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DIY Emoji Gift Bag

Party time, excellent! No party poopers here—just a DIY emoji gift bag to give or a DIY emoji goodie bag to get at birthdays and fun celebrations.

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

Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

Gather all the supplies needed to bring your craft ideas to life! ...

  • Construction Paper
  • Glitter Glue
  • Glue
  • Markers
  • Paint Brushes
  • Watercolours
  • Disposable Cup
  • Gift Bag(s)
  • Pencil(s)
  • Water

Steps

  • Step 1

    Paint watercolor design on front of gift bag. Let dry 1 hour and flip. Paint back of gift bag.

  • Step 2

    Gently open bag and paint designs on both sides of bag. Stand bag up and let dry 1–2 hours.

  • Step 3

    Cut out construction paper circle to create emoji face.

  • Step 4

    Sketch emoji facial features with pencil.

  • Step 5

    Color in facial features with markers.

  • Step 6

    Add sparkly details to face with glitter glue. Thin glitter glue with paint brush if needed. Dry 3–4 hours.

  • Step 7

    Cut construction paper strip approximately 5”H x 1”W.

  • Step 8

    Roll strip to create loop and glue to secure.

  • Step 9

    Position loop vertically and glue to middle of bag.

  • Step 10

    Glue emoji face to loop to create 3D effect. Dry 15 minutes.

Crafts

CIY Staff Tips

  • When painting the back of the bag, carefully flip down bottom flap of bag to ensure full coverage.

  • For this DIY craft, we recommend covering surfaces and protecting clothing.

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