Upcycled Cardboard Donut

Holey moly! Go big & add sprinkles with this upcycled cardboard craft for donut lovers.

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Supplies:

  • Crayola Scissors
  • Crayola Paint Brush
  • Crayola Glitter Glue
  • Crayola Washable Paint
  • Crayola Construction Paper
  • Crayola Glue Stick
  • Pencil
  • Disposable Plate
  • Upcycled Pizza Box

CIY Staff Tips:

Steps:

1
Step 1

Cut off and trim square lid of pizza box.

2
Step 2

Sketch donut shape on lid. Cut out.

3
Step 3

Mix paint to create dough colour. Cover donut with paint. Dry 1–2 hours. Add second coat. Dry 1–2 hours.

4
Step 4

Mix paint to create icing colour. Paint icing on donut. Dry 1–2 hours.

5
Step 5

Blend slightly darker shade of paint around edges of icing to create ombre effect. Dry 1–2 hours.

6
Step 6

Sketch sprinkles on construction paper.

7
Step 7

Add glitter glue to sprinkles and spread into thin layer with paint brush. Dry 1–2 hours. Cut out.

8
Step 8

Glue sprinkles to donut.

9
Step 9

Use as larger-than-life donut décor or pose with your sweet treat for a fun photo op!

  • Occasion:

    • Rainy Day Crafts,

    • Upcycle Craft Ideas,

    • Earth Day

  • Age:

    • 4+,

    • 6+,

    • 8+,

    • Tween+


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