You can certainly use leaves in fun projects, but keep in mind that they will wither eventually. Because of this, I’m going to show you how to make two versions of these cute leaf people finger puppets; one with natural supplies and one with synthetic. Either way is fun and a great way to celebrate the coming of Autumn!
Supplies for leaf people finger puppets: Natural:
cardboard tubes pebbles or bark leaves twigs wiggle eyes
Synthetic:
cardboard tubes buttons chenille stem construction paper silk leaves wiggle eyes
Tools:
scissors glue stick hot glue gun
Natural Puppets Begin by hot gluing the leaf to the top of the cardboard tube for the head. Next, hot glue the twigs to the sides of the tube for the arms.
Hot glue pebbles or small pieces of bark to the front of the tube for buttons. Finally, add wiggle eyes to the leaf head. Synthetic Puppets First use a glue stick to cover the cardboard tube with construction paper.
Next, hot glue a silk leaf to the top of the cardboard tube. Glue on buttons and wiggle eyes and add chenille stems for the arms.
These puppets are easy to make and kids will love having their own little puppet show with these cute leaf people!
