Fairytale Fabrics
Read a new fairy tale or revisit an old favorite. Create your own fabric book illustrated with gorgeous Crayola® Fabric Markers!
1. Fairy and folk tales have been passed down from generation to generation through word of mouth and children’s books. How do you know whether these stories are true or not? Who are some of your favorite storytellers or illustrators?
2. Put a new twist on your favorite story by creating original illustrations on cloth using Crayola® Fabric Markers. Select heavy fabric such as felt or canvas to use for your book. Measure and cut out several pieces of fabric. The number, shape, and size are up to you.
3. If you wish, use Crayola Erasable Colored Pencils to sketch your designs on a paper. The colors are easy to erase if you change your mind!
4. Use your imagination and Fabric Markers to draw on the fabric. Add words, phrases, summaries, or borders to each page. Show as many scenes from the fairy tale as you like.
5. To bind your book, punch holes in the fabric. Thread ribbon through the openings to keep your pages together. Share your tales with younger children or others in your class.
Adult supervision is required for any 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.
String-Like Materials—Includes string, raffia, lacing, yarn, ribbon, and other similar material. Children 3 years and younger should not be given any string-like material that is longer than 12 inches. Close adult supervision is essential whenever children use string-like material. When crafts are to be worn around the necks of children 8 years and younger, attach the ends of the “string-like material” with clear adhesive tape, which allows easy release of the bond if the craft becomes entangled or caught on equipment. For children older than 8 years, the ends of the “string-like material” may be tied and knotted.
- Illustrate your favorite scene from a fairy or folk tale on a large piece of fabric to create a wall hanging. Display it in your classroom, hall, or library.
- To do some creative writing, write and illustrate an original fairy tale.
- Younger children and some students with special needs may need help to hold the fabric in place while they draw.
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