“F” is for Flamingo – Popsicle Stick Kid Craft Idea For Summer

“F” is for flamingo and today’s popsicle stick kid craft idea is the PERFECT way to reinforce that idea!

Inspired by my son {I’m trying to step up his letter recognition at home} today I’m sharing another kid friendly activity that is SUPER simple for kids and adults of all ages to pull together for some awesome craft time!

This Popsicle Stick Flamingo Kid Craft Idea is pretty easy AND completely customizable too! And it’s just that – an “F” that we turned into an adorable flamingo. Then decorate with various embellishments to really create a one-of-a-kind friend! Super fun – right?!

Now let’s grab our craft supplies and get to the step-by-step tutorial below!

Happy crafting, my friends!!! Don’t forget to share pictures of your craft stick flamingo creations on our Facebook wall to admire from afar! #gluedtomycrafts

PAIR OUR FLAMINGO CRAFT WITH —> Handmade Thumbprint Flamingo Cards – Kids Craft

Flamingo Craft Supplies:

* Jumbo Popsicle Sticks {1 per flamingo craft}
* Mini Popsicle Sticks {4 per flamingo craft}
* School Glue
* Pink Craft Paint
* Orange Craft Paint
* Paint Brushes
* Black Colored Cardstock Paper
* Paper Craft Scissors
* Large Wiggle Eyes {2 per flamingo craft}

Directions:

* First glue your popsicle sticks together to look like an “F.” See my picture above for an example.
* Set aside to let it dry completely. Repeat for each piece you want to make.
* Now it’s time for the paint! Paint the top of our newly made popsicle shape pink, while the bottom, orange. This will the be the body and legs of the flamingo.
* Next grab your scissors and cardstock. Cut out a nose/beak for your flamingo.
* To finish off your Craft Stick Flamingo kid craft – have children glue their cardstock piece, along with a wiggle eye, to their popsicle stick shape.
* Then let it all sit aside to let it dry completely before displaying proudly!!!

PAIR YOUR FINISHED CRAFT WITH OUR —> Thumbprint Dandelion Keepsake Printable

Be sure to also check out our ABC Roundup for even more letter inspired fun to recreate today!!! All of which would pair nicely with today’s craft stick flamingo post – hint hint! #gluedtomycrafts