Autumn days are here again and we have been busy on Glued To My Crafts. Keep scrolling to see our latest Paper Plate Fall Gnome kid craft idea come to life so you can recreate with your child today!

I’ve always had a love for gnomes. Maybe it’s my German side peeking through…

Recently I was at Home Goods and I came across an adorable stuffed gnome decor piece that I had to “have” for my collection. He’s somewhat of a cross between a gnome and a farmer. Currently he is sitting next to our living room TV. Actually, I’m looking at him right now as I type this very blog post and he’s exactly what inspired today’s latest paper plate kid craft idea. It’s amazing how you can find inspiration anywhere {I highly encourage you to look around your home some time!}

Fall is when nature turns into warm hues and shades of gold. That’s exactly the color scheme you need to complete this paper gnome craft idea. So on that note, all you need is a simple paper plate, some colored cardstock, paint and a little school glue to make your own fall gnome friend come to life today. With complete customization at your fingertips, you can make your own pudgy and jolly-looking gnome, look and feel however you like.

So without further ado, I’ll let you get to it. Find all the crafty details below and a few pictures from us to get you inspired, as well!

Happy crafting, my friends! Don’t forget to snap pictures of your paper fall elves and share them with us! I want to see how you give yours that custom autumn feel! You can always find us on Facebook or use our special branded #gluedtomycrafts hashtag to share with us. It seriously makes my day to see our inspiration come to life in other people’s homes!

PSST – Below is a picture of the home decor piece I used for my inspiration! Maybe a quick glance at him will help you bring your gnome friend to life!

Paper Plate Fall Gnome Craft Supplies:

• Large or Small Paper Plate {one per fall gnome craft}
• Tempera Paint Crayons {I used orange and brown}
• White Cardstock
• Tan/Kraft Colored Cardstock
• Pattern Scrapbook Paper {I used a plaid print}
• Paper Craft Scissors
• School Glue or Glue Stick
• Hand-Held Office Stapler

Directions:

• First things first – painting the paper plate. I personally have fallen in love with the ease of using tempera paint crayons BUT you can also use a simple paint brush & regular craft paint for this craft. Start off by envisioning your paper plate in equal half pieces and painting it with your choice of two choices. I did orange on top and brown on the bottom for his pants.
• When done painting, set aside the paper plate to allow it to dry completely.
• Now grab your scrapbook and cardstock paper, along with the scissors.
• Cut out a large triangle hat, a long white beard, stick legs, boots and a button nose. Use our picture for an example.
• When ready – it’s time to assemble! Use your stapler and/or glue to secure the paper pieces in place, on the paper plate. I found that it’s easier to staple the legs in place on the paper plate, while everything else is good with some glue on the back.
• Add any other embellishments you see fit to give your gnome a custom fall look. Make him be dressed to impress!
• Allow everything to dry completely before you display it proudly for all to see.
• Snap a few pictures and share your paper plate fall gnomes with us! #gluedtomycrafts

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