Na m e : _______________________________________ Date: _____________________
Directions: Follow the directions below.
This project is a snap, but you’ll blow it if you
don’t reread the directions before you begin.
Answer the questions.
- What is another word for a wreath? ____
- How many items do you need to make this art project? __
- What is a found object? __
- What is the third step in this project? __
- What do you do last? ____
- What could you use instead of scissors to cut the cardboard? _____
- What clues in the directions make you think this project
will take more than one day to finish? _____ - What is the function of the glue? __
- Where else could you hang a wreath besides on a door? _____
- What could you add to the wreath to make it more snazzy? __
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A wreath is a circular band of flowers or leaves. The word wreath
comes from the Old English word, writha, or band. Most wreaths
are made from plants, but you can make them from stuff you find.
Collect a variety of natural, manufactured, or recycled objects to
make an unusual wreath.
You Need
- Thick cardboard (18” x18”)
- Found objects
- Scissors
- Pencil
- Craft glue
You Do
- Trace or draw a large circle on the cardboard.
- Cut it out.
- Trace or draw a smaller circle in the center of
the big circle - Cut it out.
- Glue the objects to the cardboard in an
interesting pattern. Cover the whole cardboard. - Let the wreath dry completely.
- Hang it on a door.