How to Make a Paper Bag Dog

How to Make an Adorable Paper Bag Dog

Want a fun craft for kids? This paper bag dog is super easy and uses stuff you probably already have! Perfect for a rainy day, a school project, or just some creative fun. It's a great way to teach kids basic crafting skills – plus, it lets their imaginations go wild!

What You'll Need:

• A brown paper lunch bag (or any color!)
• Markers or crayons (black, brown, pink, and others)
• Scissors
• Glue stick
• Optional: Googly eyes, construction paper, pom-poms – get creative!

Let's Make a Pup!

1. Getting Started

Lay the paper bag flat. Makes things easier and helps your dog look even on both sides.

2. Head and Ears

1. Fold the top down: About 2-3 inches to make the head. Crease it well!
2. Make the ears: Fold down the top corners. Make them floppy, pointy… whatever you like!

3. Drawing the Face

This is the fun part! Use markers to draw:

• Eyes: Two circles. Or use googly eyes – they're awesome!
• Nose: A small triangle or circle.
• Mouth: A smile? A happy tongue? Go for it!

Remember: No rules! Let the kids be creative.

4. The Body

The paper bag is the body! You can leave it plain, or…

• Add spots or stripes: Make your dog unique!
• Make a collar: Cut a strip of construction paper and glue it on.

5. Legs and Tail

1. Legs: Cut out four small squares from construction paper. Glue two to each side of the bag.
2. Tail: Cut a long strip. Glue it on the back. Curl it for extra fun!

6. Finishing Touches

Almost done! Add some extra details:

• A tongue: Cut a pink shape and glue it in.
• More collar stuff: Pom-poms, beads… anything goes!
• A bone?: Make one from construction paper!

Different Dog Breeds? No Problem!

Want a dachshund? Use a long, flat bag and make the legs short. A Dalmatian? Lots of black spots! A pug? Make the face wrinkly.

Make it Educational!

This craft is more than just fun!

• Learn about different dog breeds.
• Practice those fine motor skills!
• Learn your colors!

The Perfect Kids' Activity!

Making a paper bag dog is simple, fun, and super creative. Kids of all ages will love it! It’s a great way to spend time together and make something special. And who knows? It might even become a treasured keepsake!

More Paper Bag Fun!

Want more ideas? Try:

• Paper bag puppets
• Other paper bag animals (cats, bears…)
• Paper bag masks
• Paper bag houses

A paper bag is a blank canvas for creativity! Have fun!