Directions:
It's fun to make St. Patty's day characters like Patrick, Leprechauns, Pot of Gold, Treasure box and more. Need to know how many beads for each of these? You'll find it in project sheet! And don't forget to read our Leprechaun Hat Trick story - it's so funny!
1. All the pieces in this project are used to tell the story of “The Leprechaun’s Hat Trick”. Download that file, and the story appears in a fun and interactive way to read to children. After all the pieces are made, you can introduce each one to the children by name. Then as you read the story, hold up the piece when you come to its icon in the story and have the children call out its name.
To create the pieces, download the St. Patrick’s Day Story Project Sheet, then use the pegboards indicated. If you are using a clear pegboard, slide the actual-size pattern underneath it. Now, place all the beads for the design.
2. Cover the completed design with the ironing paper. Keeping the iron level, gently iron the beads in a circular motion for about 10 seconds to fuse the beads evenly. Ironed properly, the beads will still have an open center. Warning: Parents—the ironing must be done by an adult only. Some irons may emit steam. Please keep children at a safe distance.
3. Once the design is cool, peel off the ironing paper. Lift your design from the pegboard; flip the design over and repeat step #2. Your pegboard and ironing paper are reusable.