Apple-Stamped Tree

I've seen the potato stamping done before and always thought it was such a cool idea. A couple days ago I was flipping through this book and came across an apple stamping project. It met our criteria for an excellent toddler craft (easy and quick!) and I just couldn't wait to try it.

So, since this week's Unplugged Project theme is green, I decided to stick with green paint and make an apple tree!

Just a few supplies were needed:

I cut out a tree trunk from some brown construction paper and let Little Bit do the gluing.

Then we dipped the apple halves into a plate of green paint and started stamping!

The only problem we encountered was that the apple was a wee bit too big for my toddler's tiny hands. Rather than stamping, her technique was more like: cradle the apple in both hands, dump it over onto the paper, then mash it down. But whatever...it still came out great!

Here's to quick, easy, and fun toddler art!

The Crafty Crow

Need some interesting new craft ideas for your kids? Go check out The Crafty Crow! This is one of my new faves. I found it while clicking around on Craftzine.com and I've been hooked ever since.

And...toot-too-la-looo...sound the bugles! Right now the Edible Finger Paints project that we did recently is being highlighted there! Go check it out and see what other fabulous ideas you come away with. I guarantee you'll be back again!