Easter will be here shortly and today we have a fantastic Easter chick craft project which is fun, simple and easy to make with the kids. So if you're a fan of cute easter crafts, you'll love this easter chicken craft idea!
I really enjoy Easter, It's my second favourite holiday season after Christmas and we always get two weeks as a family to be together. I am looking forward to the Easter holidays and making lots of Easter crafts with my daughter.
I hope you enjoy this fantastic Easter chick craft.
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💖 Why You'll Love This Craft
- Soft and Fluffy Fun: Yarn adds a cozy texture that makes bunnies, chicks, and eggs feel extra snuggly.
- Fine Motor Win: Wrapping yarn around shapes is sneaky skill-building for little hands.
- Easter Basket Ready: These make adorable handmade gifts or fillers for your kiddo’s Easter basket.
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This cute Easter chick craft is a fun Easter activity to make with the kids.
So what are the types of yarn?
There are three main types of yarn used in crafting. These are Animal fiber based yarns, plant fiber based yarns, and synthetic fiber based yarns.
- Animal fiber based yarns include wool, silk and cashmere.
- Plant fiber based yarns include hemp, cotton and bamboo.
- Synthetic fiber base yarns include nylon, polyester and rayon.
🎨 Supplies Needed
- Yarn—yellow, orange, green
- 2 Small Pieces Cardboard
- 1 Small Piece Orange Paper
- 2 Googly Eyes
- 2 Small Yellow Feathers
- Glue Stick
- Scissors
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🖌️ How To Make an Easter Chick Yarn Character
- Step 1: First, cut out an egg shape and a carrot shape from the cardboard. I made mine about 6-inchs long, but you can make any size. Make sure to leave a little carrot top on that cutout so you can wrap green around it.
- Step 2: Cut 2 little chicken feet out of the orange paper. Fold another small piece of orange paper in half and cut a triangle shape so it opens and closes like a beak.
- Step 3: Rub a couple swipes of glue on one side of the cardboard pieces. Take the yellow yarn and stick the starting end to the glue and start wrapping it around the cardboard. You can go all different directions, just make sure to keep the yarn tight as you wrap it around. Once you are done, tuck the end under a few wrapped pieces so it stays put.
- Step 4: Repeat step 3 using the carrot cutout. Use the orange yarn for the carrot part and the green yarn to wrap around the carrot top.
- Step 5: Now just tuck one each of the feathers under the yarn on each side of the yellow chick body. Glue on the 2 googly eyes, the beak, and the feet to your Easter chick. You now have a cute little Easter chick and an Easter bunny carrot!
💡 Pro Tip: Combine different textures by mixing yarn with other materials like ribbons or fabric scraps. This adds variety and depth to the Easter craft, making it more exciting and visually interesting!
🧑🎨 Expert Tips
- Pick Soft, Bright Yarn: Choose soft, colorful yarns in pastel shades like pink, blue, yellow, and lavender. These colors are perfect for Easter-themed crafts and create a cheerful, spring-like vibe.
- Create Yarn Shapes: Start by making yarn pom-poms for Easter eggs or bunny tails. Wrap yarn around a fork or your fingers to make the perfect fluffy shapes, and attach them to the craft for a textured look.
- Use Glue Sparingly: When working with yarn, a little glue goes a long way. Too much glue can make the yarn soggy and less fun to handle, so apply it carefully to keep the yarn intact.
- Try Yarn-Wrapped Crafts: Encourage kids to wrap yarn around shapes like eggs or cardboard cutouts to create a textured surface. This is a fun and easy way to add dimension to the craft without requiring complex steps.
- Personalize with Details: Add small features like googly eyes, felt cutouts, or buttons to bring the yarn creations to life. Personalizing the craft gives each project its own unique charm.
- Let Dry Fully: Once glued, allow the yarn crafts to dry completely before handling. This prevents the yarn from shifting and ensures a clean finish.
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Simple Easter Crafts Using Yarn
Materials
- Yarn Yellow, Orange, Green
- 2 Small Pieces Small Cardboards
- 1 Small Orange Paper
- 2 Googly Eyes
- 2 Small Yellow Feathers
- 1 Glue Stick
- 1 Scissors
Instructions
- First, cut out an egg shape and a carrot shape from the cardboard. I made mine about 6 inches long, but you can make any size. Make sure to leave a little carrot top on that cutout so you can wrap green around it.
- Cut 2 little chicken feet out of the orange paper.
- Fold another small piece of orange paper in half and cut a triangle shape so it opens and closes like a beak.
- Rub a couple swipes of glue on one side of the cardboard pieces. Take the yellow yarn and stick the starting end to the glue and start wrapping it around the cardboard. You can go all different directions, just make sure to keep the yarn tight as you wrap it around. Once you are done, tuck the end under a few wrapped pieces so it stays put.
- Repeat step 3 using the carrot cutout. Use the orange yarn for the carrot part and the green yarn to wrap around the carrot top.
- Now just tuck one each of the feathers under the yarn on each side of the yellow chick body.
- Glue on the 2 googly eyes, the beak, and the feet to your Easter chick. You now have a cute little Easter chick and an Easter bunny carrot!
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