Inspired by the upcoming back-to-school season, today I present to you our super cute {and original to us} Popsicle Stick Crayon Friends kid craft idea!

It’s the perfect DIY activity to keep the kids busy during the first day of school back in the classroom and BEYOND! #gluedtomycrafts

Popsicle Stick Crayon Friends – Kid Craft

You know what the best part of this craft is? Kids can give their crayon friends ANY personality, color or style they like! It’s an inexpensive craft project that will allow kids to REALLY get those creative juices flowing as they make a crayon friend out of craft sticks!

So what are you waiting for?! We’ve made it easy for you and your child, to make some COLORFUL crafty friends within minutes! This idea can also be paired with the children’s book “Pete The Cat: Crayons Rock.” by James Dean.

I won’t delay you anymore! Find all the details and simple supply list below!

Happy crafting my dear friends! Please don’t forget to share pictures of your child’s finished crayon puppets made popsicle sticks, on our Facebook page or tag us on Instagram to admire. I can’t wait to see what color their choose for their craft stick crayon FRIEND! #gluedtomycrafts

PAIR YOUR CRAYON CRAFT WITH —> Popsicle Stick Pete The Cat Puppet

Craft Stick Crayon Friends Supplies:

* Jumbo Popsicle Sticks {3 per crayon craft}
* Mini Popsicle Sticks {2 per crayon craft}
* Small Paper Plate
* Craft Paint {in any color you like!}
* Paint Brushes
* Colored Cardstock Paper
* Large Wiggle Eyes {2 per crayon craft}
* School Glue
* Scissors

Directions:

* First assemble the base of your crayon friend by gluing your popsicle sticks together to look like a fence {3 jumbo next to each and two mini across}
* Set aside to let it dry completely.
* Now grab your paint, paint brush and popsicle stick base. Have children paint the front of it any color they like, while you cut out a crayon “tip” from the cardstock.
* To finish off the Popsicle Stick Crayons craft, have children glue the cardstock piece to the popsicle stick design, along with drawing on a face with the remaining paint.
* When done decorating your popsicle stick shape, set it aside to let everything dry completely.
* Then display proudly and read a book afterwards in honor!

PAIR YOUR POPSICLE STICK CRAYON CRAFT WITH —> Have A Colorful Valentine’s Day – Gift Idea & Free Printable

Love this popsicle stick crayon craft idea – of course you do! Then be sure to check out our Handprint Crayon tutorial. Another fun idea for the back-to-school season, that pairs along perfectly!!!