Our adorable teddy bear friend, in today’s post, is going to look his BEST this winter because YOU are going to make it happen! Keep scrolling to learn more about our “paper and washi tape bear in sweater” craft idea!

Today we are going to dress up our bear friend so he is NOT cold this winter! We are taking ordinary art materials such as washi tape, cardstock paper and crayons to create a unique, first seen here idea that is absolutely perfect for your winter craft plans! Think of this as a way to make a “sweater” without having to learn how to knit!

Best part of today’s tutorial? Well… besides the handy-dandy free printable I’ve included below, the ultimate best part is that YOU and your child can dress up your teddy bear friend however you want and with whatever you desire! It’s YOUR opportunity to make him look his best, while also having him stay warm!

So without further ado, let’s get to the instructions and of course – the free file. Find all the details, along with the FREE teddy bear body printable listed below. Just download, print and get to designing that soft, cozy look!

Happy crafting and hopefully your “crafternoon” is extra EPIC! Don’t forget to share pictures with me afterwards on our Facebook page! #gluedtomycrafts

Bear In Sweater Craft Supplies:

• Free Teddy Bear Body Printable – Download HERE
• White Cardstock {two sheets per craft}
• Color Printer
• Crayons, Coloring Pencils, Markers etc.
• Paper Craft Scissors
• Blue Colored Cardstock {one per craft, for the background}
• Smaller Colored Cardstock {for the scarf}
• Glue Stick or Tape Runner Adhesive
• Washi Tape – any color you like!
• optional embellishments – small bows, stickers, rhinestones etc.

Directions:

• First things first – go ahead and print the free blank teddy bear body printable listed above. Print it out on a single sheet of white cardstock. You only need ONE print per craft. Feel free to print as many as you like though!
• Now grab your choice of coloring instrument and color in the bear in the printable, however you like! From a more neutral brown color to a vibrant rainbow – the choice is yours!
• Next, using your scissors, carefully trim out the teddy bear design you just decorated, in the printable.
• Discard excess paper and set aside your cutout piece.
• Now grab a solid piece of blue cardstock {the background} and another piece of white cardstock paper.
• Using your hands, tear the white piece of paper to create “snow” for the ground.
• Secure that piece to the bottom of the larger, solid color. You now have your winter, snowy backdrop.
• Go ahead and secure the bear, in place, in the center of that.
• Next up – grab your rolls of washi tape.
• Start tearing off long pieces of washi tape and placing them on the bear design, in a pattern, to create his sweater. You want his belly to be completely covered.
• Finally – the last step. Cut out a simple scarf shape from another piece of cardstock paper.
• Glue it around his neck to complete his outfit.
• And that’s it! If desired, add some other embellishments you see fit. Maybe some small bows or a little glitter here and there.
• Now display your masterpiece proudly for ALL to see!

At Glued To My Crafts, we love getting crafty during the winter months. It’s the best way to pass the time indoors.

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