Mickey Mouse Paper Plate Craft
When it comes to Disney crafts, nothing beats the classic charm of Mickey Mouse. This Mickey Mouse paper plate craft is simple, colorful, and instantly recognizable with his bold red shorts, black ears, and bright yellow buttons. It’s an easy project for preschoolers and up, and perfect for a Disney movie night, birthday party, or just a rainy afternoon when a little magic is needed.
This craft pairs beautifully with our Minnie Mouse paper plate craft, so you can make both and have a matching set!
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How to Make a Mickey Mouse Paper Plate Craft
Step 1: Gather Your Supplies
Gather your supplies, including paper plates, red and black paint, yellow and black construction paper, scissors, glue, and a marker.
Step 2: Paint the Bottom Red
Paint the bottom half of your paper plate red and let it dry.
Step 3: Paint the Top Black
Paint the top half of the paper plate black to create Mickey’s body.
Step 4: Trace the Ears
Use a circle template to trace large circles onto black construction paper for Mickey’s ears.
Step 5: Cut Out the Ears
Cut out the black circles with scissors.
Step 6: Trace the Buttons
Trace two circles onto yellow construction paper for the buttons.
Step 7: Cut Out the Buttons
Cut out both yellow circles.
Step 8: Draw the Button Details
Use a black marker to draw button details on the yellow circles.
Step 9: Attach the Ears
Glue the black circles to the top back of the paper plate to form Mickey’s ears.
Step 10: Add the Buttons
Glue the yellow paper buttons onto the red half of the paper plate.
All done!
Let everything dry and admire your finished craft!
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