Paper straw maze bracelet craft for 7-year-olds
This project is for 7-year-olds making a bracelet that doubles as a finger puzzle. The pieces are large and lightweight, with adult help for tying the ends.
What to buy
Paper drinking straws in assorted colors
12
Large-hole pony beads
20
Thick cotton cord
2 meters
Large plastic bead
1
Cardstock maze pattern cards
6
Masking tape
1 roll
Child-safe scissors
1 pair
Ruler
1
Pencil
1
Bead sorting tray
1
Alphabet beads
8
Clear tape
1 roll
Who this list is for
This paper straw maze bracelet craft is for 7-year-olds making a lightweight bracelet that also works as a finger puzzle. An adult can help tie the cord ends after the large straw and bead pieces are arranged.
How to use this list
Use the cardstock maze pattern cards to choose a route before cutting paper drinking straws into sections with child-safe scissors. Sort large-hole pony beads, alphabet beads, and the large plastic bead in the bead sorting tray. Measure thick cotton cord with the ruler, tape one end down with masking tape, and thread straw sections and beads in the chosen maze pattern. Use clear tape to hold the starting layout in place if needed.
Common mistakes
Do not cut the paper straw pieces too short for the thick cotton cord. Leave extra cord at both ends for adult tying help. Keep the large plastic bead and pony beads in the sorting tray, and do not make the bracelet so tight that it cannot move as a finger puzzle.
What is on this list
Gather 12 assorted paper drinking straws, 20 large-hole pony beads, two meters of thick cotton cord, and one large plastic bead. The checklist also includes six cardstock maze pattern cards, masking tape, child-safe scissors, a ruler, pencil, a bead sorting tray, eight alphabet beads, and clear tape. Cross off materials you already have.
When you are done
Ask an adult to tie the bracelet ends securely, then test the finger-puzzle movement one section at a time. Keep the maze pattern cards and unused beads together for another bracelet design.
FAQ
Who is "Paper straw maze bracelet craft for 7-year-olds" for?
This paper straw maze bracelet craft is for 7-year-olds making a lightweight bracelet that also works as a finger puzzle. An adult can help tie the cord ends after the large straw and bead pieces are arranged.
How should I use "Paper straw maze bracelet craft for 7-year-olds"?
Use the cardstock maze pattern cards to choose a route before cutting paper drinking straws into sections with child-safe scissors. Sort large-hole pony beads, alphabet beads, and the large plastic bead in the bead sorting tray. Measure thick cotton cord with the ruler, tape one end down with masking tape, and thread straw sections and beads in the chosen m…
What should I skip or avoid with "Paper straw maze bracelet craft for 7-year-olds"?
Do not cut the paper straw pieces too short for the thick cotton cord. Leave extra cord at both ends for adult tying help. Keep the large plastic bead and pony beads in the sorting tray, and do not make the bracelet so tight that it cannot move as a finger puzzle.
What is on the "Paper straw maze bracelet craft for 7-year-olds" list?
Gather 12 assorted paper drinking straws, 20 large-hole pony beads, two meters of thick cotton cord, and one large plastic bead. The checklist also includes six cardstock maze pattern cards, masking tape, child-safe scissors, a ruler, pencil, a bead sorting tray, eight alphabet beads, and clear tape. Cross off materials you already have.
What should I do when I am done?
Ask an adult to tie the bracelet ends securely, then test the finger-puzzle movement one section at a time. Keep the maze pattern cards and unused beads together for another bracelet design.
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