We made a lion a while ago, and next in line was this paper sheep craft. It’s made from strips of white paper glued into loops, and it works as a puppet too.
These paper puppets are fun for dramatic play (In like a lion, out like a lamb, anyone?)
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The sheep is made from white and black paper, so you don’t need much to get started. And even if you don’t have any black paper at hand, you can improvise with black crayons or markers. It’s a good paper craft idea for Easter or for the month of March, even more so if you combine it with a lion puppet.
It’s said that March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb. If you are unfamiliar with the saying, it relates to the weather and the spring. March arrives roaring, and the closer we get to summer, the calmer it gets.
This lamb or sheep craft also makes a nice decoration or addition to your Easter basket.
Paper Sheep Craft
What you need
- white paper
- black construction paper
- scissors or paper trimmer
- glue
- wiggle eye stickers
- clear tape or duct tape
- drinking straw
- round paper punch
Follow the Step by Step Instructions
1. Cut the paper strips.
Cut a whole lot of white paper strips. We cut ours across the width of the paper (A4/legal). The strips are about the width of a thumb. Younger kids will find it easier to work with slightly wider strips, while older kids can manage thinner ones.
2. Make the head.
Make a circle out of black construction paper.
We used a circle punch, but cutting a circle with scissors works too. A drinking glass or a lid is a good way to draw the outline.
3. Add the ears and eyes.
Cut two sheep ears out of black paper and glue them onto the head (the circle). Stick on two wiggle eye stickers.
4. Make the loops.
Take the white paper strips and make loops by gluing the two ends of each strip together. Make lots of loops. Lots.
5. Glue the loops to the head.
Glue the loops on the back of the black head.
Start with the first 4 to make a cross shape, then glue the others in between. Keep going until the sheep looks nice and fluffy.
6. Add the legs.
Cut two strips out of black construction paper (or 4) and glue them on the back to make the legs.
7. Attach the straw.
Glue the drinking straw on the back.
We recommend gluing it first and then securing it with clear tape.
You paper sheep craft is all done.
Frequently Asked Questions
What other crafts can I make with white paper?
This sheep is one idea. The fluffy body is made entirely from white paper strips glued into loops, and the only other paper you need is a bit of black construction paper for the head, ears, and legs. You can also make this paper rosette bunny craft or this heart-shaped bunny card out of white paper.
Is this a quick craft?
It takes a little time, because you need to cut a lot of strips and make a lot of loops. The cutting and looping are simple, so it’s easy to split between a few helpers. Wider strips are easier for younger kids to handle.
If you want to make this project with a larger group of kids or in your classroom, you can also buy pre-cut white paper strips that are usually used for making origami lucky stars. This removes most of the prep and turns this into a super quick and easy craft.
Is this an easy paper craft for kids?
Yes. You only need to cut, glue, and stick. The loops are made by gluing the ends of paper strips together, and there is no folding or drawing involved.
Can I use the sheep as a puppet?
Yes. Glue a drinking straw to the back and secure it with clear tape. It’s fun for dramatic play, especially with a lion puppet for “in like a lion, out like a lamb.”
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