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Handprint Halloween Gnome Keepsake

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Make a “cute not scary” Handprint Halloween Gnome Keepsake with your child today, with the help of Glued To My Crafts!  It’s going to be the CUTEST paper craft you make this season!

Three handprint Halloween gnomes with white handprint beards, patterned hats, and the letters B, O, O on their bodies spell BOO. Set against a spooky spiderweb background.

Ghost Gnome Keepsake

You guys – I’m SOOOO excited to be sharing this paper Halloween gnome keepsake idea with you right now.

This ghost gnome craft has been on my mind for a few days and thankfully my son was able to help me just now, so I get this tutorial to you all ASAP! Just in time to start planning out your Halloween craft plans before things get too chaotic!

Today’s gnome themed craft tutorial has that “cute not spooky” vibe going on AND it also doubles a handmade fall decor piece if you frame it. You can even change up the wording and/or color scheme to make it fit a specific theme you might have in mind.

With the simple steps you will find below, you can make SEVERAL gnome themed Halloween keepsakes with your child, in just a few minutes, with little to no hassle {perfect for gifting!}

Who can resist crafting up an awesome handmade piece with their child? So I’ll let you get to it! Don’t forget to share pictures of your Halloween gnome keepsake with us. You can always find us on Facebook or use our special branded #gluedtomycrafts on your various social media sites! I can’t wait to see your boo-tiful handprint gnome pieces!

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Three handprint Halloween gnomes with white handprint beards, patterned hats, and the letters B, O, O on their bodies spell BOO. Set against a spooky spiderweb background.

Get into the spooky season spirit and create a Halloween handprint keepsake that’ll last for years to come!

Craft Supplies:

  • White Cardstock Paper
  • Kraft Cardstock Paper
  • Black Cardstock Paper
  • Scrapbook Paper
  • Pencil or Pen
  • Craft Scissors
  • Glue Stick
  • ABC Letter Stickers

Directions:

  • First things first – trace your child’s hand THREE times on a single sheet of white cardstock.
  • When done tracing, trim out each piece with your paper scissors. Each one will be a beard for your gnomes.
  • Set those aside.
  • Now grab your patterned scrapbook paper.
  • Cut out THREE large triangle hats. One for each gnome.
  • Finally – cut out a small oval nose shape, for EACH gnome, from the kraft colored cardstock.
  • Now you are ready to assemble it all together.
  • Start off my gluing down the THREE white handprint cutouts, in a row, on the paper colored cardstock. You want the fingertips facing downward on each.
  • Follow up that step by gluing down the hats, on the palms of the handprint cutouts.
  • Then glue down the oval noses to complete each gnome.
  • To finish off your Paper Halloween Gnome Keepsake, add your scrapbook letter stickers to spell out “BOO.”
  • Add any other embellishments you see fit.
  • Then display your new gnome friends proudly for ALL to see!!
  • Don’t forget to snap a few pictures on your phone and tag us on your social media sites! #gluedtomycrafts

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Three handprint Halloween gnomes with white handprint beards, patterned hats, and the letters B, O, O on their bodies spell BOO.

Love this “spook-tacular” idea?! Of course you DO!!!

Be sure to also check out our Easiest Ghost Keepsake post for another Halloween themed craft idea to recreate with your child today!

Our readers made it go viral last year and I hope you love it as much as they did!

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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!