My readers are simple FLA-MAZING!

So because of that, I’m sharing our latest “handprint keepsake printable” and it’s a flamingo themed one!

Perfect to make this summer in the comfort of your own home!!! #gluedtomycrafts

“FLA-MAZING” Flamingo Keepsake Craft

Not only is it great to make during the summer break BUT it’s also a great flamingo gift idea to make for someone AMAZING in your life!

When done creating your “fla-mazing” keepsake piece, slip in a frame for displaying or 12×12 scrapbook album for safe keeping. You could even mail it in a flat envelope!!

And because Glued To My Crafts LOVES their readers, the downloadable file below, is completely FREE to you! Just download it below and add a handprint for the body of the “flamingo” in the center of the cardstock paper and finish off with painted embellishments to bring it to life!

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PAIR YOUR PINK FLAMINGO CRAFT WITH —> Popsicle Stick Leopard Puppet

Time to get crafty! This #FLA-mazing handprint flamingo keepsake is the perfect summertime activity for kids!

Craft Supplies:

Free Template Printable {GRAB IT ON BOX.COM}
White Cardstock Paper
Color Printer
WASHABLE Pink Craft Paint
Black Craft Paint
Foam Paint Brush
Small Paint Brush
Paper Plate
Baby Wipes
optional materials – embellishments like glitter, rhinestones etc.

Directions:

First grab the FREE Flamingo Themed printable that is listed above in the supply list.
Print it out, in color, on a single sheet of white cardstock paper.
Next grab your pink craft paint and paper plate.
Squirt some paint on the paper plate.
Pick a hand – any hand! Paint your child’s hand completely with the craft paint and press it in the center of the printable to create the body of the flamingo.
Use baby wipes to remove the excess paint off their hand.
If desired, add some loose craft glitter on top of the wet handprint design on the white cardstock paper, for a more fun look!
Then set it aside to let it dry completely before you paint on a flamingo neck/head and beak.
Add other embellishments you see fit, as well as having children sign the bottom. Then display/gift proudly!

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Don’t forget to also check out our I “RUFF” You, Handprint Lion and Handprint “Dino-Mite” keepsake craft posts for even more FREE printables from Glued To My Crafts! Both of which would pair nicely with today’s flamingo kids craft idea – hint hint! #gluedtomycrafts

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Handprint Flamingo Keepsake

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Instructions:

First print out our provided printable, in color, on a single sheet of white cardstock paper. You only need one print per craft.
Next grab your pink craft paint and paper plate.
Squirt some paint on the paper plate.
Pick a hand - any hand! Paint your child's hand completely with the craft paint and press it in the center of the printable to create the body of the flamingo.
Use baby wipes to remove the excess paint off their hand.
If desired, add some loose craft glitter on top of the wet handprint design on the white cardstock paper, for a more fun look!
Then set it aside to let it dry completely before you paint on a flamingo neck/head and beak.
Add other embellishments you see fit, as well as having children sign the bottom. Then display/gift proudly!

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