Most of the crafts I write about are very, very simple, because I’ve never been a very crafty person. But that’s what I like about them: they’re effortless and are still so much fun for the kids!
Paper crowns are a perfect summer craft and they look great once they’re finished.
So here’s what you need to make one:
- - 1 paper plate
- -scissors
- -glue
- -colored construction paper
- -crayons, paint or markers
- -decorative (optional) materials: glitter, crepe paper or ribbons
Instructions:
- Cut a slit through the center of the paper plate. Leave an inch or so at the edges. Keep making similar size slits (3 more). The paper plate will look like a cake cut into even pieces.
- Once you’re done, bend the triangles formed by the cuts upwards to form leaf-like or spike-like shapes.
- Paint the crown (use any color you want), but green is great for a summer theme.
- Use construction paper to make and cut out paper flowers.
- Glue the flowers to the tips of the spikes.
- Use glitter or other decorative material (optional)
- Dry
p.s. Don’t forget that a collaboration project is a lot more fun: don’t take over the crafts session. Let your child participate and contribute even if it means the crown won’t be perfect!