About This Project

A 10–20 minutes craft for ages 3–10, using supplies you likely already have — Tape, Scissors, and Pencils.

GlueStick supports kids from setup to cleanup. After they choose a project, we guide them through gathering the supplies, making it, and cleaning up when they're done. We'll even help them share it safely with trusted family and friends.

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    Find Supplies

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    Make Easy Paper Crown

    Your creative buddy says:
    "Let's stick together and make this one!"

    Step 1: Trace your pattern

    Fold your paper in half the long way so it looks like a hot dog bun. Then, draw a zig zag pattern like this with your pencil.

    Step 2: Cut out your crown

    Carefully cut along the zig zag line, then cut along the fold so you have two identical pieces.

    Step 3: Tape your crown together

    Line up the zig zags of your crown and tape one side together with clear tape. To make it extra strong, tape the inside and the outside of your crown. Have a friend or grown-up help you fit the crown to your head and tape the other side to fit.

    Step 4: Trim and decorate

    If you have a small head, trim the extra paper. You may also want to trim the peaks where the tape is to give it a nice, even shape. Decorate your crown with gems, markers, or anything else that will make you feel royal!
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    Clean up

    Put things away so your space is tidy for next time.

    Tidy up our space

    Put away our supplies

    Check off each supply when it is put away — and any clean-up tips underneath are done too. You might find a fun surprise!

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    Update what we have left

    Did we run out of anything while making this project? Update our supply cupboard so that we know exactly what we have for next time.
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About the Author

Abby Allen

Abby Allen is a mom, software engineer, and founder who loves to inspire kids to do more arts, crafts, and science experiments at home. When she's not busy building GlueStick, you can find her leading her Girl Scout troop or somewhere exploring with the family on their latest RV adventure.

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