Spoon Beetle SWAPS

 Spoon Beetle SWAPS

Materials: Air-dry clay or plaster of Paris, plastic spoon, jewelry back pin, jewelry wire (~1” piece)
Also need: Paint or drawing materials, glue
Optional materials: Clear coat spray, desired decorative elements such as googly eyes

1. Either use air dry clay or plaster of Paris (if using plaster of Paris, be sure to mix it according to instructions on the box), mold your clay or plaster into the bowl of a plastic spoon and let it harden (preferably overnight).
   
2. Once it is dry, you should be able to slide the clay or plaster right off the spoon. The mold is then ready to paint!
3. Paint your beetle and allow time to dry. If desired, especially with tempera paint or other non-waterproof material, have an adult assist with spraying a clear coat of paint over your beetle. Allow the clear coat to dry.
4. Decorate your beetle! Googly eyes are particularly ideal decorative elements.
5. Attach your jewelry pin to the back of your beetle. Especially for air-dry clay, it is ideal to use some jewelry wire to secure the pin like a staple and add glue for further strength in holding the pin in place.

This SWAPS complements activities in at least one Adventure!

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