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Weaving is a super fun and relaxing activity for kids. This bear weaving craft uses easy paper strips and a cute bear shape that kids love. As they weave the strips over and under, they practice hand skills and patterns while making something they are proud of. You can use our printable template below to make it easier!
This craft works well for preschool and early elementary kids and is easy to adjust for different ages. With bright colors and a sweet bear design, it feels like play while kids learn through hands-on fun.
Paper Bear Weaving Craft – Materials
- Brown cardstock or construction paper
- Colored paper for the weaving strips
- Pencil
- Scissors
- Glue stick
- Black marker
- Printable bear template (optional)
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Instructions
*Note in the video we show how to make the bear without a template but have provided one in case it is useful!
Step 1: Fold and Trace the Bear Body
Fold the A4 brown paper in half vertically.
Place the bear body template along the folded edge.
Trace around the template and cut it out.
Open the paper to reveal a symmetrical bear shape.
Step 2: Cut the Weaving Slits
On the sweater area, draw straight vertical lines.
Cut along the lines to make slits, stopping before the edges.
Do not cut all the way through.
Step 3: Add the Bear Details
Use a black marker to draw the bear’s face and sweater details.
Trace and cut the bear hands/arms template on brown paper and decorate with simple lines.
Glue the arms to each side of the bear.
Step 4: Cut the Weaving Strips
Cut long, thin paper strips (1.5 x 20cm each) from colored paper.
These strips will be woven through the sweater.
Step 5: Weave the Sweater
Slide the first strip over one slit and under the next, skipping one slit in between.
For the next strip, reverse the pattern.
Continue weaving until the sweater is filled.
Step 6: Secure and Finish
Flip the bear over and glue the strip ends in place.
Trim any excess paper.
Your Bear Weaving Craft Is Ready!
A cozy little bear with a colorful woven sweater — perfect for display or classroom fun.
Final Thoughts
This bear weaving craft is easy to set up and fun for kids to make. It helps build fine motor skills and focus while letting kids enjoy creating something cute and colorful! Give it a try with our printable template for hands on crafting.