Popsicle Stick Reindeer Craft for Preschoolers
Get ready for some holiday crafting fun with this adorable popsicle stick reindeer! Using just a few simple supplies, kids can create their very own Rudolph (complete with a red pom-pom nose). This is the perfect Christmas craft for preschoolers, kindergarteners, or even elementary school kids.
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What You’ll Need for This Popsicle Stick Reindeer Craft
How to Make a Popsicle Stick Reindeer
Step 1: Gather Your Supplies
Gather your supplies.
Step 2: Clip the Popsicle Sticks
Clip 3 popsicle sticks: two with one side clipped, the last with both sides clipped.
Step 3: Paint the Sticks Brown
Paint the popsicle sticks brown to resemble a reindeer. Allow to dry.
Step 4: Build the Triangle
Make the reindeer base by arranging craft sticks into a triangle and gluing the corners together.
Step 5: Cut the Ears and Eyes
Cut the reindeer ears and eyes out of brown and white paper.
Step 6: Make Larger Ears
Using the ears you just cut out, create a second set, slightly larger ears.
Step 7: Glue the Ears Together
Glue the reindeer ears together.
Step 8: Attach the Ears
Attach the two ears to the back of the reindeer triangle.
Step 9: Add the Eyes
Add two white circles to the reindeer and color them in with black to show the irises. You can also use googly eyes.
Step 10: Add Clothespin Antlers
Stick clothespins on top to create antlers
Step 11: Make a Yarn Pom Pom
Using red yarn, create a small pompom.
Step 12: Add the Red Nose
Attach the red pom pom to the reindeer on it’s nose.
All done!
Glue string to the back of your reindeer ornament, and it’s complete!
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