Painted Leprechaun Footprints
Use this clever handprint and fingerprint technique to make painted leprechaun footprints — perfect for a kids St. Patrick's Day craft or for making some silly leprechaun shenanigans around the house for some St. Patrick's Day fun with the kids.
Cost: $1
Equipment
- plastic tray (or plate)
- paintbrush (optional)
Materials
- cardstock optional
- washable paint green
Instructions
- Spread a thin layer of green washable paint on a plastic tray.washable paint
- With your hand in a fist, press it (pinkie finger side down) into the paint. Rock your fist gently in the paint and/or use a paintbrush to ensure an even layer of paint.
- Stamp your paint-covered fist down onto a piece of cardstock or your chosen surface to make the main part of the footprint.cardstock
- Dip your fingertip in the paint and press 5 fingerprints along the wide end of the footprint to make the toes.
- Repeat steps 1 through 4 to make more leprechaun footprints.