Elf Girl Paper Plate Craft

When it comes to Christmas crafts, nothing says “holiday cheer” like making your very own elf helper. This elf girl paper plate craft is festive, colorful, and just the right mix of silly and sweet. Kids will love painting rosy cheeks, adding golden braids, and topping it off with a pointy hat and pom pom. It’s perfect for a classroom holiday party, a cozy afternoon at home, or even a fun Christmas countdown activity.
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How to Make an Elf Girl Paper Plate Craft

Step 1: Gather Your Supplies
Gather your supplies: paper plates, paint, construction paper, googly eyes, pom pom, glue, scissors, and markers.

Step 2: Paint the Plates
Paint two paper plates with peach or tan acrylic paint to make the elf’s face. Let dry.

Step 3: Make the Ears
Cut one plate in half, and use one half to create two elf ears. Paint them the same peach/tan color.

Step 4: Cut the Hat and Collar
Draw and cut out hat and collar shapes from red and green construction paper.

Step 5: Cut the Hair and Braids
Cut out yellow paper braids and other hair shapes, then set them aside.

Step 6: Add the Hat and Hair
Glue the red hat onto the top of the paper plate. Layer the green trim across the hat.
Glue the yellow braids and hair pieces on each side of the plate.

Step 7: Add the Ears and Fold the Hat
Attach the peach/tan ears to each side of the elf’s head.
Fold the elf hat down and glue in place.

Step 8: Add the Eyes and Cheeks
Add two large googly eyes in the middle of the plate.
Use a sponge dabber to paint on two pink rosy cheeks.

Step 9: Draw the Smile
Draw a simple smile with a black marker.
All done!
Glue a fluffy yellow pom pom to the tip of the hat, and your elf girl is ready to bring some holiday cheer!

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