Rather than the traditional, why not think outside the box when it comes to your holiday craft projects? We are taking a common vegetable and using it for a fun “pine needle” stamping project.
Keep scrolling to see our Broccoli Stamped Christmas Tree tutorial and recreate it with your child today!
Broccoli Painted Christmas Tree Craft
Today I’m sharing another outside-the-box stamping kids craft idea that is made with BROCCOLI! Yes, you read that right – FRESH, RAW BROCCOLI that we are using as a paint brush!! Say what?!
After realizing how much people loved our fall tree version {seriously – it went VIRAL on Facebook last month} I’m super excited to continue the fun on Glued To My Crafts with a new and improved CHRISTMAS TREE VERSION! There’s even a NEW printable in this tutorial, that will get you started with ease.
So on that note, I want YOU to celebrate this festive time of year with today’s Broccoli Stamped Christmas Tree craft tutorial! Just like using a traditional craft sponge, a simple piece of fresh broccoli can be easily turned into a stamp that makes for great “pine needle” texture on a blank tree template!
Today’s creative painting technique is not only super simple for kids of all ages BUT it’s also really inexpensive too {especially if you have a few pieces of broccoli to spare from your holiday dinner plans!} I’ve provided the basic framework, it’s your turn to run with it!
So what are you waiting for? Put broccoli on your shopping list and craft this beauty up with your kids in honor of Christmas! I’m sure you will want to join in on the fun as well!
Happy crafting and creating beautiful artwork pieces with your child, my friend! Don’t forget to share a few pictures of your Christmas broccoli stamped art projects on our Facebook page! Can’t wait to see your beautiful Christmas trees painted with broccoli and craft paint! #gluedtomycrafts
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Craft Supplies:
* Free Blank Christmas Tree Branch Printable {GRAB IT ON BOX.COM}
* White Cardstock Paper
* Color Printer
* Green Craft Paint {any shade will work!}
* Fresh RAW Broccoli – one piece will work!
* Small Paper Plate
* Small Light Ornament or Light Bulb Stickers {I found mine at Michaels}
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Directions:
* First things first – download our FREE CHRISTMAS TREE BRANCH PRINTABLE, listed above in the supply list.
* Find it on your computer and print it on a single sheet of white cardstock. You only need ONE print per Christmas tree craft.
* Now grab your small paper plate and the green craft paint.
* Squirt the paint on the paper plate.
* Now have your child grab their piece of broccoli. Using it like a sponge, have them dip it in the paint, then on the tree printable.
* Repeat until the tree starts to look full and covered in pine needles.
* When your child have the design they like, have them add a few light bulb or ornaments stickers on top of the decorated tree, to really tie the theme together.
* Then set it aside to let it dry completely before displaying proudly!!!
* Don’t forget to share pictures of your broccoli stamped holiday tree creations on your various social media sites! #gluedtomycrafts
PAIR YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE STAMPED CRAFT WITH —> Pine Cone Christmas Trees
If you are looking for even more Christmas themed kid crafts, from Glued To My Crafts, be sure to check out our creative Christmas Camper Cards, Handprint Joy Keepsake, and Marbled Christmas Trees craft posts!
And if you decide to make today’s Broccoli Stamped Pine Needle Covered Christmas Tree – Kid Craft or any of our inspiring crafts found on the blog – be sure to share a picture on our Facebook page for all of us to see! #gluedtomycrafts
Broccoli Stamped Christmas Tree
Tools:
- Craft Paint
Supplies:
- 1 Piece of RAW Broccoli
- Cardstock Paper
- Small Light Ornament or Light Bulb Stickers
Instructions:
- First print out our provided printable, in color, on a single sheet of white cardstock paper. You only need one print per craft.
- Now grab your small paper plate and the green craft paint.
- Squirt the paint on the paper plate.
- Now have your child grab their piece of broccoli. Using it like a sponge, have them dip it in the paint, then on the tree printable.
- Repeat until the tree starts to look full and covered in pine needles.
- When your child have the design they like, have them add a few light bulb or ornaments stickers on top of the decorated tree, to really tie the theme together.
- Then set it aside to let it dry completely before displaying proudly!!!
- Don't forget to share pictures of your broccoli stamped holiday tree creations on your various social media sites! #gluedtomycrafts
