We’ve been enjoying plenty of creative projects with autumn leaves, and we’re delighted with how this Paper Plate Fall Leaf Hedgehog Craft came together! It’s adorable and makes a wonderful fall activity that captures the charm of the season in an extra-cute hedgehog.
Like all of our autumn leaf projects, part of the enjoyment comes from going outdoors to collect the leaves. The greater the variety of colors, sizes, and shapes, the better. After that, slice a paper plate in half and attach leaves with glue until the entire plate is covered.
We also offer a Free Printable Leaf Hedgehog Template for the head and feet, which are the only remaining pieces you’ll need.
Paper Plate Fall Nature Leaf Hedgehog Craft
To create these autumn leaf hedgehogs, be sure to print our leaf hedgehog template.
Gather fall leaves, paper plates, brown and black paper, small googly eyes, a black marker, a ⅝” circle paper punch, scissors, and glue as well.
Leaf Hedgehog Craft Supplies Needed
Fall Hedgehog Craft Step by Step Directions
First, go outdoors and collect a large assortment of leaves.
You’ll also want to have a paper plate ready.
Slice the paper plate into two equal parts.
Next, begin attaching leaves around the plate with glue. Apply plenty of adhesive so the leaves adhere firmly.
Keep adding and gluing leaves until the entire paper plate is covered.
Afterward, print the hedgehog template. Either print it directly onto brown paper and cut out the pieces, or print it on standard paper, cut out the shapes, and trace them onto brown paper before cutting. You’ll also need a small black paper circle for the nose.
Attach the face shape to the front side of the paper plate with glue.
Position and glue on the circular nose. Add one eye, then draw a simple smile with a black marker.
To finish this incredibly cute fall hedgehog, glue the feet along the bottom flat edge of the paper plate. Allow the glue to dry completely so the leaves remain firmly attached.
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More Fall Leaf Crafts for Kids
There are plenty of other fun autumn leaf projects to try, including our Paper Bag Fall Leaf Gnome Craft, Fall Leaf Suncatcher Craft, Fall Leaf Turkey Craft, and Fall Leaf Owl Craft. These are only a handful of the many fall crafts for kids available at Our Kid Things!
Materials
- Hedgehog Template
- Autumn leaves
- Paper plates
- Light cardstock – brown, black
- ⅝” circle paper punch
- Small googly eyes
- Black marker
- Scissors
- Glue
Instructions
- Start by going outdoors to gather a generous handful of leaves. You’ll also need a paper plate.
- Divide the paper plate in half.
- Begin placing leaves around the plate and gluing them down. Use ample glue to ensure every leaf stays attached.
- Keep adding leaves until the paper plate is completely filled.
- Next, print the hedgehog template. Print it on brown paper and cut out the pieces, or print it on regular paper, cut out the shapes, and trace them onto brown paper before cutting. You’ll also need a small black paper circle for the nose.
- Glue the face piece onto the front of the paper plate.
- Glue the circular nose into position.
- Attach one googly eye.
- Then, draw a basic smile using a black marker.
- Lastly, glue the feet along the bottom flat edge of the paper plate to finish this charming fall hedgehog. Let the glue dry thoroughly so the leaves stay safely in place.