Popsicle stick and clothespin airplane craft

This Popsicle stick and clothes pin airplane craft is a fun afternoon project for one kid or a group of kids. All you need are Popsicle sticks, wooden clothespin, glue, magnet (and optional…paint and paint brushes). Follow this easy step by step to turn some dollar store supplies into an afternoon boredom buster…

Popsicle stick and clothes pin airplane craft

Disclaimer: I didn’t create this craft. My son made it at camp. However, it sits on my fridge everyday and inspires me to share it with you.

You will need:

• 4 and a half Popsicle sticks
• 1 wooden clothespin
• 1 small magnet
• Optional: paint and paint brushes to paint the wings

Directions:

1. Place the wooden clothes pin vertically. On the end-which-clips-down, glue two Popsicle sticks to either side of the clip. These are the wings (top and bottom) to your plane.
2. Take the half sized Popsicle stick (adult should cut it) and glue it to the end-you-pinch of the clothes pin. This will be the tail of the airplane.
3. Turn the tail over and glue the magnet to the bottom of the clothespin.
4. Decorate as you like*
5. Pinch the tail/magnet end to open the end-which-clamps-down and insert a picture.
6. Magnet to fridge or magnet board.
7. Done!

*Decoration ideas: paint, markers, stickers, washi tape.

This Popsicle stick and clothes pin airplane craft is a great gift kids can make. Also, a very decent boredom buster, school break idea, and rainy day activity.

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