Icy Twig Tree

This Icy Twig Tree is a fun nature-inspired craft idea for winter!

Go on a hunt for twigs while you’re outdoors and then create these beautiful, icy and sparkly winter trees. You’ll need just a few basic craft materials (plus salt to create the icy look). This craft is also perfect for kids of any age and wonderful as a classroom project.

Be sure to check out the materials list and step by step instructions below.

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Materials:

White cardstock
Liquid school glue
Salt
Twigs
Watercolors + paintbrush
Tray or large plate

Optional:

Paper plate
Q-tip

Directions:

Glue the twigs onto the white cardstock using the liquid school glue. For younger kids, I like to place a little bit of the glue onto a paper plate so they can apply the glue with a q-tip.
Once you have all of the twigs glued, apply a little big of glue onto each twig and in between.
Working over a large plate or tray, sprinkle with salt all over the tray. Shake off excess.
Now, using the blues from the watercolors, paint around the tree to create a frosty, winter feel.