1. Home
  2. /
  3. Projects /
  4. Kids Crafts
  5. / Yarn Woven Turtle
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.

yarn woven turtle

Yarn isn’t just for knitting! You’ll have a blast weaving and wrapping with yarn to make cute creations.
Share your project photos with #MakeItWithMichaels

Print Project

Step 1
Paint three craft sticks and let dry.
Step 2
ADULT: Lay two of the sticks in an "X" and add a small dot of hot glue to hold them together; then glue the third craft stick vertically down the centre of the "X" and glue it in place.
Step 3
To begin weaving the yarn around the sticks, tie one end of the yarn around the centre of the "X". Now, weave your yarn around the “X” working it over and under the craft sticks.
Step 4
When you are done wrapping, tie the yarn in a knot and then trim the ends close.
Step 5
Glue two small wiggle eyes to the head and a gem to the centre of the turtle, then use markers to add details to the legs and tail. Let dry.

Share your project photos with #MakeItWithMichaels
Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
  • img
    You’ll Need: 1

    Basic Multi-Surface Premium Satin Acrylic Set by Craft Smart®

    Item # 10371225 
    Save 40% off One Regular Price Item with code 7242440- Exclusions apply See Details See Details
    Limit one coupon per product. Limit one coupon of each type per day. Limited to stock on hand. Void where prohibited. Valid only in Canada. EXCLUSIONS: Everyday Value program, clearance; buy & get items; custom framing; beverages & candy; books & magazines; classes; gift cards; craft technology machines; Cricut, Silhouette; Elf On The Shelf Storybook Sets; Lemax. Exclusions subject to change. See Team Member for details.
    $17.99
  • img
    834499287
    You’ll Need: 1

    Elmer's® Washable School Glue

    Item # 10002329 
    Save 40% off One Regular Price Item with code 7242440- Exclusions apply See Details See Details
    Limit one coupon per product. Limit one coupon of each type per day. Limited to stock on hand. Void where prohibited. Valid only in Canada. EXCLUSIONS: Everyday Value program, clearance; buy & get items; custom framing; beverages & candy; books & magazines; classes; gift cards; craft technology machines; Cricut, Silhouette; Elf On The Shelf Storybook Sets; Lemax. Exclusions subject to change. See Team Member for details.
    $3.99
    • Color: White
    • Size: 4 oz
    • Color: White
    • Size: 4 oz
    +More Sizes
    • Color: White
    • Size: 4 oz
    +More Sizes
    +More Options
  • img
    876270917
    You’ll Need: 1

    Wood Craft Sticks by Creatology™

    Item # 10529206 
    Save 40% off One Regular Price Item with code 7242440- Exclusions apply See Details See Details
    Limit one coupon per product. Limit one coupon of each type per day. Limited to stock on hand. Void where prohibited. Valid only in Canada. EXCLUSIONS: Everyday Value program, clearance; buy & get items; custom framing; beverages & candy; books & magazines; classes; gift cards; craft technology machines; Cricut, Silhouette; Elf On The Shelf Storybook Sets; Lemax. Exclusions subject to change. See Team Member for details.
    $7.99
    • Color: Brown
    • Count: 100
    • Color: Brown
    • Count: 100
    +More Counts
    • Color: Brown
    • Count: 100
    +More Counts
    +More Options
  • img
    You’ll Need: 1

    Creatology™ Acrylic Gems, Large Assorted

    Item # 10475566 
    Save 40% off One Regular Price Item with code 7242440- Exclusions apply See Details See Details
    Limit one coupon per product. Limit one coupon of each type per day. Limited to stock on hand. Void where prohibited. Valid only in Canada. EXCLUSIONS: Everyday Value program, clearance; buy & get items; custom framing; beverages & candy; books & magazines; classes; gift cards; craft technology machines; Cricut, Silhouette; Elf On The Shelf Storybook Sets; Lemax. Exclusions subject to change. See Team Member for details.
    $27.99
 
Tools
Tools
 
  • img
    You’ll Need: 1

    Creatology™ Taklon Bristle Paintbrushes, 6pc

    Item # 10268871 
    Buy 2 Get 1 Free - Add 3 items to qualify See Details See Details
    Buy two items at regular price & get the third of equal or lesser value free. Excludes clearance.
    $5.49
  • img
    You’ll Need: 1

    Mini Low Temperature Glue Gun by Ashland®

    Item # 10301564 
    Save 40% off One Regular Price Item with code 7242440- Exclusions apply See Details See Details
    Limit one coupon per product. Limit one coupon of each type per day. Limited to stock on hand. Void where prohibited. Valid only in Canada. EXCLUSIONS: Everyday Value program, clearance; buy & get items; custom framing; beverages & candy; books & magazines; classes; gift cards; craft technology machines; Cricut, Silhouette; Elf On The Shelf Storybook Sets; Lemax. Exclusions subject to change. See Team Member for details.
    $4.99
    *No additional coupons or discounts may be applied.
 
You’ll Also Need
Instructions
Step 1
Paint three craft sticks and let dry.
Step 2
ADULT: Lay two of the sticks in an "X" and add a small dot of hot glue to hold them together; then glue the third craft stick vertically down the centre of the "X" and glue it in place.
Step 3
To begin weaving the yarn around the sticks, tie one end of the yarn around the centre of the "X". Now, weave your yarn around the “X” working it over and under the craft sticks.
Step 4
When you are done wrapping, tie the yarn in a knot and then trim the ends close.
Step 5
Glue two small wiggle eyes to the head and a gem to the centre of the turtle, then use markers to add details to the legs and tail. Let dry.

Share your project photos with #MakeItWithMichaels
Project Reviews