Many of our favorite projects here make use of yarn. Simply winding yarn around a piece of cardboard is wonderful for developing hand-eye coordination while bringing in plenty of color. Our Yarn Wrapped Shamrock Craft offers all of that and even more!
These were such a delight to create that we couldn’t seem to stop. We crafted green shamrocks as well as colorful rainbow versions. No matter which style you choose, they make an ideal St. Patrick’s Day project. We’ve also added a Free Printable Shamrock Template!
Cardboard Yarn Wrapped Shamrock Craft
To create these yarn shamrocks, start by downloading our free printable template. You’ll also need sturdy cardboard, yarn, tape, and scissors.
Cardboard Yarn Shamrock Craft Step by Step Directions
First, print the shamrock template and cut it out.
Place the template on sturdy cardboard and trace around it.
Cut the shamrock shape out.
Next, secure the starting end of the yarn to the cardboard’s back with tape.
Begin winding the yarn around all the nooks and crannies. Be sure to cover the stem as well! Continue wrapping in different directions until the entire shamrock is covered.
Create some shamrocks with green yarn and others with multicolored rainbow yarn.
After the shamrock is completely covered, trim the yarn and tape its end to the back.
We adore how cheerful and effortless these turned out. They would look absolutely sweet displayed as St. Patrick’s Day decorations!
Instructions
- First, print the shamrock template and cut it out.
- Place the template on sturdy cardboard and trace around it.
- Cut the shamrock shape out.
- Next, secure the starting end of the yarn to the cardboard’s back with tape.
- Begin winding the yarn around all the nooks and crannies. Be sure to cover the stem as well! Continue wrapping in different directions until the entire shamrock is covered.
- Create some shamrocks with green yarn and others with multicolored rainbow yarn.
- After the shamrock is completely covered, trim the yarn and tape its end to the back.