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Sticks Dreamcatcher Crafting Activity for Kids

Use sticks, wooden shapes, and Apple Barrel to create a charming kids’ dreamcatcher.

At a Glance:

#6421 Skill Level: Beginner Time:
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This project features these great brands:

  • Apple Barrel Logo
supplies

Apple Barrel ® Colors - Petunia Purple, 2 oz. - 20226

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
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Apple Barrel ® Colors - Caribbean, 2 oz. - 20247

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Apple Barrel ® Colors - White, 2 oz. - 20503

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Apple Barrel ® Colors - Bright Yellow, 2 oz. - 20513

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Apple Barrel ® Colors - Flag Red, 2 oz. - 21469

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
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Plaid ® Brush Sets - Foam Brush Set of 4 - 44246

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
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instructions

Other Supplies

Tree sticks – (3) 12” L; (3) 3.5” L, Jute string – Lime green and gray, Wood hearts, Wood beads, Feathers & Pom-Poms - assorted colors, Hot glue, Needle, Scissors, ½” Flat brush, Water basin, Paper towels

Instructions

  1. Hot glue the large sticks into a triangle and then the smaller sticks into a triangle. Paint stripes around the sticks in the variety of colors listed. Let dry.
  2. Wrap and tie each corner of the triangles in the green jute and also secure with a dot of hot glue.
  3. Cut approximately two yards of jute. Starting at the top of the larger triangle, wrap around and then wrap around the top of the smaller triangle. Continue to wrap the two triangles together letting the smaller one suspend inside the larger one. Knot and glue when finished.
  4. Paint the hearts and beads in a variety of colors. Let dry.
  5. Using the gray jute, string together seven strands of varying lengths of pom-poms, feathers, wooden beads and hearts. For the feathers, wrap around the end of the feather and secure with a little hot glue.
  6. Tie strands to the bottom stick of the triangle.
  7. Tie a jute loop at the top of the dream catcher to hang.

Disclaimer: The information found in each project is presented in good faith, but no warranty is given, nor results guaranteed, nor is freedom from any patent to be inferred. Since we have no control over physical conditions surrounding the application of information herein contained, Plaid Enterprises, Inc. disclaims any liability for untoward results.

Important: Please be sure to thoroughly read the instructions for all products, paying particular attention to all cautions and warnings shown to ensure the proper and safe use of the product.

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