Turn cardboard and yarn into a neat way to create and learn about textile art while making a fun apple craft for kids. Try out new kinds of art this fall and explore creative ways to enjoy classic themes like apples.
Easy Apple Craft for Kids
Try this fun fall art project and apple craft with kids of all ages, including preschoolers. It is simple enough for young minds and small hands but relaxing and fun to do with older kids.
YOU WILL NEED:
Also, make yarn pumpkins or yarn leaves…
- Apple printable template (see below)
- Yarn (red, green, yellow, brown)
- Glue
- Cardboard
- Markers
- Scissors
What else could you wrap around the cardboard apple? Try ribbon, fabric scraps, or even raffia.
HOW TO MAKE YARN APPLES
STEP 1: Print and cut out the apple template or draw your own. Then trace the template onto cardboard and cut it out.
TIP: If you are doing this activity with multiple kiddos or a larger group, you might want to cut everything out ahead of time! This is particularly helpful if you are low on time or don’t have enough scissors for everyone.
STEP 2: Color the stem and leaf of the cardboard apple with markers. Alternatively, you can also use green and brown yarn to wrap the stem and leaf if desired!
STEP 3: Spread a layer of glue over the cardboard apple.
STEP 4: Choose your yarn color and tape the end to the cardboard.
STEP 5: Start wrapping the yarn…
STEP 6: Keep wrapping the yarn! Change colors if desired. The more you wrap the yarn, the puffier your apple will look!
You can use different shades of the same color or look for a variegated yarn in your favorite apple color!
WHAT IS TEXTILE ART?
Textile art involves creating something using fibers from sources like plants, animals, or synthetic materials. This textile art project is great for fine motor development and can be used to work on developmental goals, functional skills, and dexterity. Plus, it’s fun, and the result is an amazing fall-themed decoration.
Grab your free fall apple template and get started today!
You’ll find various Apple templates [here] for fun with all Apple art projects or colors!
More Fun Apple Activities
- Fizzy Apple Art
- Apple Craft With Yarn
- 3D Apple Craft
- Apple Stamping
- Apple Bubble Wrap Stamping
- Apple Black Glue Art
Bonus Apple STEM Projects
Of course, you can also check out our collection of amazing apple science experiments and apple STEM activities. You will even find free apple STEM Challenge Cards to get your kiddos thinking!
Here are a few of our favorite apple science activities…
- Apple Volcano
- Browning Apple Experiment
- Apple Oobleck
- Apple Fractions
- Stacking Apples STEM Challenge
- Red Apple Slime
Printable Fall Art Project Pack
Everything you need is included in this Fall Art Project Pack. Just add art supplies! Perfect for kids of all ages to enjoy with a variety of techniques. Whether in the classroom, at home, or with groups, there is a fantastic variety of art activities to try!
Find all the instructions and templates necessary for over 40 art projects this Fall.
Apples, pumpkins, leaves, Halloween, and Thanksgiving!
Explore process art, STEAM, and even famous artists with these very doable art activities that won’t break the budget or the time you have available!
