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Paint Splat Gingerbread Man Craft

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A UNIQUE way to BAKE up your own marbled gingerbread men this holiday!
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Paper Plate & Paint Splat Gingerbread Man - Kid Craft

Looking for a fun way to get your kids into the Christmas spirit? This easy paper plate craft is perfect! They’ll love splattering paint onto their gingerbread men to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Merry crafting!

Three paint splat gingerbread man faces crafted from paper plates feature brown splatters, pink circular noses, and black squiggly smiles, all arranged on a red background with gold and white dots.

All it takes to recreate it, is to fold a simple paper plate in half, add some Tulip puffy paint in between so you can rub it “back together” to make a marbled look that is super impressive!

Now what are you waiting for? Let’s BAKE this craft up right now! I hope you plan to join your child in the fun, as well! So keep scrolling for the full supply list and get ready to whip up some one-of-kind paper plate marble-art gingerbread man pieces today! Then bake some REAL cookies afterwards, in honor of your crafty creations!

Happy crafting this Christmas season, my friends!! Don’t forget to show off your finished paint smash gingerbread men by sharing pictures of them on our Facebook page. I can’t wait to see how your customize each one of them! #gluedtomycrafts

A paper plate decorated as a reindeer face with brown paint splat patterns, two black eyes, a pink paper nose, and a black wavy mouth. The plate sits on a red surface with white and gold dots, perfect next to any gingerbread man craft.

Do you want to BAKE up your own marbled gingerbread men this holiday!? Then come check out our Paper Plate & Paint Splatter Gingerbread Man tutorial.

Craft Supplies:

  • Large or Small Paper Plate
  • Brown Tulip Puffy Paint
  • Gold Tulip Puffy Paint
  • Black Tulip Puffy Paint
  • Pink Cardstock Paper
  • Scissors
  • Embellishments

Directions:

  • Please make sure you have a good working area that can get dirty because paint will squeeze out of the sides of this craft!!!
  • First fold your paper plate, straight in half {one per gingerbread man face craft you want to make today.}
  • Unfold and squirt ONLY the gold & brown colored Tulip puffy paint on one side of the folded paper plate. Be sure to keep the paint inside the paper plate and not place too much down either.
  • Once the paint is down, go ahead and fold up/squish your paper plate together again.
  • Be sure to rub your hand all over the folded paper plate piece, so the paint will cover the inside nicely and make an even marbled look {paint WILL more than likely squeeze out the sides, so be sure to pay attention to that and clean up with baby wipes!}
  • Now carefully unfold your piece to reveal your “marbled gingerbread man face” design inside.
  • If desired, sprinkle some loose craft glitter/rhinestones on top of the wet paint, to create more texture and sparkle.
  • Now grab your black Tulip paint and draw on a few squiggles for the eyes & mouth of gingerbread man.
  • To finish the Paper Plate Marbled Gingerbread Man – cut out a small circular nose from the pink colored cardstock.
  • Go ahead and place the piece of paper in the middle of the decorated paper plate {while the paint is still super wet} so it will dry in place.
  • Then step aside your decorated paper plate piece to allow it to dry completely.
  • When ready – display it proudly for ALL to see and come share pictures with us if you can! #gluedtomycrafts

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Paper Plate & Paint Splat Gingerbread Man - Kid Craft
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Paint Splat Gingerbread Man Craft

A UNIQUE way to BAKE up your own marbled gingerbread men this holiday!

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Directions:

  • Please make sure you have a good working area that can get dirty because paint will squeeze out of the sides of this craft!!!
  • First fold your paper plate, straight in half {one per gingerbread man face craft you want to make today.}
  • Unfold and squirt ONLY the gold & brown colored Tulip puffy paint on one side of the folded paper plate. Be sure to keep the paint inside the paper plate and not place too much down either.
  • Once the paint is down, go ahead and fold up/squish your paper plate together again.
  • Be sure to rub your hand all over the folded paper plate piece, so the paint will cover the inside nicely and make an even marbled look {paint WILL more than likely squeeze out the sides, so be sure to pay attention to that and clean up with baby wipes!}
  • Now carefully unfold your piece to reveal your "marbled gingerbread man face" design inside.
  • If desired, sprinkle some loose craft glitter/rhinestones on top of the wet paint, to create more texture and sparkle.
  • Now grab your black Tulip paint and draw on a few squiggles for the eyes & mouth of gingerbread man.
  • To finish the Paper Plate Marbled Gingerbread Man - cut out a small circular nose from the pink colored cardstock.
  • Go ahead and place the piece of paper in the middle of the decorated paper plate {while the paint is still super wet} so it will dry in place.
  • Then step aside your decorated paper plate piece to allow it to dry completely.
    A paper plate decorated as a reindeer face with brown paint splat patterns, two black eyes, a pink paper nose, and a black wavy mouth. The plate sits on a red surface with white and gold dots, perfect next to any gingerbread man craft.
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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!