Lion Paper Cup Craft For Kids [Free Template]

Kids can bring these amazing animals right into their own homes with this fun lion paper cup craft!

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They’ll have a roaring good time as they turn a simple paper cup into a majestic lion!

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Supplies

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

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Begin by gluing the face to the middle of the mane.

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Glue the eyes beneath both of the eyebrows.

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Next, take the nose and mouth piece and glue it in the middle of the face, just below the eyes so it’s slightly overlapping the bottom of the eyes.

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Create the body by gluing the inner legs to the top and middle of the belly.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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