Today, we’re diving into a cozy and colorful project that’s perfect for those chilly days when you just want to stay in and create something beautiful. We’re making a super cute cardboard mitten craft, adorned with vibrant pom poms that will add a pop of color to any room, as well as building up fine motor skills in little hand.
Let’s get crafting!
How to Make a Pom Pom Winter Mitten Craft
Materials Needed
- Cardboard
- Mitten Template (Grab a printable version below if you like!)
- Colored pom poms
- Glue or double sided tape
- Scissors
This craft is fantastic for even the youngest children, toddlers and up. It’s an excellent way for little hands to practice fine motor skills, and for older kids or adults to enjoy some creative relaxation.
Some simple crafts really are ideal for kids of all ages and this colorful cardboard mitten project is the perfect example of this. Even toddlers as young as 18 months can join in on the fun, with the important caveat of constant adult supervision to prevent any choking hazards.
In every pom pom placement, there’s an opportunity to teach and to learn. Whether it’s discussing colors, counting the pom poms, or simply talking about the textures, every moment of this craft can be a useful learning experience.
It’s a way to connect with children at their level, to challenge them just enough to keep them engaged, and to delight in the joy of creating something together.
For Toddlers
For these littlest crafters, the act of picking up the soft, fluffy pom poms is more than just play; it’s a practice of the pincer grip, a vital fine motor skill that sets the foundation for writing and self-feeding in the future.
For Preschoolers
For preschoolers, this craft becomes an interactive learning session. Introducing the concept of patterns with pom poms is not only engaging but educational.
As they follow a simple color sequence like red, green, red, green, they’re not just creating a visually pleasing design; they’re developing cognitive skills, learning to predict sequences, and understanding the concept of order. This is a vital skill that underpins mathematical concepts and logical thinking.
For Older Kids
For older children and adults, crafting a mitten can transform into a peaceful retreat from the day’s hustle. It’s a chance to fine-tune their dexterity, focus on a task, and the satisfaction of creating something beautiful.
Making this type of simple craft can be a form of creative expression, choosing colors and patterns that reflect personal style or mood.
So, let’s encourage those tiny fingers to select, to sort, and to stick. Let’s guide the young minds to recognize patterns and predict sequences.
And let’s all take a moment to relax, to create, and to enjoy the simple pleasure of crafting.
Step by Step Guide
- Print Your Mitten Template: Head to the heading below and print out the mitten template. This will be the base of your craft. Alternatively you can draw a mitten shape freehand using a black marker on the cardboard.
- Cut Out Your Mitten: Once printed, cut out the mitten shape from the template. Place it onto your piece of cardboard and trace around it. Cut out your cardboard mitten.
- Sort Your Pom Poms: Choose your pom pom colors. You can go for a rainbow look, a monochromatic scheme, or maybe a mix that matches your room’s decor.
- Glue Time: Apply a generous amount of glue over the cardboard mitten. Start placing your pom poms on the glue. You can fill the entire mitten or create a pattern. Alternatively, you can lay strips of double sided tape along the mitten and use that as your sticky surface.
- Dry and Display: Let your mitten dry completely. Once it’s ready, display your mitten craft on a wall, door, or even the fridge to celebrate the winter season in style!
If you want to use your pom pom mitten as a Christmas ornament, then make sure you keep the size suitable, and once you’ve finished just hot glue a loop of twine or thread on the back, so you can hang it on the christmas tree.
Once you’re finished making your pom pom winter mitten craft, why not try making a cardboard pom pom scarf, or cardboard pom pom christmas jumper using the same technique?
Related: Cardboard Ugly Christmas Sweater Craft
Printable Mitten Template PDF
Make your crafting journey easier with our printable mitten template! Just click, print, and you’re ready to go.
Terms of use: This PDF template is free for personal use
This simple yet creative activity is not just about making something pretty; it’s a wonderful opportunity for family bonding and sparking creativity.
It’s amazing how a piece of cardboard and some fluffy pom poms can turn into a charming piece of decor. Plus, it’s a great way to recycle cardboard that might otherwise end up in the trash.
Remember, there’s no right or wrong way to do this. Whether you’re crafting with your kids, friends, or enjoying some ‘me time’, this craft is all about enjoying the process and making memories. So, grab your materials, and let’s fill those mittens with a rainbow of pom poms!
If you want to explore pom pom pictures more with the kids then don’t miss our free printable winter pom pom mats too. These are so great for working on fine motor skills, and you could change up the shape of this cardboard pom pom picture and make it with any of those ideas too.
Happy Crafting!
More Winter Crafts for Kids
Here are just a few more of the fun and easy winter crafts for kids that we have to browse here at In The Playroom… check them out and share with friends, or on social media. Thanks so much
- Paper Plate Snow Globe Craft
- Free Printable Penguin Craft For Kids With Template
- Easy & Cute Potato Print Snowman Craft for Kids
- Moving Polar Bear Paper Plate Craft
- Winter Clothing Colouring Pages
Anna Marikar, mum of four and seasoned blogger, has spent over a decade sharing her parenting journey and passion for kid-friendly crafts and free printables.
Her easy-to-follow craft ideas and practical parenting advice have transformed In The Playroom into a cherished resource for parents.