Elephant Craft Stick Project
If your kids love zoo animals, this elephant craft stick project is a must-make. With big floppy felt ears, a long trunk, and cheerful painted cheeks, this craft is as sweet as it is simple.
It’s a quick, 20-minute project that’s perfect for preschool, early elementary, or any child who can’t resist the gentle giants of the animal kingdom.
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What You’ll Need for This Popsicle Stick Elephant Craft
How to Make a Popsicle Stick Elephant
Step 1: Gather Your Supplies
Gather your supplies: craft sticks, felt, googly eyes, paint, scissors, glue, and marker.
Step 2: Build the Base
Glue several popsicle sticks side by side, then secure with a horizontal stick across the back. Let dry.
Step 3: Paint the Sticks Gray
Paint the entire front side grey and let it dry completely.
Step 4: Trace the Ears and Trunk
Trace the elephant ear and trunk templates onto gray felt.
Step 5: Cut Out the Pieces
Cut out the felt pieces.
Step 6: Add the Eyes
Glue two large googly eyes near the top of the painted craft sticks.
Step 7: Add Cheeks, Trunk, and Ears
Dip a sponge or brush in pink paint and dab on two round cheeks under the eyes.
Glue the felt trunk in the center and attach the ears to each side.
Step 8: Draw the Details
Use a black marker to add lines on the trunk and inner ears for texture.
All done!
Your elephant is complete and ready to display!
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