oshc activities
Paper Crafts Day / Paper Quilling Designs

Paper Quilling Designs

Children roll thin paper strips into coils and shapes, then glue them into colourful patterns. A calm, detailed craft for older children.

How to run it

  1. Cut or buy thin paper strips.
  2. Show how to roll a strip around a skewer or pencil.
  3. Pinch coils into shapes like teardrops.
  4. Glue shapes onto card to form a picture.

You will need

  • paper strips
  • PVA glue
  • card
  • pencils or quilling tools
Make it easier or harderUse wider strips for beginners; older children can create detailed designs.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4Children develop fine motor skills and patience on a detailed task.

Fits these theme days

Paper Crafts DayCraft DayBudding ArtistsMother's Day

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