Squirrel with a Paper Bag
For a fun and simple autumn craft activity, create an adorable squirrel using a kraft paper bag, some colored paper, glitter leaves, and a small decorative acorn.
This simple activity with autumn colors is perfect for keeping children engaged during a creative workshop themed around this lovely season.
Why we love this activity?
- Easy to make, even for the youngest ones.
- Perfect for fostering imagination about autumn and forest animals.
How to make this craft step-by-step:
Materials:
To make a squirrel, you will need:
- a small brown kraft paper bag
- a sturdy brown card
- a sheet of kraft paper
- two wiggle eyes Ø 2.5 cm
- a pompom
- sparkly rubber tree leaves
- a decorative acorn
- a tube of glue
- a pair of scissors
- a black marker
Step 1:
Remove the handles from the paper bag.
Step 2:
Cut out two ears and two legs from a sheet of kraft paper.
Step 3:
Cut out two ear interiors and a squirrel tail shape from a sturdy brown card.
Step 4:
Apply white glue, stick the insides of the ears onto the ears, and then attach these to the inside of the bag.
Next, glue the squirrel's tail to the back of the bag.
Step 5:
Glue two googly eyes, a pom-pom, and a decorative acorn onto the bag.
Step 6:
Draw the legs with a black permanent marker and attach them to each side of the paper bag.
Then, fold the legs forward so that they hold the acorn.
Step 7:
Finally, glue the glittery rubber leaf sheets at the bottom of the bag to create an autumn decoration.
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