Download our free printable hedgehog template for kids to decorate. A fun and easy hedgehog craft where kids can get creative with their hedgehog designs.
Are you looking for a simple craft for your kids? I’m excited to share our decorate the hedgehog craft. It includes a free printable template. It’s perfect for a rainy day, a classroom activity, or a creative afternoon at home. This adorable hedgehog is just waiting to be decorated.
The best part? The hedgehog template is free. All you need to do is print it out, and your kids can start decorating right away. They can color the hedgehog, cut it out, and even add their own creative touches.
I love how this simple activity encourages creativity. Your kids can use crayons, markers, colored pencils, or even paints. If you want to get more hands-on, grab some glue and let them add small craft items like googly eyes, glitter, feathers, or even bits of yarn. The possibilities are endless.
Another fun idea is to turn the hedgehog into a fall-themed craft. Add leaves, acorns, or other natural items found outside. This is a great way to bring a touch of the season into the craft.
Decorating the hedgehog can also be a great fine motor skill activity. Kids will practice coloring within the lines, using scissors to cut, and gluing decorations. Plus, they’ll feel a sense of accomplishment once they see their finished work.
I hope your kids enjoy this fun and free hedgehog decorating craft. You can download the decorate the hedgehog template by clicking the link below.
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Hedgehog Craft Supplies
- Free printable hedgehog template (see link below)
- Crayons, markers, or colored pencils
How to Decorate the Hedgehog
Step 1: Download and Print the Hedgehog Template
Start by downloading and printing the Decorate the Hedgehog template. See link below.
Step 2: Color the Hedgehog
Color the hedgehog with crayons, markers, or colored pencils. See decorating ideas below.
Step 3: Display Your Hedgehog
Once the hedgehog is decorated and everything is dry, find a special place to display your child’s masterpiece. Whether on the fridge, in their room, or as part of a fall display, they will be proud of their creation.
Creative Decorating Ideas for the Hedgehog Craft
Looking for fun ways to make your hedgehog extra special? Here are some creative ideas to inspire your child’s imagination:
- Colorful Hedgehog Spikes
Instead of traditional hedgehog colors, let your child use a rainbow of colors to create bright, bold spikes. Encourage them to use stripes, polka dots, or even zig-zags for a fun, whimsical look. - Nature-Themed Hedgehog
For a nature-inspired twist, take your child on a quick nature walk to gather small leaves, acorns, or even twigs. Glue the leaves or small acorns onto the hedgehog’s back to give it a fall-themed, textured look. This also connects the craft to the changing seasons. - Sparkly Hedgehog
Make the hedgehog sparkle by adding glitter glue. - Googly-Eyed Hedgehog
Give your hedgehog some personality with googly eyes. You can glue on one large eye for a cute, goofy look, or use smaller googly eyes for a more subtle touch. - Textured Hedgehog
Add a layer of texture to the hedgehog’s spikes using yarn, felt, or tissue paper. Cut small pieces of brown or orange yarn to glue on as spikes, or crumble pieces of tissue paper for a 3D effect. - Seasonal Hedgehog
Create hedgehogs that match the seasons. For a winter hedgehog, use white and blue to color it and add “snow” with cotton balls. For spring, draw and glue tiny flowers on its back. - Personalized Hedgehog
Encourage your child to give their hedgehog a name. They can write the name next to it. - Hedgehog Family
If one hedgehog isn’t enough, create an entire hedgehog family. Print multiple templates and let your child design each one with different colors and decorations.
Free Hedgehog Template
This free hedgehog template is for personal use or classroom use only. It cannot be altered or sold. Please click on the link below for the hedgehog craft.
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