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Halloween is creeping around the corner, and it's time to get into the spirit of things! While gorging on candy and donning costumes is all part of the fun, why not add a dash of creativity to the mix? We've got the perfect craft for your little ghouls and ghosts: Halloween Clothespin Puppets! These spooktacular puppets are easy to make and will have your kids cackling with delight. With eight templates featuring a witch, Frankenstein, mummy, pumpkin, zombie, vampire bat, ghost, and a skeleton, there's a puppet for every eerie occasion.
Materials Needed To Make Halloween Clothespin Puppets:
Wooden clothespins
White Cardstock Papper
Scissors
Tape
To begin your craft you need to download the Halloween Clothespin Puppet Template. This download is available to all members for FREE! You heard me correctly, memberships are free to join for everyone who is 18 years an older! It comes as a coloring page or already colored in. You choose which one you would like to download and create. Click on the link to signup and to find the Halloween Clothespin Puppet Template.
Once, you have downloaded the template, print it on 8.5x11 white cardstock paper and color it in.
Cut out each piece and then carefully cut along the marked teeth line on the puppet to separate the top part from the bottom.
Apply glue onto the gripping section of the clothespin, ensuring thorough coverage. For wooden clothespins use regular stick glue or school glue. If using plastic clothespins, adults can operate a glue gun and attach the pirate puppets to it. Attach the top part of the Halloween monster puppet to the upper section of the gripping area, and align the bottom part with the body to the lower section of the clothespin's gripping area. Double-check for proper alignment between the top and bottom parts of the design. Repeat steps for each of the puppets.
Once the puppets are complete, it's time for your child to put on a Halloween puppet show! Create a stage with a blanket or cardboard box, gather some props, and let the Halloween adventures unfold. Encourage your child to come up with exciting stories, engage in imaginative play, and embark on a spooktacular adventure.
Boo, little spooks and goblins! You've skillfully conjured your very own Kids Halloween Clothespin Puppets, summoning the eerie essence of All Hallows' Eve. Don't forget to explore these other Hair-Raising Halloween Crafts!