Brighten up your craft table with playful spring chicks made from egg cartons.
This fun activity brings spring themes to life while exploring creativity with colours and textures. Here’s how to craft these adorable chicks.
Materials Needed
- Egg cartons (paper or foam)
- Yellow paint and brushes
- Googly eyes
- Coloured paper (orange and yellow)
- Scissors
- Glue or a hot glue gun
- Optional: glitter, markers, or stickers for extra decoration
Step 1: Prepare the Egg Carton
Cut out two egg cups for each chick. These will form the body. Smooth out any rough edges to ensure they fit together nicely.
Step 2: Assemble the Body
Glue the two egg cups together, open ends facing each other, to create a round shape. Allow the glue to dry completely before painting.
Step 3: Paint the Body
Apply yellow paint to cover the entire chick’s body. Use two coats for even coverage and a vibrant finish. Let the paint dry fully before adding details.
Step 4: Add Features
- Beak: Cut a small triangle from orange paper and glue it to the centre of the chick’s face.
- Feet: Cut small, rounded feet from orange paper and attach them to the bottom of the chick.
- Eyes: Glue googly eyes above the beak to give the chick personality.
- Feather Tuft: Cut a small tuft from yellow paper and glue it to the top of the chick’s head.
Step 5: Customise Your Chicks
Experiment with different feather styles, patterns, or decorations to make each chick unique. Add glitter, stickers, or even tiny accessories to personalise your springtime flock.
Step 6: Display Your Flock
Arrange your chicks in a springtime scene, use them as table decor, or give them as cheerful handmade gifts. This craft is a great way for children to learn about spring themes while exploring their artistic side.
With simple materials and a touch of creativity, these egg carton chicks bring the joys of spring to life. Perfect for rainy days or seasonal celebrations, they’re as fun to make as they are to display.
