This bunny tin can planters kids craft is a cheerful hands-on project for kids, classrooms, and family craft time. It uses the tutorial steps below as the practical guide while adding helpful planning notes so the project feels easier to prepare, follow, and finish. Gather the supplies first, give yourself a little workspace, and enjoy making something creative from simple materials.
Materials:
- FREE Printable Bunny Planters Template
- Large tin can (18 ounce)
- (white)
- Craft foam sheets (white and pink)
- 2 White pom pom(s) (1 inch)
- Mini pom poms (pink; 5mm)
- Large white pom pom(s) (2 inches)
- Large googly eyes (25mm)
Equipment:
Instructions:
Step 1: Find what you need
- Gather your supplies and materials.
Step 2: Paint the can and cut the template pieces
- You’ll need an empty 18 ounce can that’s been washed and dried to make your bunny planter.To make the can white, we recommend using multi-surface acrylic paint.
- Paint the outside of the can white and then allow to dry.A fan style brush will give you nice, even coverage.
- Add a second coat of paint, making sure you get the top rim of the can as well.Again, allow to dry.
- Print our tin can bunny template and cut out the pieces.
- Cut the outside of the feet and ears from white craft foam, and the inside pieces from pink craft foam.
Step 3: Create the bunny
- Begin by adding hot glue to a 1 inch white pom pom.
- Connect the pom pom to another 1 inch white pom pom.
- Then glue a pink 5mm pom pom to where the 2 pom poms connect, creating 2 cheeks with a tiny nose.
- Add glue to the back of the white pom poms before placing them in the center of the can, with the nose facing up.
- Glue the inner ears to the outer ears, lining the pieces up at the bottom.
- Then add glue to the back of the ears, at the bottom.
- Connect the ears to the inside back of the can, opposite the nose.
- Then glue the feet pieces together. The toes go on the wider end of the feet.
- Add the feet to the front of the can, so they go out on an angle, away from the nose.
- Then glue googly eyes onto the can. We went with large kawaii eyes, but you can choose whichever size you’d like.
- Finally, glue a 2 inch pom pom to the bottom back of the can, for a giant, poofy tail.
- Your bunny tin can planter is complete!
Helpful Tips
- Read through the full tutorial before starting.
- Prepare the listed supplies ahead of time so each step is easier to follow.
- Check the finished craft against the instructions before displaying or using it.
FAQs
Is this tutorial beginner friendly?
Yes. This bunny tin can planters kids craft is written with simple steps and extra tips for beginners.
Can kids make this craft independently?
Older kids may be able to work independently, while younger kids should have help with any steps that require close attention or small pieces.
How long does the craft take?
Most versions take about 30 minutes, depending on the materials and the pace of the crafter.
Can I use different colors?
Yes. Changing the colors is one of the easiest ways to personalize the finished craft.
Final Thoughts
Once the bunny tin can planters kids craft is finished, take a moment to check the details, compare the result with the tutorial, and display the project somewhere kids can enjoy their work.
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