Model Magic Ant Stick Puppet

Forget the log—it's an ant on a stick! This Model Magic ant craft will go marching with Crayola supplies and items you already have on hand. An easy craft to make at home!

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Supplies:

  • Crayola Model Magic
  • Crayola Glitter Glue
  • Crayola Markers
  • Craft Sticks

CIY Staff Tips:

  • Model Magic pieces that haven’t dried will easily adhere to one another. For added strength, or to attach dried pieces of Model Magic together, use our Washable School Glue.

Steps:

1
Step 1

Roll 3 pieces of Model Magic into balls, approximately 1” in diameter.

2
Step 2

Form 1 ball around end of craft stick.

3
Step 3

Press remaining balls on either side of first ball to make ant body.

4
Step 4

Create Model Magic legs, antennae, and eyes. Press to attach. Dry overnight.

5
Step 5

Draw pupils and mouth with markers.

6
Step 6

Add sparkly details with glitter glue. Dry 3–4 hours.

7
Step 7

Create a cast of critter characters—or just one—and put on some stick puppet theater!

  • Occasion:

    • Rainy Day Crafts,

    • Animals

  • Age:

    • 6+,

    • 8+


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