Fork Painted Dandelion Craft For Kids To Make This Spring
No need to call this WEED a PEST! Today we are going to show YOU how EASY it is to make a dandelion flower fork painting with your child today.
All you need is yellow craft paint, cardstock paper, our FREE printable listed below and a plastic fork to make this dandelion piece come to life within minutes! It’s simply a great way to pass the time this spring season!
So without further ado – below is everything you need to know on how to make this unique Fork Painted Dandelion kid craft idea. It’s something I really hope you are inspired to recreate with your child this month. Remember – no two pieces will be alike so be sure to give it a try MORE than once!
P.S. I used Tulip brand puffy paint for mine and I absolutely loved the textured outcome of it. It added some “puffy” detail to the already super awesome craft. I highly recommend you add a bottle {or two} to your craft stash!
Happy crafting, my friends! Now let’s make this tutorial SPREAD like a weed on the internet! Don’t forget to share pictures of your paper and fork painted dandelion creations with us on our Facebook page. We want to see those dandelion flower masterpieces come to life in your home and encourage others to do it as well! #gluedtomycrafts
PAIR YOUR FORK PAINTED DANDELION CRAFT WITH —> Paper Plate Dandelion Art
Painted Dandelion Craft Supplies:
- Plastic Fork {clean but can be recycled}
- Yellow Craft Paint {we LOVE Tulip Puffy Paint}
- White Cardstock Paper
- Green Colored Cardstock Paper
- Free Dandelion File {found on box.com}
- Color Printer
- Green Sharpie Marker
- Kid Friendly Paper Scissors
- Hand-Held Office Stapler
- optional material – loose craft glitter {think shades of yellow or gold}
You can find ALL our favorite craft supplies via our AMAZON SHOP link!
Make A Dandelion Flower With A Fork Directions:
- First things first – if you haven’t already, go ahead and print out our FREE dandelion template. You only need one print per flower craft.
- Use the green marker to draw a stem right under the flower design.
- Next up, squirt some yellow paint in the center of the dandelion design. You don’t need a lot. The size of a quarter is a good starting point.
- Have children take their fork – which is their “paint brush” and spread the paint ALL around to make the flower petals of the dandelion. Just make sure they keep the paint on the paper but they can move it anywhere and in any design/shape/angle they like.
- At this point in time, you can help them sprinkle loose craft glitter on top of the wet paint for an added touch.
- Once they are done creating the yellow petals, set it aside to let it dry a bit.
- Next grab the green cardstock paper and your scissors.
- Cut out about a 3 inch wide rectangle piece for the grass.
- Use the scissors to cut a line of fringe on the piece of green cardstock paper and curl a few pieces to give it some character.
- Finally – the last step of this fork painted dandelion craft. Staple the cardstock grass on the bottom of the painted design, to tie it all together. This way it looks like your flower is emerging from the grass.
- When done decorating, set it aside to let it dry completely before displaying proudly!
- Pair your painted dandelion craft with our —> Thumbprint Dandelion
Make your SPRING craft plans SUPER FRESH with tons of inspiration from Glued To My Crafts!
Prepare yourself for an epic craft time this season! We want YOU to check out our super popular Paper Plate Flower, Pom Pom Stamped Sheep Cupcake and Carrot Gnome Keepsake craft posts! Then pair all three with today’s fork painted dandelion flower hiding in grass tutorial for an amazing day around the kitchen table!
We also LOVE talking crafts with our lovely readers. Come join our private Facebook group where we chit chat, share and laugh together! Everyone is welcomed so come join the fun and share their craft creations!!! #gluedtomycrafts
You can find ALL our favorite craft supplies via our AMAZON SHOP link!
Fork Painted Dandelion
Tools:
Supplies:
- Yellow Craft Paint
- Green Sharpie Marker
- White Cardstock Paper
- Green Cardstock Paper
Instructions:
- First things first - if you haven't already, go ahead and print out our FREE dandelion template. You only need one print per flower craft.
- Use the green marker to draw a stem right under the flower design.
- Next up, squirt some yellow paint in the center of the dandelion design. You don't need a lot. The size of a quarter is a good starting point.
- Have children take their fork - which is their "paint brush" and spread the paint ALL around to make the flower petals of the dandelion. Just make sure they keep the paint on the paper but they can move it anywhere and in any design/shape/angle they like.
- At this point in time, you can help them sprinkle loose craft glitter on top of the wet paint for an added touch.
- Once they are done creating the yellow petals, set it aside to let it dry a bit.
- Next grab the green cardstock paper and your scissors.
- Cut out about a 3 inch wide rectangle piece for the grass.
- Use the scissors to cut a line of fringe on the piece of green cardstock paper and curl a few pieces to give it some character.
- Finally - the last step of this fork painted dandelion craft. Staple the cardstock grass on the bottom of the painted design, to tie it all together. This way it looks like your flower is emerging from the grass.
- When done decorating, set it aside to let it dry completely before displaying proudly!
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