Spin and twirl through space by making this paper plate mobile!

Supplies:

Instructions:

all of the supplies listed for this craft

Step 1 – Paint both sides of the plate. The underside of the plate will be facing out so I suggest painting the top of the plate first to get your eye in. Paint it in whatever nebula-like style makes you happy. If you want to use glitter, add it at this point.

painted paper plate; the main part is blue with silver and green swirls plus glitter

Step 2 – Waiting for the sides to dry is a good time to print and cut out the space images if you’re using them.

a spiral is cut into the plate

Step 3 – With the underside of the plate facing up cut the plate into a spiral. Start at the outside edge and work in.

a hole has been poked and various cut-outs added including shooting star, rocket, and alien ship

Step 4 – Poke a hole at the center of the spiral and pull the string through. Tie the string to make a hanging loop.

Step 5 – Glue on your cut out images and whatever other decorations you choose.

the finished spiral is hanging from a ceiling so that it stretches downward

Hang your spinner up and watch it twirl in the breeze!

Hosted by: Merissa
Merissa can be found during the day behind a library circulation desk. After work she’s reading Lord of the Rings and old mystery stories, taking care of horses, and knitting.