Welcome mamas, teachers, and creative people! Are you looking for a fun craft to do with the kids during the spring months? If so, then this paper teacup gnome craft idea is perfect!
Teacup Gnome Keepsake Craft
Are you looking for an entertaining and creative way to engage your kids? Maybe you need something for a Mother’s Day event? If so, then this fun paper teacup gnome craft is a great idea!
Not only will it inspire your children’s imagination, but it will also provide them with a few moments of entertainment as they create beautiful masterpiece works of art. I could easily see this craft being done in a small or large setting. Just download, print and lay out the materials on the table!
Plus, these whimsical little characters make cute decorations in any home or classroom too!
With just a few simple materials, you can guide your child through creating their very own teacup gnomes. So let the crafting commence and get ready to have some fun!
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Not only will this be an enjoyable activity that everyone can participate in together but it also provides an opportunity to get creative and use their imagination. So grab your materials and let’s get crafting!
Craft Supplies:
- TEACUP PRINTABLE – SPRING LANDING PAGE
- Cardstock Paper {for the printable}
- Cardstock Paper {for the body}
- White Cardstock Paper {beard}
- Tan Cardstock Paper {nose and feet}
- Pencil
- Scissors
- Adhesive
- Flower Stickers
Instructions:
- First things first, grab the free “teacup hat” file {listed above in the supply list} and print it out on your choice of colored cardstock paper {I did pink.}
- Now trim out the hat piece from the printable and discard the excess paper.
- Next up – grab your white cardstock paper and pencil.
- Trace both of your child’s hands {one at a time, in separate locations} on the paper.
- When done tracing, trim them both out. This will be the beard for your teacup gnome.
- Finally – fold in half and trim down another choice of colored cardstock paper {I did green} for his body and cut out a small oval nose shape from the brown cardstock paper.
- You now have all your pieces, it’s time to start assembling! Grab your choice of adhesive and all your paper cutouts.
- Start off by gluing the two handprint cutouts {his beard} under the teacup paper piece.
- Follow that up gluing on his nose to the center and the remaining paper on the back.
- To finish off your Tea Cup Gnome Keepsake, add some customization with some flower stickers.
- Now you can stop here or add any other embellishments you see fit, to give it your own personal spin!
- Then display your handprint bearded gnome piece proudly for ALL to see!!
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If you are looking for even MORE easy kid craft ideas that are perfect for an afternoon boredom buster, be sure to check out these fun posts listed below.
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Teacup Gnome Craft Idea For Kids
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