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Paper Bag Cowboy Puppet Craft

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Get your kids excited about crafting with this fun paper bag cowboy puppet craft idea! A great way to get creative and have a blast.
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Paper Bag Cowboy Puppet

Get crafty with the little ones and make a fun paper bag cowboy puppet! See how it’s done and create memories that will last forever.

Paper Bag Cowboy Puppet

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Today’s Lunch Sack Wild Wild West Puppet tutorial is something I’m building off of from the cowboy gnome tutorial that went live on our website a few days ago.

I’ve taken the basic framework of our past paper bag puppet craft ideas but this time I added a simple cowboy hat shape and a white handprint beard to bring it to life! And as always – it’s super easy for any skill level to recreate with basic craft supplies you probably have on hand right already!

So enough chit chat from this gal behind the computer screen…. please be inspired by our latest & greatest cowboy kids craft tutorial. You can find EVERYTHING you need to know below, along with the free cowboy hat printable to get you started even faster!

Happy crafting my friends! Don’t forget to share pictures of your paper bag gnome cowboy creations with us! You can ALWAYS tag us on Facebook or Instagram for easy sharing! I can’t wait to see what you make with your young crafter today! #gluedtomycrafts

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Paper Bag Cowboy Puppet

Put your inner cowboy to work and make these super fun paper bag cowboy puppets!

Craft Supplies:

  • Brown Paper Bag
  • Red Craft Paint
  • Small Paper Plate
  • Paint Brush
  • Pencil
  • Hat Printable – on our landing page
  • White Cardstock Paper
  • Brown Cardstock Paper
  • Scissors
  • Adhesive
  • Embellishments

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Directions:

  • First things first – lay the paper bag on a flat surface, with the bottom flap facing you. Just envision that the smaller rectangle area is the face and the larger portion is his body.
  • Now grab your RED craft paint and squirt a small amount on the paper plate.
  • Use the paint brush to paint the LARGER part of the paper bag completely red. This will be his clothing/body.
  • When done painting, set aside the paper bag till later.
  • Now grab your cowboy hat printable, that you printed on LIGHT BROWN cardstock paper, along with the scissors.
  • Trim out the hat design and discard excess paper.
  • Now grab your sheet of white cardstock paper, as well as a pencil.
  • Trace BOTH of your hands and trim them out. This is now the cowboy’s beard.
  • Next up – cut out a small oval for the nose out of the remaining cardstock paper.
  • Now we are ready to finish up the cowboy lunch sack puppet craft. Grab your painted paper bag, all the paper pieces and your choice of adhesive.
  • Go ahead and start off by gluing the handprint beard cutouts, in place, right on the fold of the paper bag. You will want the fingertips facing outward.
  • Follow that up with the hat and then the oval nose on top of that.
  • And that’s it on this Paper Bag Cowboy craft! Go ahead and add any other embellishments before you display/play with him proudly for all to see!
  • BTW – just gently stick your hand inside the decorated brown paper bag to make it into a puppet!

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Paper Bag Cowboy Puppet

Don’t let the crafty fun stop here! Be sure to also check out our Paper Bag Pirate Puppet and Paper Scarecrow Gnome craft posts for more DIY fun for the kids!!!

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Paper Bag Cowboy Puppet

Paper Bag Cowboy Puppet

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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!