Popsicle Stick Monster

A scary good craft at home! Make a monster popsicle stick craft with Crayola supplies and items you already have on hand.

Ages: 4 and up, 8 and up, Tween and up, 6 and up

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Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

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Construction Paper
Glue
Paint
Paint Brushes
Pencil(s)
Popsicle Sticks
Wiggle Eyes

Steps

Step 1

Cover 5–7 popsicle sticks with paint. Dry 1–2 hours. Add second coat. Dry 1–2 hours.
Step 2

Line up painted popsicle sticks side by side. Glue unpainted popsicle stick across the middle to hold sticks together and create base for monster arms.
Step 3

Let glue dry 15–30 minutes, then flip sticks over.
Step 4

Sketch and cut out construction paper mouth.
Step 5

Draw teeth in mouth with markers. Glue to popsicle sticks.
Step 6

Sketch and cut out cardstock body parts such as arms, horns, and tail. Glue to popsicle sticks.
Step 7

Glue wiggle eyes to popsicle sticks. Let all glue steps dry 1–2 hours.
Step 8

Create more creatures for a monster mash!

Crafts

CIY Staff Tips

If you don’t have a popsicle sticks at home, substitute a craft sticks instead.
Experiment with other supplies like chenille stems and cotton swabs to make a frighteningly good family of monsters!

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