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Sponge stamped wrapping paper

Plain brown paper stamped with stars and trees, so your toddler's art wraps the gifts.

Sponge stamped wrapping paper
LevelBeginner
AgesAges 1 to 3
Time20 minutes plus drying
Cost$4 to $8
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What you'll need

Materials

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How to make it

Safety

Use paint labeled washable and non-toxic (look for the AP seal), and wipe hands before snack time.

  1. Step 1: Cut the stamps
    1

    Cut the stamps

    Grown-up step: Cut sponges into a star, a tree and a circle.

  2. Step 2: Tape the paper
    2

    Tape the paper

    Roll out about 4 feet of paper and tape the corners.

  3. Step 3: Spread the paint
    3

    Spread the paint

    Spread a thin layer of each color on its own plate.

  4. Step 4: Stamp
    4

    Stamp

    Show your toddler how to press a sponge in paint, then on the paper.

  5. Step 5: Fill the roll
    5

    Fill the roll

    Let them stamp anywhere. Gaps are fine.

  6. Step 6: Dry it
    6

    Dry it

    Leave it flat for 2 hours before wrapping.

Edie's tip

Clip a clothespin to each sponge for a little handle. Fingers stay cleaner.

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