Kids will love this Paper Plate Hippo art project idea, that is perfect for when they’re stuck at home and need something to do!
Hippo Paper Plate Craft
Are you looking for a fun zoo craft activity to enjoy with your children? Maybe you need a quick activity for story time event? Well look no further than today’s Paper Plate Hippopotamus craft idea!
With just a few simple supplies such as paper plates, cardstock paper, a stapler and craft paint, you’ll be able to create a whimsical grey hippo craft that’s sure to bring some laughs while helping build your kid’s confidence in their artistic abilities. I’ve even included a FREE printable template below, to get you started even faster today!
So what’s not to love?! It’s super easy and oh so fun for kids of all ages! Let’s get started on creating our own Paper Plate Gray Hippos! Keep reading for all the details and provided freebie, on making this adorable paper plate zoo animal craft! Happy crafting, my friends!
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This is a great kids craft idea that is perfect for hippopotamus lovers of all ages. It’s simple, easy, and most importantly- lots of fun! Try it out today!
Craft Supplies:
- Large Paper Plate
- Kid Friendly Scissors
- Gray Paint Crayon
- Gray Cardstock Paper
- Color Printer
- Hippo Head Printable – on box.com
- Large Googly Eyes
- School Glue
- Hand-Held Office Stapler
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Directions:
- First things first – cut your large paper plate in half. Straight up the center to make TWO equal halves.
- Reserve one for your hippo craft and save the other for another day {perhaps even using it for our Paper Plate Umbrella tutorial}
- Now grab your gray paint crayon and “paint” the entire paper plate piece completely gray.
- Set it aside till the last step.
- If you haven’t already, go ahead and print out the hippo head shape on a single sheet of grey cardstock paper.
- Use scissors to trim out the head shape from the template.
- Before you discard the excess paper, go ahead and cut out four, long rectangle leg pieces.
- To finish off the paper plate animal craft – simply staple on the cardstock paper hippo face piece to the painted paper plate, along with the legs.
- Follow that up by gluing on the wiggle eyes so it can see.
- Go ahead and add any other embellishments you see fit, before you display your adorable hippo proudly for all to see!
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Paper Plate Hippo Craft Idea
- Gray Paint Crayon
- Large Paper Plate
- Gray Cardstock Paper
- Large Googly Eyes
Instructions
- First things first - cut your large paper plate in half. Straight up the center to make TWO equal halves.
- Reserve one for your hippo craft and save the other for another day {perhaps even using it for our Paper Plate Umbrella tutorial}
- Now grab your gray paint crayon and "paint" the entire paper plate piece completely gray.
- Set it aside till the last step.
- If you haven't already, go ahead and print out the hippo head shape on a single sheet of grey cardstock paper.
- Use scissors to trim out the head shape from the template.
- Before you discard the excess paper, go ahead and cut out four, long rectangle leg pieces.
- To finish off the paper plate animal craft – simply staple on the cardstock paper hippo face piece to the painted paper plate, along with the legs.
- Follow that up by gluing on the wiggle eyes so it can see.
- Go ahead and add any other embellishments you see fit, before you display your adorable hippo proudly for all to see!
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