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Paper Plate Weaving
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Teach kids basic weaving techniques while creating a colorful, textured piece of art.
Material List
Paper plates
Yarn or string in various colors
Scissors
Hole punch
Plastic yarn needles (optional)
Markers or crayons for decoration
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Step by Step Instructions
Prepare the Plate
(5–10 minutes):
Use a hole punch to make evenly spaced holes around the rim of the paper plate.
Cut a long piece of yarn and tie one end to one of the holes.
Start Weaving
(15–20 minutes):
Thread the yarn through the holes, creating a crisscross or spiral pattern.
Switch colors as desired by tying a new piece of yarn to the old one.
Decorate
(10–15 minutes):
Use markers or crayons to decorate the plate’s edges with patterns or doodles.
Display
(Optional, 5 minutes):
Tie a loop at the top of the plate to hang the finished piece on a wall.
Skills Developed
Enhances fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
Encourages patience and focus.
Promotes creativity through color and pattern choices.
