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!!!
Apple Craft Idea Made From Popsicle Sticks
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! Don’t forget to share pictures of your creations with us! You can ALWAYS tag us on Facebook or Instagram for easy sharing! I can’t wait to see what you make with your little crafter today! #gluedtomycrafts
PAIR YOUR SMILING APPLE FRIENDS WITH —> Paper Plate & Tissue Paper Apple
Craft Supplies:
- Jumbo Popsicle Sticks {9 per apple friend craft}
- School Glue
- Red or Green Craft Paint
- Paint Brushes
- Scissors
- Brown Cardstock Paper
- Green Cardstock Paper
- 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!!!
PAIR YOUR FINISHED CRAFT WITH OUR —> Apple Scented Playdough Recipe
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
Popsicle Stick Apple Pie Slice
Apple Stamped Mason Jar Jam
Tissue Paper Apple
Handprint Tree Canvas
Craft Felt Apple Trees
Paper Plate Candy Apples
A is for Apple Craft
Popsicle Stick Apple Friends
Tools:
- 1 Scissors
Instructions:
- 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!!!