Unleash Summer Fun: Paper Plate Beach Umbrella Craft for Kids - all you need is paper plates, tissue paper and wood craft sticks
Summer is the perfect season to explore creativity with your children, offering endless opportunities to create colorful crafts that not only keep them entertained but also help develop their fine motor skills and creativity.
One such craft, ideal for sunny days and dreaming of beach getaways, is our latest and greatest “Paper Plate Beach Umbrella” tutorial.
This simple, fun, and engaging craft project is perfect for kids of all ages and can be completed with materials you likely already have at home.
Crafting with paper plates offers more than just fun. It encourages children to practice essential skills such as cutting, gluing, and making creative decisions. This particular craft also introduces them to the concept of symmetry and patterns, making it an educational experience as well.
Craft Supplies:
- Large Paper Plate
- Tissue Paper
- Black Marker
- School Glue
- Craft Scissors
- Stapler
- Large, Wavy Craft Stick
Directions:
- First have your children cut their tissue paper into small squares {perfect for practicing cutting skills}
- Take your paper plate and cut it into half. Straight up the center into two equal pieces.
- Reserve one for your beach umbrella craft and save the other for another day.
- Now take your black marker and divide the paper plate into THREE sections.
- Put a good amount of glue in each section.
- Have children place the tissue paper on top of the glue, until it’s completely covered.
- To finish off the Paper Plate Beach Umbrella art project – simply staple on the craft stick so kids can hold it with their hands.
- Allow it to dry completely and then display proudly for all to see!
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The Paper Plate Beach Umbrella craft is a fantastic way to kick off your summer crafting. It’s simple, inexpensive, and offers a wealth of opportunities for creative expression. Plus, it’s a great way to bring a bit of the beach vibe into your home, regardless of how far you might be from the shore. Grab those supplies and start crafting today!
Paper Plate Beach Umbrella Craft Idea For Summer
Unleash Summer Fun: Paper Plate Beach Umbrella Craft for Kids - all you need is paper plates, tissue paper and wood craft sticks
Here’s your checklist of supplies to bring this craft to life:
- Large Paper Plate
- Tissue Paper
- Large Wavy Craft Stick
Prepare your creative haven by laying down a protective cover before the crafting magic begins!
Directions:
- First have your children cut their tissue paper into small squares {perfect for practicing cutting skills}
- Take your paper plate and cut it into half. Straight up the center into two equal pieces.
- Reserve one for your beach umbrella craft and save the other for another day.
- Now take your black marker and divide the paper plate into THREE sections.
- Put a good amount of glue in each section.
- Have children place the tissue paper on top of the glue, until it's completely covered.
- To finish off the Paper Plate Beach Umbrella art project – simply staple on the craft stick so kids can hold it with their hands.
- Allow it to dry completely and then display proudly for all to see!
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