June 18 Project:
Upcycled Newspaper Hats
Young artists hear a playful prose story about new friendships and then use molding, cutting and taping skills to create a wearable hat from upcycled materials.
Featured Artwork: Robert J. Smith (American, 1901-1985) Store Front, 1933, oil on canvas. Gift of Mrs. Harrie G. Carnell, 1939.45
Story: The Quangle Wangle’s Hat written by Edward Lear and illustrated by Helen Oxenbury
Project: Create an “upcycled” hat made from newspaper
Supplies Needed
- Three to four full newspaper sheets
- Scissors
- Pencil
- Masking Tape
Optional Supplies
- Stapler
- Painter’s Tape