Hi Moms! Today, let’s have a creative playtime with our little ones by crafting super cute hedgehogs with playdough. Making a Playdough Hedgehog is not only fun but also a fantastic way to enhance your child’s creativity and sensory skills. With just a few craft essentials, you and your little ones can embark on a playful crafting adventure.
Craft Essentials:
- Homemade or store bought Playdough
- Googly eyes
- Pipe cleaners
- Buttons
Related: How To Make Home-made Playdough.
How to Make a Playdough Hedgehog:
Prepare the Playdough:
Whether you opt for homemade or store-bought playdough, ensure it’s pliable and ready for molding.
Shape the Body:
Form a tear-shaped body using the playdough. This will serve as the hedgehog’s main structure.
Place the Eyes:
Place googly eyes on both sides of the front end of the tear drop-shaped playdough. This gives your hedgehog its eyes.
Add a Button Nose:
To complete the face, place a button on the tip of the sharp end of the playdough tear. This adds a delightful touch to your hedgehog’s face.
Create Quills:
Cut pipe cleaners into small pieces and insert them all over the playdough body.
These will represent the hedgehog’s spiky quills, adding texture and dimension to your creation. You can also use tooth sticks in place of pipe cleaners.
How to Involve Kids
Guide your kids through the process, but allow them to explore their imagination and creativity. Let them experiment with different colors, sizes, and shapes to personalize their hedgehog.
What They Learn
Crafting playdough hedgehog, children learn to think creatively, and express themselves through art. Plus, manipulating the playdough helps refine their fine motor skills and enhances sensory perception.
More Playdough Activities to Explore
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- How To Make Playdough Shapes Mat With FREE Printables
Hope, Playdough Hedgehog craft has inspired you to get into the boundless creativity and learning experience. So, gather your craft essentials, unleash your imagination, and embark on a magical journey of artistic expression with your kids. Happy crafting!