Little Leaf Bugs

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kids crafts little leaf bugs - finished result

Fun Kids Crafts

Little Leaf Bugs

What you need:

A selection of leaves

Acrylic paints

Paintbrushes

kids crafts little leaf bugs - what you need paints paintbrushes and leaves

Step 1: Gather Leaves

Gather leaves on a family walk. Look for different shapes, sizes and colours.

If your leaves are a bit curled up or you plan to paint them the next day then pop them between some heavy books to flatten them out.

Step 2: Paint the backgrounds

kids crafts little leaf bugs - backgrounds painted

Paint the backgrounds of the leaves with bright colours.

Acrylic paint works best. As the leaves soak in the paint you will need two coats for the most even coverage.

Step 3: Jazz them up!

kids crafts - little leaf bugs - finished result

Start adding little details to decorate, such as spots, strips, wiggles and zigzags.

You can make your leaves into funny bugs, colourful fish or even brightly plumed birds, such as our colourful peacock.

Add the eyes and finer details to make your little leaf bugs look really fabulous!

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