What do I need to make a windsock?
Materials needed:
- one large blue recycle bag.
- one empty plastic container such as a yogourt or sour cream tub.
- clear packing tape.
- string or yarn.
- optional: ribbon or streamers to decorate.
How do you make windsock plastic?
Directions
- Cut a ring from the soda bottle.
- Direct your child to cut 1-inch wide strips out of the plastic bags.
- Fold each strip in half and thread the folded end through the soda bottle ring.
- Thread the tails of the plastic strip through the loop and pull gently.
How do you stop windsock from tangling?
If you put a little block of wood over the top you can very often just push them in using your body weight, if not use a rubber mallet. Then extend your pole, unscrew the cap on the bottom and put the pole over the spike(s). This allows your pole to be freemoving which helps stop flags/windsocks tangling.
How do you make a simple windsock for kids?
Cut enough strips to glue all around the inside edge of your windsock. Plan on using 5 to 10 strips….If you use paint, be sure to let the paint dry.
- Make spots or stripes for a simple design.
- Draw a pattern, such as hearts, stars, or fish.
- Decorate the windsock to look like an animal, such as a fish or owl.
What to make with a paper bag wind sock?
Paper Bag Wind Sock – Use all the bits and pieces from your art supply cupboard to make this simple craft. Paper Plate Santa Windsock – This fun and easy Paper Plate Snowman will dance merrily in the wind. Patriotic Windsock : Make Windsocks Directions – Great for any patriotic holiday.
What can I make a windsock out of?
This windsock is presented in red, white and blue, but can be adapted to the colors of the flag of any country. Patriotic Wind Sock Craft – You can make a patriotic wind sock from an oatmeal box, construction paper, string, and crepe paper streamers.
How do you make a rainbow windsock with tape?
Make each one a different color for a rainbow windsock! Tape or glue the streams to inside bottom edge of the windsock. Place the end of your first streamer into the windsock by 1 inch (2.5 cm). Tape or glue the streamer down, then move onto the next streamer.
What to make a windsock for 4th of July?
National Pride Wind Sock – Your children may enjoy making a star-spangled windsock to celebrate Election Day, the Fourth of July, or any time of year. Paper Bag Wind Sock – Use all the bits and pieces from your art supply cupboard to make this simple craft.