Ready to dive into a winter wonderland of fun? This beautiful and easy paper plate snowflake wreath craft is a great way to bring the beauty of winter inside (without the cold and mess of melting snow). With just a few basic supplies, we’ve included variation ideas so that kids of any age can make this simple wreath craft, perfect for the winter season.
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Why You’ll Love This Snowflake Wreath Craft
Kids of all ages can have so much fun making this snowflake wreath craft their own. This craft is a blank canvas for imaginative minds; kids can express their creativity freely. They can also refine their fine motor skills during cutting and pasting. This project seamlessly integrates skill development into the fun.
Materials
- Big white paper plate
- Glue
- Scissors
- Blue acrylic paint
- Foam paintbrush or sponge piece
- White and light blue paper for the snowflakes
- Printed snowflakes template (download included)
Instructions
Step 1)
Gather all the materials you will need and print the included free snowflake template download.
Step 2)
Cut out a circle from the center of the paper plate, leaving only the base of the wreath in a paper plate ring.
Step 3)
Paint the wreath base with blue acrylic paint (or whatever color shade you prefer) using a sponge brush to give it some texture.
Step 4)
Cut out the snowflakes template you printed. You can use any color; we used sky blue and white for the snowflakes. Younger kids might like using small foam snowflake stickers for this fun craft if their scissor skills aren’t ready for the template.
Step 5)
Once the paint is dry, attach the finished snowflakes to the blue-painted paper plate with white glue or a glues tick. Feel free to add additional decorations or personalize your paper plate wreath as you’d like.
Step 6)
Attach a string at the top of the wreath and it’s now ready to be hung and displayed!
Template Download
You can download your free PDF file template using the download button after this next image. Once you download the PDF, you can print your snowflakes at home or at your local print shop. Choose to print the black and white or full color version of this craft template.
Tips & Troubleshooting
Prep Ahead:
Before you gather the kids, organize all the materials neatly. Having everything at arm’s reach minimizes interruptions and keeps the excitement flowing.
Painting:
To make the wreath base pop, consider using different shades of blue or experimenting with other colors. Let the kids explore blending hues for a vibrant and textured finish.
Safety First:
Keep safety in mind during the cutting phase. Ensure kids are using child-friendly scissors and judge if they need adult supervision as they cut out the circle from the paper plate.
Variation Ideas
Origami Snowflakes
You can use any kind of cut paper snowflakes that you like to make this craft. Kids can use their scissor skills to cut snowflakes from the included template. Or try folding small squares of paper and cut strips and triangles out of them to make unique snowflake patterns.
You could also use foam snowflake stickers to make this craft as easy as possible for toddlers to attempt.
Glitter
If you’re a glitter fan, consider using glitter glue or loose glitter to make your snowflakes sparkle. A dusting of shimmer adds a magical, frosty finish to your snowflake wreath. You could also use tissue paper to add texture to this simple craft.
Personalized Photo Frame:
Transform your snowflake wreath into a personalized photo frame by leaving a space in the center. Add a cherished winter photo or a drawing to create a keepsake wreath with sentimental value.
Benefits of This Snowflake Wreath Craft For Kids
Fine Motor Skills Development:
Engaging in activities like cutting, painting, and attaching snowflakes to the wreath promotes the development of fine motor skills. As little hands maneuver scissors and hold the paintbrush, they enhance their coordination and precision.
Creativity and Imagination:
The open-ended nature of this craft encourages kids to unleash their creativity. From selecting colors for the wreath base to personalizing snowflakes, it’s a great activity that gives children the freedom to make artistic choices, fostering their imagination.
Pride in Accomplishment:
Completing a creative project boosts a child’s self-esteem and sense of accomplishment. Hanging the finished snowflake wreath on display in your classroom, home or front door becomes a source of pride, reinforcing the idea that effort and creativity result in something beautiful.
Final Thoughts
Unleash your creativity, and let the warmth of homemade happiness shine brightly throughout the winter season! If the chill of winter is keeping you indoors, it’s a great time to craft something fun and pretty like this easy paper plate snowflake wreath craft for kids.
Your kids might also like this Winter Snowball Sensory Bin activity or this adorable Snowman Paper Plate Puppet Craft next!
Stick around Crafty Kids Play for more art projects your whole family will love, sensory activities and crafts for kids!
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