surface. Text reads Handprint Whiskers Craft.

Cat Whiskers Handprint Keepsake

Today’s latest and greatest tutorial from Glued To My Crafts is for the cat lovers in your life! I present to YOU our Handprint Cat Whiskers Keepsake craft idea!

It’s the perfect excuse to get messy with the kids AND make an adorable crafty piece that is sure to be loved!

In this post, I’ve included a gender-neutral printable template, so all you need to do is print the file, grab some craft paint and have your children add their handprint to complete the cat themed craft. It’s so simple, you have NO excuse NOT to do it!

So what are you waiting for? Go ahead and grab the FREE file below & get to work on making a one-of-a-kind Handprint Cat Piece today. Then place finished pieces in a beautiful frame or in a scrapbook to enjoy for years to come. Whatever you do with it – I hope you enjoy making this paper cat themed craft with your child today!

Happy crafting, my friends! Don’t forget to share pictures of your child’s paper feline friend with us on our Facebook page! #gluedtomycrafts

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Handprint Cat Whiskers Keepsake Idea For Kids

For the cat lovers in your life! Today I present to YOU our Handprint Cat Whiskers craft idea! Just download, print and recreate with your kiddo!

Craft Supplies:

Directions:

  • First grab the FREE blank cat head template printable, that is listed above in the supply list.
  • Print it out, in color, on a single sheet of white cardstock paper {or any color you like!}
  • Grab your craft paint.
  • Squirt it on the paper plate.
  • One by one, use the foam paint brush to paint the palms of your child’s hands completely gray and press it on the cat printable to represent the whiskers.
  • Use the baby wipes to clean off excess paint from their hands {along with a quick trip to the sink!}
  • When ready, glue on the wiggle eyes & draw on facial features with markers to give the cat life.
  • Add other embellishments you see fit, as well as having children sign the bottom.
  • Set aside to let it dry completely.
  • Then display/gift proudly!

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A cute cat face drawing with handprint cat whiskers, gray handprints for cheeks, googly eyes, and a pink nose, surrounded by heart and flower decorations on a colorful background. @GLUEDTOMYCRAFTS is labeled at the bottom.A children's book titled The Little Kitten lies behind a handmade card featuring handprint cat whiskers, googly eyes, and a pink nose. The card rests on patterned paper with a @GLUEDTOMYCRAFTS label.

Do you love this unique handprint cat whiskers kids craft idea? Be sure to check out our Black Cat In Pumpkin craft post! It’s perfect to make in honor of Halloween!

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