Paper Plate Scarecrow Craft

“A Paper Plate Scarecrow is a charming and fun fall-themed craft that kids will love. It's simple to make and allows for creativity with materials and design.

Materials Needed:

• Paper Plate

• Construction Paper (brown, orange, yellow, and other colors for the hat and facial features)

• Markers or Crayons

• Glue or Tape

• Scissors

• Yarn or Raffia (for the scarecrow’s hair)

• Googly Eyes (optional)

• Stickers, Buttons, or Glitter (optional for decoration)

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Prepare the Base

 Use the paper plate as the scarecrow’s face.

• Optionally, paint or color the plate a light tan or beige to mimic skin tone.

• Let the paint dry if used.

2. Make the Hat

1. Cut a large rectangle or triangle from construction paper to form the scarecrow’s hat.

2. Decorate the hat with markers, stickers, or small cutouts like leaves or flowers.

3. Glue or tape the hat to the top of the paper plate.

3. Add the Hair

1. Cut strips of yarn or raffia to create the scarecrow’s hair.

2. Glue the strips to the sides and bottom edge of the hat, letting them hang down onto the paper plate.

4. Create the Face

1. Glue on googly eyes, or draw eyes with markers or crayons.

2. Cut a small triangle from orange construction paper for the nose and glue it in place.

3. Draw a smile with a black marker, adding “stitches” for a rustic look.

5. Add Final Details

1. Glue on buttons or small decorations to the hat or face for extra flair.

2. Optional: Cut out a small bow tie or scarf from construction paper and attach it to the bottom of the plate.

Optional Enhancements:

• Add a Straw Neck: Glue strips of raffia or paper below the plate to resemble the scarecrow’s body.

• Make It a Puppet: Attach a popsicle stick to the back of the plate for use as a puppet.

• Seasonal Theme: Incorporate fall-themed stickers or colors like red, orange, and yellow.