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Handprint reindeer

A brown handprint turned upside down becomes a reindeer with finger antlers and a shiny red nose.

Handprint reindeer
LevelBeginner
AgesAges 3 to 5
Time20 minutes plus drying
Cost$2 to $5

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How to make it

  1. Step 1: Paint the hand
    1

    Paint the hand

    Brush brown paint over your child's palm and fingers.

  2. Step 2: Press it upside down
    2

    Press it upside down

    Turn the paper so the fingers will point up. Press the hand flat with fingers spread wide.

  3. Step 3: Clean up
    3

    Clean up

    Wipe their hand while the print dries.

  4. Step 4: Add the nose
    4

    Add the nose

    Glue a red paper circle or press a red fingerprint at the bottom of the palm.

  5. Step 5: Draw the eyes
    5

    Draw the eyes

    Draw 2 eyes above the nose. The fingers are the antlers.

  6. Step 6: Write a name
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    Write a name

    Write the name and year. Turn it into a holiday card if you like.

Edie's tip

Fold the cardstock in half first and print on the front. Instant card.

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