Paper Skeleton

No bones about it—this 3D skeleton craft is humerus! Make our bone-chilling DIY Halloween art project for kids.

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Supplies:

  • Crayola Construction Paper
  • Crayola Washable Paint
  • Crayola Markers
  • Crayola Scissors
  • Crayola Paint Brush
  • Crayola Washable Glue
  • Paper Towel Roll
  • Pencil

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Steps:

1
Step 1

Sketch skeleton (without skull or ribcage) on black construction paper.

2
Step 2

Cut paper towel roll into 3 sections for skull and ribcage.

3
Step 3

Paint skeleton and paper towel roll. Dry 1–2 hours. Add second coat. Dry 1–2 hours.

4
Step 4

Add details to skeleton and paper towel roll with markers.

5
Step 5

Glue paper towel roll pieces to construction paper.

6
Step 6

Shape small Model Magic heart and glue to ribcage. Let glue and Model Magic steps dry overnight.

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Step 7

Display your skelefun creation as DIY Halloween decoration!

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