Ever seen preschoolers light up at storytime, count proudly to three, or beam as they share what makes them special? That’s September at Creative Corner! Under our Fall In Love With Learning theme, kids explore shapes, colors, ABCs & 123s, family, and storybook fun. From Johnny Appleseed to playful experiments, every day brings hands-on discovery and joyful preschool moments.
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Spring is almost here, and what better way to celebrate the season of blooming flowers than with a fun and creative craft? These painted paper plate flowers are a perfect activity to brighten up your day! With just a few simple materials, you and your child can create colorful, layered flowers that make great decorations, gifts, or even a playful classroom project. Plus, they help improve fine motor skills and encourage creativity.
This blog includes a short video from Mini Messengers, guiding you through each step of the process. Gather your supplies, and let’s get crafting!
🌸 Four paper plates
🌸 Scissors
🌸 Glue stick
🌸 Markers
🌸 Liquid watercolor
🌸 Paintbrush
Using scissors, carefully cut four different flower shapes from your paper plates. Each one should be slightly smaller than the last, so they can be stacked to create a layered effect. Don’t worry about making them perfect—flowers come in all shapes and sizes!
Use liquid watercolor and paintbrushes to add vibrant colors to your flowers. Let your child explore color combinations and designs! Once the paint is dry, use markers to add details like dots, stripes, or even fun patterns.
Start with the biggest flower as the base. Apply glue to the center and layer the smaller flowers on top, one at a time. Press firmly to ensure they stick together.
Let your flower dry completely. You can even attach a paper straw or pipe cleaner to the back to create a stem, making it a fun display piece!
🌸 Turn them into a bouquet – Make multiple flowers and arrange them in a vase for a cheerful table decoration.
🎨 Experiment with textures – Try using tissue paper, glitter, or stickers for added dimension.
📸 Capture the moment – Take pictures of your child’s finished masterpiece and share it with us on social media!
Crafting is a wonderful way to bond with your child, foster creativity, and develop important skills. We hope you and your little ones enjoy making these painted paper plate flowers!
Check out the Mini Messengers video below for a step-by-step guide, and happy crafting!
In the fall and winter, you can often find some stunning pine cones in your area. These small miracles of nature are endlessly fascinating for children, as they can imagine all sorts of ways to use them. Pine cones come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors, making them ideal for a fall craft project: making a pine cone bird feeder! Plus, you get to enjoy time outside with your family as you’re gathering some medium to large pine cones.