Everyone loves SIMPLE and that’s exactly what today’s Paper Handprint Ladybug kid craft idea w/free printable is!!!

No need to be an extra crafty or extremely creative mom to pull together this DIY idea today! All you need is a printer, cardstock and some black buttons to make it happen!

Plus with the handprint wings element on this paper ladybug kid craft idea, this makes for an awesome keepsake as well! I promise it won’t take a lifetime to make either!!!

So what are you waiting for? Let’s “flap” our wings and make it happen! Find the full tutorial and FREE download link below!!! Happy crafting, my friends! Don’t forget to share pictures with us on your various social media sites! We LOVE seeing the inspiration come to life! #gluedtomycrafts

Paper Handprint Ladybug Supplies:

* Free Ladybug Template Printable {download HERE}
* White Cardstock
* Color Printer
* Red Colored Cardstock
* Marker or Pencil
* Paper Scissors
* School Glue
* Small Black Buttons
* Small Wiggle Eyes
optional – embellishments like glitter glue, glitter, rhinestones etc.

Directions:

* First download the Ladybug Printable.
* Find the file on your computer. Print in color on a single sheet of white cardstock {or any color you like!}
* Grab your red cardstock, marker and scissors.
* Trace your child’s hands on the cardstock and trim out.
* Discard remaining cardstock.
* Go ahead and now glue the handprint cutouts to the center of the printable to create his wings.
* To finish your Handprint Ladybug kid craft, have children glue on wiggle eyes, as well as the black buttons to the wings to complete the look.
* Add other embellishments you see fit, as well as having children sign the bottom.
* Then display/gift proudly!
* Don’t forget to share pictures of your beautiful paper ladybug w/handprints creations with us on Facebook!

You can also change this up by doing your handprints with red craft paint instead!!! So many ideas on how to take this craft to the next level and we hope the inspiration started right here on Glued To My Crafts! :-)

But wait – don’t click away so fast! Before you go, we want YOU to keep the crafty fun going. Come check out our Paper Handprint Fish – Kid Craft post and recreate it with your child today, as well!