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Paper Plate Bearded Christmas Gnome

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My favorite part of this gnome craft is that you can change out the color of his hat to reflect your style!
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Two paper plate bearded Christmas gnome crafts with white beards, oval noses, and patterned hats (one gray with dots, one red plaid), surrounded by snowflake decorations on a dark background.

Hi ho, my dear crafty friends! Did you happen to catch our Popsicle Stick Gnome kid craft tutorial from the other day?

Well – continuing on with the fun theme of Christmas and gnomes smashed together, today I’m sharing an EASY Paper Plate Bearded Christmas Gnome craft!

Two paper plate bearded Christmas gnome crafts with white beards, oval noses, and patterned hats (one gray with dots, one red plaid), surrounded by snowflake decorations on a dark background.

This is such a fun and easy kids Christmas craft. And you can customize it to match your style by changing the color of his hat!

Like always and what you have learned to expect from Glued To My Crafts, the supply list for this paper Christmas gnome themed kid craft is really inexpensive and pretty easy to find. I bet you have most to all of them already in your house, so all you need to do is pull them out and create {so no excuses!}

My favorite part of this paper plate gnome craft is that you can easily change out the color of the gnome’s hat so he can reflect your style or maybe even holiday!

So what are you waiting for? Let’s make some adorable GNOMES together so we don’t end up on the naughty “crafter” list this year!  Make this easy craft for your child today!

Happy crafting, my friends! Don’t forget to share those crafty pictures of your finished paper plate Christmas gnomes with us on our Facebook page! #gluedtomycrafts

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Paper Plate Christmas Gnome

This easy kids craft is perfect for Christmastime. Get the little ones involved by letting them choose the colors of paper plates and hats to create their very own festive bearded gnome.

Craft Supplies:

  • Paper Plates
  • Scissors
  • Scrapbook Paper
  • Brown Cardstock Paper
  • School Glue
  • Stapler
  • Snowflake Stickers or Paper Punch

Directions:

  • First things first – the beard of the gnome. Go ahead and take your paper plate & cut it in half.
  • Keep one half for the craft today and save the other for another day {like for our Paper Plate Santa tutorial!}
  • Along the curved edge of the paper plate half cut small notches, that are really close together, until you get to the other side of the paper plate {make sure to not go all the way through the paper plate and accidently cut your plate in half} If your child needs help on this step and doesn’t know where to cut, you can draw some lines with a marker and have children cut each line.
  • When you are done cutting the paper plate and making his beard, curl a couple of the strips up and down to give it some texture and some flair. Set aside.
  • Now grab your choice of color in scrapbook paper.
  • Cut out a LARGE triangle from the scrapbook paper. This will be the Christmas gnome’s hat.
  • Next, out of the tan cardstock, cut out a large oval shape for his nose.
  • To finish off the Paper Plate Gnome craft, staple the triangle hat to the paper plate beard.
  • Follow that up by gluing the nose in place.
  • Add a few snowflake stickers or paper embellishments to the hat, to tie the winter theme together.
  • Then let it all dry completely before displaying proudly.
  • Don’t forget to share pictures with us on your various social media sites! I can’t wait to see how you gave your paper bearded gnome his own style and personality! #gluedtomycrafts

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Two paper plate bearded Christmas gnome crafts with white beards, oval noses, and patterned hats (one gray with dots, one red plaid), surrounded by snowflake decorations on a dark background.

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Two paper plate bearded Christmas gnome crafts with white beards, oval noses, and patterned hats (one gray with dots, one red plaid), surrounded by snowflake decorations on a dark background.
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Paper Plate Bearded Christmas Gnome

My favorite part of this gnome craft is that you can change out the color of his hat to reflect your style!

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Directions:

  • First things first - the beard of the gnome. Go ahead and take your paper plate & cut it in half.
  • Keep one half for the craft today and save the other for another day.
  • Along the curved edge of the paper plate half cut small notches, that are really close together, until you get to the other side of the paper plate {make sure to not go all the way through the paper plate and accidently cut your plate in half} If your child needs help on this step and doesn't know where to cut, you can draw some lines with a marker and have children cut each line.
  • When you are done cutting the paper plate and making his beard, curl a couple of the strips up and down to give it some texture and some flair. Set aside.
  • Now grab your choice of color in scrapbook paper.
  • Cut out a LARGE triangle from the scrapbook paper. This will be the Christmas gnome's hat.
  • Next, out of the tan cardstock, cut out a large oval shape for his nose.
  • To finish off the Paper Plate Gnome craft, staple the triangle hat to the paper plate beard.
  • Follow that up by gluing the nose in place.
  • Add a few snowflake stickers or paper embellishments to the hat, to tie the winter theme together.
  • Then let it all dry completely before displaying proudly.
    A handmade paper plate bearded Christmas gnome with a red plaid hat, blue and white snowflake, oval nose, and fringed beard sits on a dark background with greenery. GluedToMyCraftsBlog.com is written at the bottom.
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Craft Activity Safety Guidelines:

Always Ensure Adult Supervision - Young children should be supervised at all times when engaging in craft activities. This is essential to keep them safe and ensure materials are used correctly. Use Age-Appropriate Supplies - Choose craft supplies that are suitable for your child’s age. Check labels for recommendations and avoid items with small parts or sharp edges for younger children. Modify as Needed - Feel free to adapt materials or steps to meet your child's abilities and safety needs. For example, substitute scissors with safety scissors if necessary. Keep an Eye on Allergies - Be mindful of potential allergens in craft materials like glue, paint, or certain fabrics. Opt for non-toxic and hypoallergenic options whenever possible. Organize and Secure Supplies - Keep all craft tools and materials organized. Store sharp objects, small parts, and potentially hazardous items out of reach when not in use. Following these guidelines will ensure that crafts remain fun, creative, and, most importantly, safe for everyone involved!