Crown Jewels

Why

Ever dream of being a king or queen? Create a gorgeous, glittering crown that will wow your royal court.


Steps

1. Crown jewels are masterpieces done by artisans throughout the centuries. Let your imagination soar while your create your own sparkling crown.

2. On the long half of an opened recycled file folder, use Crayola® Erasable Colored Pencils to outline a crown. Cut it out with Crayola Total Tools™ Ultimate Cutter™. Erase any extra marks.

3. Color your crown using Crayola Gel Markers.

4. Decorate it with swirls of Crayola Glitter Glue. Place sequins, pretend jewels, and other decorative craft items in the wet glue. Air-dry the crown.

5. To form a headband, cut a wide strip of file folder. Attach it to each end of your crown with Crayola School Glue. Air-dry the crown. You are royalty!

Safety Guidelines

Adult supervision is required for any arts & crafts project.

Costumes & Masks— CAUTION: When children wear hand-crafted costumes and masks, make sure the crafts do not obstruct the child’s vision, hearing, or impede movement. Do not use feathers, fabric, or raffia on wearable costumes and masks because these items do not pass costume flammability tests. Wearable masks are those held in place on the face with elastic, yarn, or other materials. Keep away from open flames.

Glitter Glue— WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD—Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Not for use on skin.

Small Parts— WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD—Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

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

 

Supplies

crayola supplies
  • Erasable Colored Pencils
  • Gel Markers
  • No-Run School Glue
  • Glitter Glue
  • Total Tools™ Ultimate Cutter™
household supplies
  • recycled file folders
  • decorative craft items

Where & When

"My daughter and I created royal crowns to honor her grandmothers. They absolutely loved them."
Claudia F., mother of age 9.

"After touring our museum’s jewelry collection, children make crowns. They appeal to everyone!"
Kuo-Ying W., museum docent.


Interesting Info

Did you know that the Star of Africa is the largest cut diamond in the world? It weighs 530 carats and is part of the Royal Scepter. The diamond is kept in the Tower of London with the Crown Jewels.