Looking for a fun and easy craft project for the kids? Look no further than this super easy paper plate unicorn craft! It’s an art project idea that sparkles ALL YEAR long!
Unicorn Made From A Paper Plate
Are you looking for a fun and easy craft to do with the kids this weekend? Look no further! This paper plate unicorn craft is just the thing you need to keep everyone entertained.
Not only is it lighthearted, creative and fun craft but it also teaches essential skills like gluing, cutting and painting – perfect for those moms looking to reinforce skill development in their children. Plus, since all the materials are inexpensive (you probably have them already!) and readily available at your local store or online – no special trip necessary!
Whether you’re a teacher who wants an enjoyable break from course work or a mom trying to engage her little ones at home – this super simple paper plate white unicorn craft is exactly what you need.
So on that note, let’s get started crafting these adorable unicorns together! Just keep on scrolling for the FULL tutorial from us! Happy crafting, my friends!
PAIR YOUR UNICORN PAPER PLATE CRAFT WITH —> Paint Splat Unicorn
Some days you just need a little bit of glitter and a whole lot of unicorn love!
Craft Supplies:
- Large Paper Plate – one plate makes TWO unicorns at once
- Basic Craft Scissors
- White Cardstock Paper
- Gold Cardstock paper
- School Glue
- Hand-Held Stapler
- Colored Markers
- Loose Multi-Colored Craft Glitter
- optional materials – Tulip Puffy Paint
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Directions:
- First cut your paper plate in half. This will make TWO paper plate unicorns.
- Cut out the center of your two halves, leaving the rim {aka – the unicorn bodies.}
- Now grab your white cardstock paper.
- Cut out a head and tail for each unicorn.
- Go ahead and decorate those pieces however you like. Don’t forget to give your unicorn beautiful eyelash eyes! {I used the Tulip Puffy Paint and glitter on the tail but you can also use markers, glitter glue, paint etc. on this step!}
- Next grab your gold paper.
- Cut out a horn for each unicorn. Glue it to the head piece.
- Set aside to let it dry completely.
- To finish off the unicorn paper plate craft, have children staple/glue their cardstock pieces to the paper plate.
- Finally, draw on “hoofs” with a marker on rim of the decorated paper plate piece.
- At this point in time you can also add other embellishments you see fit.
- Then display proudly for all to see!!!
PAIR YOUR PAPER PLATE CRAFT WITH —> Craft Foam Heart Unicorn
Be sure to check out our Christmas version of this particular kid craft post for another idea of how to “dress” these pieces up! #gluedtomycrafts
Paper Plate Unicorn
Instructions:
- First cut your paper plate in half. This will make TWO paper plate unicorns.
- Cut out the center of your two halves, leaving the rim {aka - the unicorn bodies.}
- Now grab your white cardstock paper.
- Cut out a head and tail for each unicorn.
- Go ahead and decorate those pieces however you like. Don't forget to give your unicorn beautiful eyelash eyes! {I used the Tulip Puffy Paint and glitter on the tail but you can also use markers, glitter glue, paint etc. on this step!}
- Next grab your gold paper.
- Cut out a horn for each unicorn. Glue it to the head piece.
- Set aside to let it dry completely.
- To finish off the unicorn craft, have children staple/glue their cardstock pieces to the paper plate.
- Finally, draw on "hoofs" with a marker on rim of the decorated paper plate piece.
- At this point in time you can also add other embellishments you see fit.
- Then display proudly for all to see!!!
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