Shamrock Leprechaun Paper Craft Story

Shamrock Leprechaun Paper Craft

This shamrock leprechaun craft is a cute St. Patrick’s Day craft that’s simple and quick to make.

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This activity is easy enough to make it with preschool, kindergarten, and elementary children.

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Supplies

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

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Glue the eyes in the middle of the shamrock, just above the midpoint of the body.

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Use the circle punch (or scissors) to cut out a dark green nose for the shamrock.

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Create the leprechaun hat by gluing the black band to the middle of the hat.

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Place the yellow buckle in the middle of the black band, then glue the black inner buckle in the middle of the yellow buckle.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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