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How to Make Sheep Bean Art

Get creative with sheep bean art! This beginner-friendly craft uses beans to create adorable sheep designs, making it a perfect project for both kids and adults.
Active Time20 minutes
Drying Time3 hours
Total Time3 hours 20 minutes
Yield: 1 sheep bean art
Author: Debbie Chapman
Cost: $1

Equipment

Materials

Instructions

Step 1: Find what you need

  • Gather your supplies and materials.
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Step 2: Prepare the cardboard base

  • Print the sheep bean art template (find the link in the materials list above!) and cut out the pieces.
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  • Trace the pattern pieces onto cardboard and cut them out.
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Step 3: Add the beans

  • Add a generous amount of glue all over the sheep's body (but not too near the edge).
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  • Begin placing beans one by one into the glue, as close to each other as possible.
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  • Repeat until the whole surface is covered. (You can also sprinkle the beans on to save time, but you'll need to adjust them so they sit flat and don't leave any gaps).
    Allow the glue to dry.
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Step 4: Glue the legs and head

  • Add a line of hot glue to the tops of the legs.
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  • Connect them to the bottom of the body.
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  • Add some hot glue to the back bottom part of the head. Flip it over and connect it to the top of the sheep's body.
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Step 5: Add the final details

  • Add a small amount of hot glue to the top of the sheep's head. Place a piece of white dried moss into it.
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  • Use a fine tip black marker to draw the sheep's face.
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  • Your sheep bean art is complete!
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  • Use different beans and lentils to make a variety of sheep!
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Notes

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