Crayon Cutouts

Why

Combine fabric scraps with Crayola® Crayon designs to create a colorful, textured picture!

Steps

1. With Crayola Erasable Colored Pencils, lightly sketch a picture on white paper. You could make a crisp geometric design, show people having fun, or create an abstract work in the style of famous painters such as Elaine de Kooning---whatever you like!

2. Ask an adult for permission to use fabric scraps. Cut the material into pieces that fit into your design with Crayola Scissors. Attach the fabric to your drawing with Crayola School Glue. Dry.

3. Color in the rest of your picture with Crayola Crayons. The smooth, waxy surfaces make an interesting contrast with the textures of the fabric!

Safety Guidelines

Adult supervision is required for any arts & crafts project. Observe children closely and intervene as necessary to prevent potential safety problems and ensure appropriate use of arts and crafts materials. Some craft items, particularly beads and buttons, are potential choking hazards for young children. Avoid use of such small parts with children younger than 3 years. Craft items such as scissors, push pins and chenille sticks may have sharp points or edges. Avoid use of materials with sharp points by children younger than 4 years. Read all manufacturers' safety warnings before using arts and craft supplies.

Adult Assistance is required for this arts & crafts project.

Scissors—ATTENTION: The cutting edges of scissors are sharp and care should be taken whenever cutting or handling. Blunt-tip scissors should be used only by children 4 years and older. Pointed-tip scissors should be used only by children 6 years and older.

Related Crafts

Crafts

Share on Facebook

Supplies

crayola supplies
  • Crayons
  • Erasable Colored Pencils
  • No-Run School Glue
  • Pointed Tip Scissors
  • Construction Paper
household supplies
  • fabric scraps

Where & When

"My kids were picking wild clothes combinations! This gave us a chance to talk about how to mix colors and patterns."
Althea Z., mom of ages 6 and 8.

"Students illustrated Joseph and his coat of many colors. Some used fabric to create roads, mountains, and animals, too."
Britta M., religious educator.


Interesting Info

Blue was the favorite color of pharaohs in ancient Egypt because it was believed to have special powers of protection against evil.