Autumn is here, and what better way to celebrate than with a fun Halloween activity with the kids! We’ve found a great idea for you and your little ones to create a scarecrow with this easy tutorial.
Step 1: Gather Your Supplies
To make this scarecrow, you’ll need:
- Old Clothes
- Scissors
- Marker
- Newspaper
- Packing Tape
- Hay or straw
- Rope or Twine
- Fall Leaves
- Button or Beads for the eyes
- Orange or Black Paint
- Paper Bag
Step 2: Prepare Your Scarecrow’s Body
First, you’ll need to prepare your scarecrow’s body. A simple way to do this is by stuffing old clothes with hay or straw. First, decide on the size of your scarecrow; for example, a child-size shirt and pants could work well. Then, stuff the shirt and pants with hay or straw, leaving some room for the arms and legs.
Step 3: Create the Scarecrow’s Arms and Legs
Next, create the scarecrow’s arms and legs. Use newspaper to create a ball shape and wrap with packing tape to secure. Add additional newspaper as desired to create the desired thickness. Make sure to create each arm and leg separately.
Step 4: Dress Your Scarecrow
Dress your scarecrow in the old clothes you have chosen. This is a great time to let your kids get creative, add hats and accessories to make each scarecrow unique.
Step 5: Assemble Your Scarecrow
To assemble your scarecrow, attach your arms and legs to the body of the scarecrow using rope or twine. You can also use string or ribbon to tie the hands and feet together.
Step 6: Add Some Finishing Touches
To finish off your scarecrow, add some fun Fall leaves to give it that autumn feel. For the eyes, select either buttons or beads and attach with glue or use black paint for a more spooky vibe.
Step 7: Display Your Scarecrow
Now that you have finished your scarecrow, you can proudly display it for all to see. Place your new creation outside your front door or create a fun Fall display with hay bales, pumpkins, and other autumn decor.
This Halloween activity is a great way to get creative and spend some quality time with your children. Now, you have a spooktacular decoration to enjoy throughout the Fall season.
