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Hole punch confetti art

Your child punches a pile of paper dots, then glues them into a sparkly mosaic picture.

Hole punch confetti art
LevelBeginner
AgesAges 4 to 5
Time30 minutes
Cost$0 to $5

What you'll need

Materials

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How to make it

  1. Step 1: Punch the dots
    1

    Punch the dots

    Have your child squeeze the hole punch on paper scraps. Use 2 hands if needed.

  2. Step 2: Collect the confetti
    2

    Collect the confetti

    Open the bottom of the punch and pour the dots into a dish.

  3. Step 3: Draw a shape
    3

    Draw a shape

    Draw a big balloon, cake or star on the cardstock.

  4. Step 4: Paint on glue
    4

    Paint on glue

    Let them spread glue inside the shape with a cotton swab.

  5. Step 5: Sprinkle the dots
    5

    Sprinkle the dots

    Have them pinch and sprinkle confetti over the glue until it's covered.

Edie's tip

Squeezing a hole punch takes real strength. Thin paper helps beginners feel successful.

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