DIY kid’s tambourine craft

Kate Murphy
June 25, 2013

Is it a lazy Sunday or a rainy day with nothing to do? You have read every book in the house, played all your kid’s favorite games and you’re out of ideas. A crafty DIY music tambourine can be made with items around the house, is easy and will keep your child entertained for hours!

What you’ll need:

Two firm paper plates
Paint and paintbrush
Approximately 20 bottle caps
Hole punch
Ribbon

Directions:

Paint plates

Pick a bright, fun color for your tambourine. Turn the plates over to the backside and add a coat or two of paint. Continue adding more with a brush until the whole thing is covered evenly. Set aside to dry.

Bottle cap madness!

Place approximately 20 bottle caps inside one of the paper plates. You can get these at a craft store, or just use some of your own from discarded soda or ale bottles!

Hole punch

After adding bottle caps, place the other plate on top with the freshly painted side facing outward. Hole punch roughly six to eight times around the edge of the two plates. Make sure the plates are together so the holes line up properly.

Ribbon weaving

Buy an interesting ribbon that matches or complements the previously chosen paint color. Cut a piece of ribbon for each hole made. Weave the ribbon through the holes, pull tight and tie a bow for added flair.