Here is a fun and very messy craft to make. Use this piggy bank to store all
your loose coins.
Note: Make sure to wear old clothing and cover your working area with lots
of newspaper.
| 1. |
Blow up the balloon and tie a knot at end.
This will be the pig's body.
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| 2. |
Cut or tear newspaper into strips.
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| 3. |
Tape the cup from the egg carton on knot
end of the balloon.
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| 4. |
Cut two ears from the box board or cardboard
and tape onto the balloon.
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| 5. |
To make the legs:
| A. |
Cut two circles from the box board or cardboard. |
| B. |
Cut circles in half. |
| C. |
Take each half circle and form cones. |
| D. |
Attach the legs with tape to the underside
of your pig. |
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| 6. |
Cut and bend pipe cleaner into a curly tail
and tape onto the large end of the balloon.
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| 7. |
Paste on approximately 4 layers of newspaper
strips over the entire pig.
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| 8. |
Allow to dry for at least two days.
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| 9. |
Ask a grownup to cut a rectangular coin slot
in the top of your pig, then burst the balloon with a pin.
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| 10. |
Decorate with paints and allow to dry.
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| 11. |
Apply at least one coat of varnish or Hodge
Podge to protect and strengthen your masterpiece. |
