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Twiggy Tree Art

Twiggy Tree Art

Time:30 min Difficulty:Easy  

Looking for a reason to get outside this weekend? Why not make some twiggy tree art! It’s a great way to get some fresh air and make some TREErific art to decorate your room or give to someone close to you!

Here’s what you need:

  • Twigs
  • White paint
  • Blue construction paper
  • A paint brush (or use your finger instead)

Here’s how you make it:

Step 1: Gather your twigs! It will be even better if you can make it a family trip to the forest! A walk in the woods is a great way to reconnect with nature and with each other.


Step 2: Once you’ve collected all your items, arrange your twigs to create a leafless but lifelike tree on your paper. 

Step 3: Once you’re happy with the placement of your twigs, glue them down and let it dry. Next, grab your paint and start dotting the sky with snowflakes.

Step 4: Finish by painting the ground under the tree. Now your wonderful winter scene is complete. Great job!

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