As the seasons change, I find myself itching to dig out the craft supplies and create something special with my kids. Who doesn’t love a little handmade magic to brighten up the home, right? Just the other day, my daughter and I were trying to make sense of a pile of leaves we’d gathered, and it hit me—why not turn them into vibrant decorations? It made me wonder: how can something so simple spark joy not just for us, but for everyone who sees it? It feels like every crafted piece tells a story, don’t you think? The best part is, the laughter and creativity shared during those moments may just be the best decoration of all.
Items You’ll Need
- Construction Paper
- Scissors
- Glue Stick
- Markers
- Crayons
- Pompoms
- Sparkles/Glitter
- Tape
- Yarn
- Stickers
- Craft Foam Sheets
- Egg Cartons
- Toilet Paper Rolls
- Natural Elements (Leaves, Twigs)
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Gather Your Supplies
I start by gathering all the fun materials I’ll need: construction paper, scissors, glue stick, markers, crayons, pompoms, sparkles, tape, yarn, stickers, craft foam sheets, egg cartons, toilet paper rolls, and some natural elements like leaves and twigs. I lay them out on the table for easy access.
Step 2: Choose a Theme
Next, I decide on a seasonal theme. Is it fall with leaves and pumpkins, or winter with snowflakes and mittens? Today, I choose a fall theme, so I’ll focus on leaves and pumpkins.
Step 3: Create Leaf Shapes
Using the construction paper, I draw different leaf shapes—big ones, small ones, and even funny-looking ones. I carefully cut them out to create a variety of colorful leaves.
Step 4: Decorate the Leaves
Now it’s time to make the leaves vibrant! I grab my markers and crayons and start coloring the leaves with bright reds, oranges, and yellows. I add some sparkles and glitter to make them shine!
Step 5: Make Pumpkins
I grab the orange construction paper next and cut out pumpkin shapes. I also cut out some green paper for leaves. I can glue these together to create cute little pumpkins.
Step 6: Add Fun Details
With my markers, I draw faces on the pumpkins, making them smiley, silly, or spooky! I also use craft foam sheets to add texture. Maybe a foam stem for the pumpkin? Yes!
Step 7: Nature Collage
I take the natural elements I’ve gathered—twigs and leaves—and glue them onto a larger piece of construction paper. I arrange them to create a cozy fall scene—maybe a little nest for the pumpkins!
Step 8: Create a Garland
To make a garland, I cut long strips of construction paper and tape or glue on the leaves and pumpkins. Then, I find some yarn and string everything on it. Now I have a lovely fall garland!
Step 9: Final Touches and Display
I add some stickers for extra flair, maybe a few cute animals! Once I’m finished, I find spots around the house to hang my seasonal decorations. I can’t wait to show my friends and family!