The concept of using marshmallow and toothpick to create sculptures is nothing new. I’ve seen it before here and here. And it’s really cool, but I’ve actually never done it with the kids. Until I saw these awesome flower-shaped marshmallows in the Easter candy section at the dollar store. Throw some bunny Peeps in there and a rice crispy treat for a base and you’ve got Easter fun with marshmallow sculptures!
Marshmallow and Toothpick Easter Craft
The kids ate this right up. (Both figuratively and literally!) Sawyer learned really quickly that bracing things in a triangle shape helped to add support while creating height. Future engineer like his uncle Josh, maybe?
Sawyer’s finished sculpture is at the top and here is Priscilla’s little “Bunny garden.”
They’re both so different, yet equally charming. Sawyer played with these materials for hours. Of course he couldn’t resist putting his own spin on things.
Are your kids doing any Easter crafts?
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So fun and easy. We will try it. Thanks for a great idea!
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting, Julie!
DeleteHow cute!! And how did you stop your kids eating it all??? :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing on Kids Get Crafty! Great to see you there!
Maggy & Alissa
You're welcome! I love your blog and link up. :) BTW, the marshmallows were actually kind of weird tasting I thought. Must be the kids agreed, because they really didn't eat too many. Now the peeps - those were yummy!
DeleteWhat a fun activity! Thanks for sharing with Tuesday Tots!
ReplyDeleteThe addition of the peeps and flower marshmallows really does up the charm! Great idea to use Rice Krispie treats as a building base, too!
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I love the idea of using a Rice Krispie treat as a base!! Looks like a ton of fun!
ReplyDeleteoooohhh I want some of those flower marshmellows! such fun! And I know a little boy who would loves to get his "mighty machines" into everything! Great fun! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteScribble Doodle and Draw
Ohhh yet more stuff that we can't get hold of easily and I want. But what a great structure out of marshmallows that your little boy created.
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