Mini Kite SWAPS

 

Mini Kite SWAPS

Materials: cardstock or colored paper, two toothpicks, a piece of ribbon or string (curling ribbon is a favorite), a safety pin.
Also needed: glue and drawing materials (crayons, pencils, or markers)

1. Cut out a diamond on your paper to make the kite, ideally, the long side is ~2 inches or the length of your toothpicks.
2. Color your paper, if desired.
3. Glue the toothpicks in a lowercase t-shape onto one side of the paper to make the frame of your mini kite. You may cut the crossing toothpick in half to glue it flat on the paper.
4. Trim toothpicks as needed.
5. Trim or curl the ribbon of your choice and glue it to the bottom of the kite for a tail.
6. Punch the safety pin through kite paper and pin. 
   
   

This SWAPS lends well to scout-themed designs if desired.