Make a colorful fall garland inspired by the artist Henri Matisse! Kids of all ages will love this simple project and can hang their garlands to enjoy all season long. All you need are a few simple supplies and some creativity to whip up one of these festive garlands.
Materials Needed:
- Images of collages by Matisse
- Construction paper
- Scissors
- String
- Paint
Step One: Find some images of collages by Matisse on the computer and look at them with your child. Study his interesting shapes and colors and discuss them.
Step Two: Cut Matisse-style shapes and leaves out of the construction paper.
Step Three: Use contrasting colors of paint to add lines and patterns to some of the shapes.
Step Four: Punch holes in the construction paper and thread string through each shape to form your garland. Hang and enjoy!
Megan Kapple is a blogger from Kansas City, MO, where she lives with her husband and three young daughters. She loves anything DIY and crafty and blogs about her adventures at HomemadeGinger.com.