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    Home » Art Activities

    Minnie Mouse Craft

    Published: May 17, 2016 · Modified: Jun 17, 2022 by Vicky · This post contains affiliate links.

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    I was asked a lot about what I wanted for Mother's Day. My answer is usually the same, "just to spend time with my family." I am blessed with three girls and some of my favorite moments are the times when we get to share mommy and me moments. Recently, I got to spend some special one on one time with my youngest daughter inspired by Minnie Mouse. We played, laughed and created. If you are looking for some fun ways to enjoy time with your child, check out what we did and learn how to make a Minnie Mouse Craft.

    Make this fun Minnie Mouse Craft with your child and enjoy some mommy and me time.

    I came up with a fun Minnie craft to make with my daughter to give to my mom for Mother's day. This Minnie craft is perfect for anyone you know who is a Disney lover.

    You will need:

    • 8 x 10 art canvas
    • Paintbrushes
    • Acrylic paint in various colors
    • Contact paper
    • Marker
    • Scissors
    • Red and white or pink and white polka dotted scrapbook paper
    • Minnie Mouse head and bow template (free printable below)
    • White glue
    minnie mouse craft supplies

    To get the free Minnie template click here.

    Print and cut out the Minnie Mouse head pattern. Trace it onto the side of contact paper where you can see the writing. Cut the Minnie Mouse head out from the contact paper and peel the backing off.

    minnie mouse head on contact paper

    Stick the contact paper Minnie onto the canvas, a little lower than center. Make sure the edges of the contact paper are securely pressed down so paint will not seep underneath. I did this by running my fingernail over the edges.

    minnie mouse craft on canvas

    Set up some paints and brushes for your child. My daughter was very specific about the colors she wanted to use. She made sure to pick colors that Grandma would like.

    minnie mouse craft

    Paint the canvas as you wish. There is no wrong way to do this. You can paint over the contact paper too and when it dries and is peeled off, you can use it as a sticker.

    minnie mouse craft

    When the paint is dry (ours took 2 hours to dry) carefully peel off the contact paper from the canvas. My older daughter made a Minnie Mouse craft too.

    minnie mouse craft

    Now it's time to choose a bow for Minnie. I found some red and white and pink and white polka dotted scrapbook paper at my local craft store and used it to make some of Minnie's signature bows. You have already gotten the template for the bow. Simply print it, cut it out and trace onto the scrapbook paper. Cut out the scrapbook paper bow. Glue it on Minnie's head to complete your Minnie Mouse craft.

    mother helping child with art

    minnie mouse craft

    Don't you just love how the bow on her Minnie Mouse craft matches the bow on her dress?

    child sharing minnie mouse craft

     

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    Comments

    1. Lauren Gnapi

      May 18, 2016 at 9:22 am

      She is adorable, and what a cute craft!

    2. Cara (@StylishGeek)

      May 18, 2016 at 9:07 am

      Minnie Mouse is my favorite and I am glad my daughter felt the same way! I love the craft you did...very similar to what my kid did years ago. I love the outfit too!

    3. Heather

      May 18, 2016 at 6:57 am

      Such a fun idea! As my kids get older, I realize how important one on one time is to them (and to me!). This is a great activity!

    4. Julie

      May 18, 2016 at 6:10 am

      What a cute idea! I love all her Minnie outfits..she's adorable!

    5. Kiwi

      May 18, 2016 at 12:40 am

      I love this crafty idea. So fun as Minnie is a timeless icon for little girls!

    6. Kirsten

      May 17, 2016 at 10:25 pm

      What fun Minnie stuff! I loved it when my daughter could wear these fun dresses too. Looks like you guys had lots of fun, and I loved your Minnie art craft! Pinned!

    7. Tanya @ Mom's Small Victories

      May 17, 2016 at 6:45 pm

      Aw, so sweet. I have 3 boys, so it'd be Mickey's all around over here. Your girls are absolutely darling and this craft looks like fun!

    8. Vicky

      May 17, 2016 at 5:39 pm

      I totally think a 3 year old could do this Wendy. Thanks for stopping by.

    9. Vicky

      May 17, 2016 at 5:38 pm

      Thank you so much Rachel. That is so sweet!

    10. Vicky

      May 17, 2016 at 5:38 pm

      And mine certainly is!

    11. tiaras and tantrums

      May 17, 2016 at 5:27 pm

      This looks like the perfect craft to complete when you have a child who is in love with all things Disney!

    12. Louise Bishop

      May 17, 2016 at 7:54 pm

      What a super cute craft idea. Thanks for the tip on pushing the edge down. My granddaughter is a perfectionist and it would have ruined our craft time if it would have run underneath 🙂

    13. Wendy

      May 17, 2016 at 4:45 pm

      I love this craft! When I saw it I assumed based on the final result that it would be something my three year old would be too little for. She would love this. Thanks so much for sharing.

    14. Ana

      May 17, 2016 at 3:30 pm

      The playtastic kitchen set sounds brill. I like Disney too and always wanted the chance to dress up as a Disney character.

    15. Sheri

      May 17, 2016 at 1:51 pm

      I had everything Minnie Mouse when I was growing up, she is so cute and looks very happy!

    16. Rachel Langer

      May 17, 2016 at 4:50 pm

      This is an awesome craft project! And one I wouldn't mind hanging in the kids' room. I am sharing this in my Disney groups!

    17. Vicky

      May 17, 2016 at 12:01 pm

      And she is always so stylish!

    18. Kait

      May 17, 2016 at 11:46 am

      I love Minnie Mouse as a little girl. I think she still might be my favorite Disney character! Such a classic 🙂

    19. Vicky

      May 17, 2016 at 10:33 am

      We can never get enough Minnie Mouse here!

    20. Robin Masshole Mommy

      May 17, 2016 at 9:23 am

      My niece loves Minnie, so she would love to paint something like this. I love that kids can express their creativity with this project.

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