Looking for some fun winter crafts for your kids? How about utilizing items that you would usually put in the trash, and putting them to some constructive use? This tissue box igloo craft for kids is just that and more!
Why try this igloo craft for kids?
This fun winter themed craft is perfect to try out when you’re teaching your kids about different seasons and are focusing on winter in particular. This craft activity will keep your kids occupied for a while, and also help them learn more about igloos and how they help keep you warm.
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supplIES needed for this igloo craft for kids
- Empty Tissue Box (I used a long rectangular box, but a square tissue box would work just as well)
- Blue poster board (You could also use white poster board)
- Cotton balls
- Hot glue gun and glue sticks
- Scissors
- Tape
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how to make this tissue box igloo craft for kids
step 1
Begin by turning the tissue box upside down. Open both ends of the tissue box, and cut along the top seam/fold of the box, approximately 1”, on both sides.
STEP 2
Fold the sides back in, and fold the top flap over, and hot glue back together. The sides of the tissue box will now be slightly rounded, and your tissue box should be shaped similar to an igloo.
STEP 3
Next, measure and cut the poster board to fit across the top of the tissue box, and adhere with hot glue. Cut another piece of poster board to fit across the front rounded portion of the tissue box, right above the “door” opening, and adhere with hot glue.
STEP 4
To make the tunnel entrance you will need to cut a strip of poster board approximately 3-4” wide. Fold the poster board around the “door” to measure how long you will need, and cut accordingly. Make a ½” fold the length of the cut piece of poster board, and then cut small slits all the way across the fold, spacing the slits approximately 2” apart.
STEP 5
Using hot glue, attach the poster board around the “door” of the tissue box, using the cut slits on the fold to help curve the poster board as your glue. Your tissue box should now be in the shape of an igloo, with a tunnel entrance, and dome shape.
STEP 6
Lastly, using the glue gun, attach cotton balls all over the tissue box, making sure to cover all sides and the tunnel entrance. Let the glue dry, and your tissue box igloo is ready for play!
You can add little characters for fun or even make your own figures from popsicle sticks.
Tissue Box Igloo Craft For Kids
Materials
- Empty Tissue Box (I used a long rectangular box, but a square tissue box would work just as well)
- Blue poster board (You could also use white poster board)
- Cotton balls
- Hot glue gun and glue sticks
- Scissors
- Tape
Instructions
- Begin by turning the tissue box upside down. Open both ends of the tissue box, and cut along the top seam/fold of the box, approximately 1”, on both sides.
- Fold the sides back in, and fold the top flap over, and hot glue back together. The sides of the tissue box will now be slightly rounded, and your tissue box should be shaped similar to an igloo.
- Next, measure and cut the poster board to fit across the top of the tissue box, and adhere with hot glue. Cut another piece of poster board to fit across the front rounded portion of the tissue box, right above the “door” opening, and adhere with hot glue.
- To make the tunnel entrance you will need to cut a strip of poster board approximately 3-4” wide. Fold the poster board around the “door” to measure how long you will need, and cut accordingly. Make a ½” fold the length of the cut piece of poster board, and then cut small slits all the way across the fold, spacing the slits approximately 2” apart.
- Using hot glue, attach the poster board around the “door” of the tissue box, using the cut slits on the fold to help curve the poster board as your glue. Your tissue box should now be in the shape of an igloo, with a tunnel entrance, and dome shape.
- Lastly, using the glue gun, attach cotton balls all over the tissue box, making sure to cover all sides and the tunnel entrance. Let the glue dry, and your tissue box igloo is ready for play!
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About Angela Milnes
Angela Milnes is a Qualified Early Years Teacher who has specialised in Preschool and Kindergarten teaching. She has a wealth of experience teaching young children and is passionate about kids crafts and having fun as a family. Angela has also taught cooking skills and loves to share both family recipes and easy instant pot recipes here on The Inspiration Edit. Follow her on Pinterest!
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