Craft a friendly paper plate scarecrow with this creative DIY project, perfect for adding a touch of autumn whimsy to your fall decorations.
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This cute paper plate scarecrow craft is the fun project for a cute fall craft. This is such an adorable paper plate scarecrow craft! It’s the perfect way to get into some fall fun this season! This delightful project combines creativity and learning in a whimsical scarecrow that kids will love to make.
It's a perfect project to keep those little hands busy and brains engaged, all while creating a cute and festive autumn decoration. And the best part? It's made from simple supplies you probably already have around the house!
Our easy fall crafts, like this scarecrow paper plate craft, are designed to be both fun and educational. We’ve got your kids in mind, but we’ve got you in mind too! This craft encourages children to use their fine motor skills as they work with different materials such as cardstock and yarn.
Plus, it's a great way to help kids learn about the change of seasons. So, grab your craft supplies and let's get ready for some crafting fun!
Cool Fall and Cute Scarecrows
The fall season is a wonderful time of the year. The leaves are changing color, the air is getting cooler, we’re all eating pumpkin everything, and it's the perfect time for some fall-inspired crafts. Our paper plate scarecrow craft is a great way to celebrate this beautiful season. There's just something so charming about scarecrows, and now you can bring that charm into your home or classroom with this fun craft!
Scarecrows are not only important figures in farming, but they're also beloved symbols of autumn. So while you’re in the thick of all the fall activities, don’t forget to make time for a little scarecrow in your life!
Fun fall crafts like these provide both entertainment and can even teach an important lesson about the significance of scarecrows in the harvest season. Seriously! Do your kids know how farmers use scarecrows to scare off crows? Easy history lesson right there!
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Simple Craft Ideas
Crafts are a great way to keep kids engaged and learning. And when it comes to crafting, paper plate crafts are an all-time favorite among kids of all ages. They're simple, they're fun, and they're a great way to get kids using their hands and their imaginations. This fun scarecrow craft is one that kids will enjoy making and displaying!
With older kids, this craft can become a detailed project, while younger kids will enjoy the simple fun of creating their own scarecrow face. It's a flexible craft idea that can be adapted to suit the abilities and interests of any child. The older kids will definitely want to add more detail. And the younger kids? So what if they glue the hair on the chin? That’s a beard! Let them try it!
So, whether it's fall break or just a regular weekend, our paper plate scarecrow craft is sure to be a hit!
Easy Paper Plate Crafts
Paper plate crafts have always been a staple in kid's crafting. Actually, they’re the craft on repeat in our house! They're affordable, can make so many different things, and are so much fun to work with too! Our paper plate scarecrow craft kit is an excellent example of how a simple paper plate can be transformed into an exciting, character-filled craft.
The magic of turning a regular paper plate into a cute scarecrow is sure to amaze young children. From the scarecrow's hat made from brown cardstock to the yarn that becomes the scarecrow's hair, every detail adds to the charm of this delightful craft. And once they finish, they can display their adorable paper plate scarecrows for everyone to admire!
So grab your paper plates, your craft sticks, and your festive spirit, and let's make some scarecrow magic happen!
Paper Plate Scarecrow Craft Supplies
- Scarecrow Template (bottom of this post)
- Paper Plate
- Brown Construction Paper
- Orange Construction Paper
- Yellow yarn
- Black Marker
- Googly eyes
- Scissor
How To Make a Scarecrow out of a Paper Plate
Scarecrow Hat
Start by printing out the scarecrow craft template from the bottom of the page. Print right onto your brown paper, otherwise print out on typical white paper, cut out the template, then trace onto the brown paper. Cut out your scarecrow hat from brown paper.
Cut out approximately 10-20 strips of yellow yarn. The strips should be approximately an inch and half to two inches long.
Glue the yarn strips to the bottom of the scarecrow hat with the longer strips towards the outside of the scarecrow's face.
Glue the hat to the top of the paper plate.
Scarecrow’s Face
Next, glue the googly eyes to the paper plate right below the hair.
Next, cut out a small triangle for the scarecrow's nose.
Attach the scarecrow nose to the face right between the eyes.
The last step is to use a black marker and draw on a big smile. The key is to add small marks along the smile to resemble stiches. Add a small curved line to the top of the scarecrow's silly hat along with stitches. Viola, you have a cute scarecrow craft!
Adjustments to Scarecrow Craft
In the case you don't have googly eyes, you can always draw on eyes using scrap paper and a black marker. The result is just as cute!
We hope you enjoy this craft as much as we enjoyed making it!
Happy Crafting and Happy Fall!
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Scarecrow Paper Plate Craft
Equipment
- Scissor
Ingredients
- Scarecrow Template bottom of this post
- Paper Plate
- Brown Construction Paper
- Orange Construction Paper
- Yellow yarn
- Marker
- Googly eyes
- Craft Glue
Instructions
- Start by printing out the scarecrow craft template from the bottom of the page. Print right onto your brown paper, otherwise print out on typical white paper, cut out the template, then trace onto the brown paper. Cut out your scarecrow hat from brown paper.
- Cut out approximately 10-20 strips of yellow yarn. The strips should be approximately an inch and half to two inches long.
- Glue the yarn strips to the bottom of the scarecrow hat with the longer strips towards the outside of the scarecrow's face.
- Glue the hat to the top of the paper plate.
- Next, glue the googly eyes to the paper plate right below the hair.
- Next, cut out a small triangle for the scarecrow's nose.
- Attach the scarecrow nose to the face right between the eyes.
- The last step is to use a black marker and draw on a big smile. The key is to add small marks along the smile to resemble stiches. Add a small curved line to the top of the scarecrow's silly hat along with stitches. Viola, you have a cute scarecrow craft!
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