A Fruit Loop Friendship Bracelet Craft
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Fruit Loop Bracelets are a fun craft that doubles as a snack. With a few easy supplies, you can make a craft that makes a great fine motor skill lesson, a rainbow activity, or a friendship bracelet idea.
When it comes to an edible craft like this one, the kids are all in. Over the years, we have had so much fun creating with food like an art palette fruit salad, teddy bear snacks, and raspberry flower cupcakes.
I love the idea of making Fruit Loop friendship bracelets for all kinds of memorable moments – whether it’s the first day of preschool or elementary school, the last day of school, birthday parties, slumber parties, or even as part of a Sunday School lesson on friendship. There are so many fun activities that can tie into this simple craft. Plus, the cereal pieces are large enough for even the tiniest hands to join in, making it a perfect project for little ones.
Why you’ll love this craft
Supplies You’ll Need
- Fruit Loops – any brand will do
- Twine, yarn or string
- scissors
- Tape – I typically use clear tape, but any other type of tape will work as well.
Instructions:
- Pour Fruit Loops into a bowl so the kids can easily grab and choose their favorite colors.
- Cut pieces of yarn long enough to fit around each child’s wrist, leaving a few extra inches for tying and adding cereal.
- Wrap a small piece of tape around one end of the yarn to make threading easier, like a makeshift needle.
- Tie a Fruit Loop to the other end of the yarn to act as a stopper and keep the cereal from sliding off.
- Let the kids start threading. Encourage them to create patterns or experiment with colors.
- Once finished, untie the string from the stopper cereal piece. Wrap the bracelet around their wrist and tie the ends together securely. Trim any excess yarn if needed.
Expert Tips
For allergy-conscious or sugar-free homes, you can substitute with a similar ring-shaped cereal.
Make necklaces to go along with your bracelets for even more added fun.
Variations
Make rainbow patterns or single-color bracelets.
Add other cereal shapes (like Cheerios) for texture.
Use holiday-themed cereal to match seasons or special occasions.
FAQ’s
Will Cereal Break?
Yes. Cereal can break, especially if the kids are wearing their bracelets for an extended amount of time. These bracelets are best for short-term fun and a quick snack.
What Can I Prep Ahead of Time?
To make this craft easier for little ones, tape the string ends and tie one Fruit Loop onto the other end of the string.
What Kids on String Works Best?
Yarn, cording, and cotton twine all work great for this craft.
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A Fruit Loop Friendship Bracelet Craft
Materials
- Fruit Loops any brand will do
- yarn or string
- scissors
- Tape I typically use clear tape like Scotch tape, but any other type of tape will work as well.
Instructions
- Pour Fruit Loops into a bowl so the kids can easily grab and choose their favorite colors.
- Cut pieces of yarn long enough to fit around each child’s wrist, leaving a few extra inches for tying and adding cereal.
- Wrap a small piece of tape around one end of the yarn to make threading easier, like a makeshift needle.
- Tie a Fruit Loop to the other end of the yarn to act as a stopper and keep the cereal from sliding off.
- Let the kids start threading. Encourage them to create patterns or experiment with colors.
- Once finished, untie the string from the stopper cereal piece.
- Wrap the bracelet around their wrist and tie the ends together securely. Trim any excess yarn if needed.
