String Mummy Halloween Art for Kids

This is a great activity for the kids to do because it's one that they can complete on their own. A lot of times, crafting can get overly complicated - and who has time for that?

Using string to make art is great for teaching the kids that art can come in all different shapes and forms. Yes, you can draw and paint with art, but string and other objects are beautiful and lovely as well.

Is Yarn a Good Craft Material?

It is. Yarn is not only pliable, but it can hold its shape as well. That means that the kids will work on their fine motor skills with wrapping, tying, and gluing and learn all the various ways that they can use yarn!

Tips for making a String Mummy Craft

The biggest tip for making this Halloween craft is that the kids need to be sure to have the yarn wrapped tightly so that it doesn't fall apart. This is the best way to keep that mummy looking like a mummy without any issue!

Wrapping the yarn around the googly eyes is also important as it helps to hold them in place. Even though you are gluing them, the yarn is just securing them as well. No one wants those google eyes to fall off!

Even though mummies are typically white in color, let the kids have fun and use different colors of yarn as well!

🎨 Supplies Needed

Black-colored paper
Template provided
Yarn
Googly eyes
Double-sided tape
Glue
Glue gun & stick
Scissor

🖌️ How to Make a Yarn Mummy

Step 1: Print the template provided and cut it.

Step 2: Paste it into the black-colored paper, and cut it.

Step 3: Attach the googly eyes.

wrapping the yarn around the black template

Step 4: Cover the yarn around it until it covers all, but leave the eyes open, and you’re done with your mummy craft this Halloween.

Why is my yarn not staying put?

Make sure that the kids are wrapping it tight enough! It doesn't need to be so tight that it's causing the paper to wrinkle, but it does need to be tight enough that it holds in place. If all else fails, add some tape and glue to hold it.

Fun ways to share this Halloween mummy craft

This would be a super cute decoration for the windows and doors or fun to hand out to the kids that come to the house to trick or treat!

It's also just a super easy Halloween craft that is great for putting everyone in the spooky spirit!

More Halloween fun

💡 Pro Tip: Incorporate glow-in-the-dark yarn or add glow-in-the-dark paint to the finished mummy. This enhancement makes the craft stand out in low light and adds an extra spooky effect for decorations.

🧑‍🎨 Expert Tips

Character Backstory: Encourage children to create a unique backstory for their mummy, such as its name, origin, and favorite activities, to foster creativity and engagement.
Adventure Scenarios: Prompt kids to imagine adventures their mummy might embark on, like exploring ancient tombs or attending a Halloween party, enhancing narrative skills.
Dialogue Practice: Have children write or verbalize dialogues their mummy might have with other characters, promoting language development and expressive skills.
Scene Creation: Suggest building a simple diorama or backdrop for the mummy's adventures using household items, encouraging spatial awareness and design thinking.
Role-Playing: Encourage kids to act out scenes with their mummy, perhaps incorporating other toys or crafts, to develop social and emotional understanding.
Story Sharing: Organize a mini storytelling session where children can share their mummy's tales with family or peers, building confidence and communication skills.

💭 FAQs

How does wrapping yarn improve spatial skills?

Wrapping yarn around a template enhances spatial awareness by requiring children to judge distances and angles. This activity helps them understand how shapes occupy space.

Can this craft teach geometric concepts?

Yes, creating a mummy shape introduces basic geometry, such as recognizing rectangles and curves. It provides a hands-on way to explore these concepts.

Does layering yarn develop depth perception?

Layering yarn over the template helps children perceive depth and layering. This practice strengthens their ability to interpret three-dimensional structures.

How does this activity aid in understanding symmetry?

Aligning yarn evenly on both sides of the template fosters an understanding of symmetry. It encourages children to balance elements visually.

Love these crafts! Don't forget to pin them on Pinterest or leave a comment and let us know how you got on!