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There’s no snow here in Florida (it was in the 80s the week we made these!), so we made our own. This fluffy snowman craft uses instant mashed potato flakes mixed with glitter for a puffy, sparkly snow texture. It’s easy for kids of all ages and makes a sweet piece of winter art for the fridge.
Supplies
- Heavy cardstock or a paper plate
- Blue and orange craft paint
- Black puffy paint (or regular black paint)
- White school glue
- Glitter
- About 1 cup instant mashed potato flakes
- 3 cups or bowls in different sizes to trace
- Paintbrush and pencil
How to make it
- Paint the cardstock blue and let it dry.
- Trace three circles in different sizes for the snowman’s body.
- Spread glue inside the circles, just past the lines.
- Mix glitter into the potato flakes and sprinkle over the glue. Let it set a few minutes, then tap off the extra.
- Add an orange nose and a black hat, eyes, mouth and buttons with paint.
- Let it dry flat completely.
Tips
- Loose flakes outside the glue look like blowing snow.
- Do it on a tray for easier cleanup.
- Try cotton balls for a different fluffy texture.
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FAQ
Will the potato flakes go bad?
They dry hard with the glue and last for the season. Keep it away from moisture.
What age is this craft for?
Ages 3 and up.
Can I use salt instead?
Yes, coarse salt gives a sparkly frosty look.
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