Gingerbread Gnome Craft For Kids [Free Template]

This time of year, there’s nothing quite like the fun of decorating Christmas cookies with the kids!

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This fun tradition is making its way over to our craft time with this gingerbread gnome craft.

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– Colored cardstock or construction paper – Color – Scissors – Glue – Marker – Gingerbread Gnome template

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Download the gingerbread gnome template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.

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Begin by, gluing the face piece just above the beard.

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Next, glue the eyes in the middle of the face, one on each side.

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Swipe up to learn more!

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