It’s March. What in the WORLD happened to January and February? Despite the fact that this winter has been taking forever and the long, dark days seem interminable, I cannot believe the first two months of the year are gone.
Springtime is on its way, and the first hint of its arrival is St. Patrick’s Day! Having spent a semester of law school studying in Dublin, I am a big fan of all things Irish (including a Guinness . . . once in awhile). I am also a fan of keeping my kids occupied in that afternoon stretch after nap time and before dinner, so one afternoon I helped them make Pot ‘O Gold Windsocks to celebrate the upcoming holiday.
Anyway, this project is really easy for the kiddos and doesn’t require any fancy supplies. Here’s what we used to make our windsocks: (1) small ice cream bowls (any paper bowl or tin can will work); (2) glue; (3) tape; (4) yarn or string for hanging; (5) multi-color tissue paper (streamers or ribbon will work, too); (6) St. Patrick’s Day stickers; (7) black and yellow construction paper; (8) plastic gold coins (I found ours at Joann Fabric and Crafts); and (9) optional = adhesive glue dots.
Amber L. says
This is so cute and looks fun to make.
Bre Eggert says
Hi Amber – thanks! Yes, a fun diversion for the little ones. Have a great day!
Melissa G. says
How cute! I’ve been looking for a cute st party’s day craft to do with my 4 year old and this looks super easy.
Stopping by from sits.
Bre Eggert says
Hi Melissa!! Thank you so much for visiting! Yes, this is a perfect craft for a 4 year old. Have fun!
Ali Gilbert says
Super cute!
Bre Eggert says
Hi Ali! Thank you very much!
thepinterestedparent says
That’s adorable, Bre. I love it! I want to try this with my munchkin.
Bre Eggert says
Thank you, Kim! Happy St. Patrick’s Day (a wee bit early!). 🙂
Elizabeth Dietz says
My mom is a preschool teacher and this totally looks like something she could do with her kids! I am totally going to have to pin this for her so she can check it out!
Bre Eggert says
Hi Elizabeth! Thanks so much for pinning this! Yes, this was definitely a great project for the preschool set. I hope it is something your mom can use. Have a great day!