Inspired by fall and our love of crafty things, these Popsicle Stick Apple Friends are sure to be the BEST pick out of the orchard!!! #gluedtomycrafts

Using inexpensive materials like jumbo popsicle sticks, cardstock and craft paint – this kid friendly activity is perfect for pretend play and/or fall decorations!

So what are you waiting for?! Let the FUN begin!!! Find the full tutorial below for our Apple Friends and let’s create some one-of-a-kind “crisp” crafty pieces today!!!

Happy crafting, my friends!!! #gluedtomycrafts

Popsicle Stick Apple Friends Supplies:

* Jumbo Popsicle Sticks {9 per apple friend craft}
* School Glue
* Red/Green Craft Paint
* Paint Brushes
* Scissors
* Brown/Green Cardstock
* Tulip Puffy Paint {pink/black}

Directions:

* First assemble the base of your apple by gluing your popsicle sticks together to look like a fence {7 next to each and two across} Set aside to let it dry completely. Repeat for each apple you want to make.
* Next have children paint the front of their popsicle stick shapes completely red or green. Set aside.
* Next cut out a green leaf and brown stem from your cardstock. Glue those to the front of the popsicle stick design in their designated spot.
* Finish off by grabbing your Tulip Puffy Paint {our affiliate link is in the supply list} and draw on a face with pink/black.
* Then let it all dry completely before displaying/playing with proudly!!!

We are full of crafty surprises!

If you are looking for even MORE easy-peasy fall themed kid crafts I’ve shared on the Glued To My Crafts blog in the past, be sure to check out these fan-favorite posts:

Popsicle Stick Apple Trees – Kid Craft
Popsicle Stick Apple Pie Slice – Kid Craft
Apple Stamped Mason Jar Jam – Kid Craft
Tissue Paper Apple {Kid Craft}
Handprint Tree {Kid Craft}