Who doesn’t love an easy craft for kids? This apple paper plate craft is perfect for any day of the week and is a great way to share some fall fun with your little one. The best part about this project is that it can be done in under 30 minutes. All you need is 1 Paper Plate, Paint, Construction Paper, Pipe Cleaners, Scissors, and Glue.

It’s that time of year again! The leaves are changing colors, the air is crisp and cool. The apple orchards are ready to be picked and it’s almost Halloween! To get into the fall spirit, we’re sharing this easy paper plate craft so your family can have a blast crafting these fun little apples in your own kitchen this weekend.
Check out our quick tutorial on how to make them below!

Apple Paper Plate Craft for Kids

This craft is a super easy and fun way to keep your little ones entertained for hours! This apple paper plate craft is not only a great project for kids, but it’s also an excellent activity for parents. The best part of this project is that you can make as many as you need at the same time!
In this blog post, you will find instructions on how to make these adorable apple paper plates with some simple supplies that you probably already have in your craft area and if not, all the materials are readily available at the Dollar Tree so there’s no excuse not to try out this fun craft this fall!

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Fall Paper Plate Craft Idea for Preschoolers

Kids are always looking for something to do. This paper plate apple craft is perfect because it just takes a few minutes and can be used in storytime, circle time, or as an art project. The craft only requires the use of one paper plate per child so there’s no need to worry about running out of supplies! Plus there shouldn’t be to mess to clean up afterward!

Apple Craft Supplies

Large white paper plate
Red craft paint
Brown construction paper
Green construction paper
Green pipe cleaner
Glue (or hot glue gun)
Paint brush
scissors

Time to Make a Paper Plate Apple!

To make a cute and festive Paper Plate Apple, paint the paper plate red and set it aside to dry. Once dry, apply another coat if desired. Set aside to completely dry before beginning any of the gluing steps.

Cut out the brown stem and green leaf shape from construction paper along with a 4″ piece of pipe cleaner.

Turn your painted-and-dried red plate over so its painted side is down and glue the stem piece of construction paper onto the top of the plate and allow it to dry. Next, flip the plate back over to the front and glue on the paper leaf next to the stem.

Turn the paper plate to the back and glue the pipe cleaner to the apple plate’s back. Once dry, you can use a strong piece of tape to make sure the pipe cleaner stays secure on the paper plate.

Now your child can display the apple paper plate craft proudly all fall long!

Paper Plate Apple Craft for Story Time

Why not pair this cute apple paper plate craft with storytime! This fall, start a new tradition with your favorite little ones. Grab a book or two from this list of our favorite apple-themed books and curl up on the couch for some storytime. You’ll be sure to find something that will capture their imagination and get them excited about reading!

More Paper Plate Crafts for Kids

Apple Paper Plate Craft

Active Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Difficulty: Easy

Estimated Cost: $3

This is a fun and easy paper plate craft idea that kids love. Find out how to make an apple from a paper plate, perfect for fall!

Materials

Large white paper plate
Red craft paint
Brown construction paper
Green construction paper
Green pipe cleaner
Glue (or hot glue gun)
Optional: strong tape

Tools

Paintbrush
Scissors

Instructions

Paint the paper plate red. Set aside to dry. Once dry, apply
another coat if desired. Set aside to dry completely.
Cut a brown stem out of the brown construction paper.
Cut a green leaf out of the green construction paper.
Turn the paper plate over to the back and glue the stem on.
Allow it to dry.
Turn the paper plate over to the front and glue the leaf
next to the stem.
Cut the pipe cleaner into a 4-inch piece. Twirl the pipe
cleaner around your finger to shape the stem.
Turn the paper plate to the back and glue the pipe cleaner
to the back. Once dry, you can use a strong piece of tape to make sure the pipe
cleaner stays secure on the paper plate.