Looking for a Halloween craft that’s cute, low-mess, and easy enough for little hands? These popsicle stick mummies check every box. They come together with a handful of supplies you probably already have in your craft drawer, and kids get to be part of every step. Best of all, no two mummies ever turn out the same, which means every child ends up with a spooky little character all their own.
Whether you’re planning a rainy-afternoon activity at home, a classroom party station, or a quiet-time project at daycare, this one delivers big smiles for very little prep. Let’s wrap things up!
Craft Supplies:
Gather these simple supplies before you start:
- Jumbo popsicle sticks – 3 per craft
- Mini popsicle sticks – 2 per craft
- Elmer’s school glue – washable and easy for kids to use
- Masking tape or painter’s tape – for the mummy bandages
- Googly eyes – a mix of sizes for extra personality
- Craft paint – black, orange, and purple are festive picks
- Paintbrushes
- Scissors – for an adult to cut tape strips
Directions:
- Lay 3 jumbo popsicle sticks side by side so their edges touch, then place 2 mini popsicle sticks across them horizontally, forming a flat fence shape. Run a line of Elmer’s glue along the back where the mini sticks meet the jumbo sticks to hold everything together. This backing keeps the mummy sturdy. Let the glue dry for a few minutes before moving on.
- Now for a splash of color. Have your child paint the front of the popsicle stick base in their chosen shade. Black, orange, and purple all give that classic Halloween look, but any color works. This painted layer will peek through the tape bandages later, so it adds a nice pop of contrast.
- Set the painted bases aside and let them dry completely before wrapping.
- Here’s where the magic happens. Cut several short strips of masking or painter’s tape. Have your child press the strips across the painted base at different angles, layering and crisscrossing as they go. Leave a few gaps so the paint shows through, and don’t aim for neat and tidy. Messy, uneven wrapping is exactly what makes a mummy look like a mummy.
- Every mummy needs a face. Dab a little glue near the top of the wrapped base and press on two googly eyes. Tuck them slightly under a strip of tape for a peeking-through effect, or place them right on top. Give the glue a moment to set, and your spooky friend is ready to go.
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That’s all it takes to turn a few craft sticks into a squad of adorable Halloween mummies. This project is cute not scary, budget-friendly, and endlessly repeatable, so feel free to make a whole spooky bunch.
We’d love to see how yours turn out. Snap a photo of your little crafters and their mummy creations & tag us on Facebook. We can’t wait to hear from YOU! Happy crafting, and happy Halloween!
Popsicle Stick and Painter's Tape Mummy Craft Idea For Halloween
Make an easy popsicle stick mummy craft for Halloween! This fun, budget-friendly project uses paint, tape, and googly eyes—perfect for kids at home or school.
Here’s your checklist of supplies to bring this craft to life:
- 3 Jumbo Popsicle Sticks
- 2 Mini Popsicle Sticks
- Craft Paint
- Painter's Tape
- 2 Wiggle Eyes
- 1 School Glue
- 1 Scissors
Prepare your creative haven by laying down a protective cover before the crafting magic begins!
Directions:
- Lay 3 jumbo popsicle sticks side by side so their edges touch, then place 2 mini popsicle sticks across them horizontally, forming a flat fence shape. Run a line of Elmer's glue along the back where the mini sticks meet the jumbo sticks to hold everything together. This backing keeps the mummy sturdy. Let the glue dry for a few minutes before moving on.
- Now for a splash of color. Have your child paint the front of the popsicle stick base in their chosen shade. Black, orange, and purple all give that classic Halloween look, but any color works. This painted layer will peek through the tape bandages later, so it adds a nice pop of contrast.
- Set the painted bases aside and let them dry completely before wrapping.
- Here's where the magic happens. Cut several short strips of masking or painter's tape. Have your child press the strips across the painted base at different angles, layering and crisscrossing as they go. Leave a few gaps so the paint shows through, and don't aim for neat and tidy. Messy, uneven wrapping is exactly what makes a mummy look like a mummy.
- Every mummy needs a face. Dab a little glue near the top of the wrapped base and press on two googly eyes. Tuck them slightly under a strip of tape for a peeking-through effect, or place them right on top. Give the glue a moment to set, and your spooky friend is ready to go.
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