
When the weather is chilly and the mood gets festive, today’s Watercolor Fall Leaves tutorial is the type of project that you will want to keep the littles ones busy with!
Paper & Watercolor Leaf Craft Idea
Make your autumn days and holiday plans extra special with today’s watercolor painted craft post!
It’s simple, yet effective. No TWO DECORATIVE LEAF PIECES will be alike! With the free printable template I’ve included below, you are well on your way to pulling it together with ease and with simple arts and craft supplies!
Make one leaf – or a dozen! Then string them together for a simple fall themed banner or hang them on the window for decor! There is no wrong way to enjoy this handmade watercolor leaf craft idea.
So roll up your sleeves and join in on the watercolor painting fun too! Find the full tutorial and free leaf outline printable below!
Happy crafting, my friends! Don’t forget to share pictures of your beautiful watercolor fall leaves with us on our Facebook page! #gluedtomycrafts
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Let’s get creative! Get your family together and make these beautiful paper and watercolor leaf creations!
Craft Supplies:
- LEAF Printable – on our fall landing page
- White Cardstock Paper
- Color Printer
- Crayola Watercolor Pencils
- Small Paint Brush
- Small Dish w/tap water
- Paper Craft Scissors
- Gold Glitter Glue
- Extra Loose Craft Glitter
You can find ALL our favorite craft supplies via our AMAZON SHOP link!
Directions:
- First download and print the LEAF TEMPLATE LISTED ABOVE on a single sheet of white cardstock paper {or any color you like!}
- Next, if desired, you can cut the leaf template out with scissors before or after you paint them. Just food for thought – waiting to cut the leaf out after it’s painted, could leave you with less mess with little ones 🙂
- Now it’s time to paint! Let the kids go wide and paint their little hearts out! Remember – the more paint, the better!
- Set aside to let it dry when done.
- For added flair {and more crafty fun} have children add glitter glue or glitter around the edges of the painted watercolor leaves.
- Finally – display your hard work proudly!
- Don’t forget to share pictures with us as well! #gluedtomycrafts
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Do you love this idea? Be sure to also check out our Paper Plate Fall Tree or Fall Acorn Friend Puppets kid craft posts, so the crafty fun continues today!

Watercolor Fall Leaf Craft Idea