If you have been a long time reader of Glued To My Crafts, you might already know that I like to think “outside” the box when it comes to kid crafts.

I like to come up with ideas that NO ONE has done before and it gives me quite a thrill to do so!

So let introduce to YOU to our Pipe Cleaner Popsicles kid craft idea. It all stemmed from a recent trip to Michaels and a poll I conducted with my Facebook friends.

After several “failed” attempts, I’m finally confident in the finished piece and I hope it inspires you!

Please remember – to make this craft work, you will need TONS of Tacky Glue to make it work. However – I think you’ll be surprised with your masterpiece afterwards! They make for great pretend play pieces and even summer decor!

Happy crafting, my friends! Don’t let idea melt away!!

Pipe Cleaner Popsicles Supplies:

* Pipe Cleaners {about 8-10 per crafts}
* Scissors
* Jumbo Popsicle Sticks {4 per craft}
* Mini Popsicle Sticks {2 per craft}
* Tacky Glue
* White Cardstock

Directions:

* First assemble your popsicle sticks for the base of the craft. Take THREE jumbo popsicle sticks {out of the four} and lay them next to each other. Finish off with the two mini popsicle sticks, going the opposite direction, to create a fence. The final step in building the base, is to glue the remaining jumbo stick on top of the first piece, to give the look of a popsicle. See our picture for example.
* Be sure to place your popsicle stick base in an undisturbed area so it can dry completely.
* Now grab your pipe cleaners. Cut them in half.
* Once your base is dry go ahead and glue your pipe cleaner pieces on.
* Finish off your Pipe Cleaner Popsicles by cutting out small “slits” from the white cardstock and gluing them on. Then leave as is OR add other embellishments like glitter, puffy paint etc.

Love this idea? Be sure to also check out our Handprint Ice Cream tutorial! Another idea perfect for summer vacation!!!