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Time Required :
About 30 minutes
Beginner
Beginner
You're new to the skills necessary to complete this project, or maybe you've tried them just once or twice before.

kids looking ahead binoculars

This project is intended for kids ages 3+.
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Step 1

Wrap two recycled paper tubes with construction paper and adhere it with a glue stick.

Step 2

Trim off the extra paper, then add additional layers of construction paper if you'd like to further decorate your paper tubes.

Step 3

Arrange your tubes so they are side-by-side and glue them together to resemble binoculars. Let dry.

Step 4

Decorate and add a message to your binoculars with markers.

Step 5

ADULT: Punch a hole on the outside, top of each tube.

Step 6

Finally, cut a length of yarn that is about 24" [60 cm] and thread each end through a hole in the tubes. Tie a knot to create the strap.

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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Jumbo Elmer's® Disappearing Purple School Glue Stick

    Item # 10040621 
    $3.79
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    809187840
    You’ll Need: 1

    Value™ Yarn by Craft Smart™, Solid

    Item # 10196945 
    $3.99
    • Color: White
    • Size: 7 oz
    • Color: White
    • Size: 7 oz
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    • Color: White
    • Size: 7 oz
    +More Colors
    +More Options
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Elmer's® Washable School Glue

    Item # 10002329 
    $2.99
    • Color: White
    • Size: 4 oz
    • Color: White
    • Size: 4 oz
    +More Sizes
    • Color: White
    • Size: 4 oz
    +More Sizes
    +More Options
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Primary Broad Line Washable Marker Set by Creatology®

    Item # 10633445 
    $5.29
 
Tools
Tools
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Recollections™ Hand Punch

    Item # 10282477 
    $7.49
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Creatology™ Blunt Tip Scissors

    Item # 10268872 
    $3.49
 
You’ll Also Need
  • Recycled Paper Tubes
Instructions
Step 1

Wrap two recycled paper tubes with construction paper and adhere it with a glue stick.

Step 2

Trim off the extra paper, then add additional layers of construction paper if you'd like to further decorate your paper tubes.

Step 3

Arrange your tubes so they are side-by-side and glue them together to resemble binoculars. Let dry.

Step 4

Decorate and add a message to your binoculars with markers.

Step 5

ADULT: Punch a hole on the outside, top of each tube.

Step 6

Finally, cut a length of yarn that is about 24" [60 cm] and thread each end through a hole in the tubes. Tie a knot to create the strap.

Share your project photos with #MakeItWithMichaels

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