Description
Transform empty egg cartons into whimsical birds with this fun and eco-friendly craft perfect for all ages.
Ingredients
- Empty cardboard egg cartons
- Scissors
- Paint or markers
- Glue (white glue or hot glue)
- Googly eyes (optional)
- Craft feathers or tissue paper
- Pipe cleaners (for legs or beaks)
- Paintbrushes (if using paint)
- Newspaper or old cloth (for easy cleanup)
Instructions
- Prepare the Egg Carton: Carefully cut out individual cups from the egg carton as desired.
- Paint Your Birds: Use non-toxic paint or markers to color each cup, allowing it to dry completely.
- Add Googly Eyes: Attach googly eyes using glue for added personality.
- Create Beaks and Legs: Cut small triangles or use pipe cleaners for legs and beaks.
- Add Finishing Touches: Attach feathers and other embellishments to enhance your bird design.
Notes
Consider experimenting with natural dyes and varying shapes for added creativity. These birds can also be made into mobiles or used for nature-themed events.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Crafts
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: N/A
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg