Craft Stick Wishing Well
Make this adorable Craft Stick Wishing Well for your next party or classroom activity. These sweet little wells are perfect as table centerpieces, party favors, or even as part of a fairy garden display. Kids will love decorating their own and making a special wish when it is finished.
Supplies
• Mini craft sticks
• 2 regular craft sticks
• Recycled cardboard shipping tube
• Cardboard
• Rubber band
• Acrylic paint
• Paint brush
• Craft glue or white glue
• Scissors
• Lace, ribbon or decorative trim
Instructions
Cut a 2 inch piece from a cardboard tube. Spread a thin coat of white glue around the outside.
Place mini craft sticks all the way around the tube, lining up the bottoms with the edge of the tube. Wrap a rubber band around the outside to hold the sticks in place while the glue dries.
Glue two regular craft sticks inside the tube across from each other. These will support the roof.
Cut a rectangle from cardboard for the roof. Fold it in half to create a peak. Spread a thin layer of craft glue over both sides.
Place a row of mini craft sticks on each side of the folded roof, lining them up neatly. Let dry completely.
Paint all pieces on every side. Let dry thoroughly.
Glue the roof onto the supporting craft sticks.
Finish by gluing lace, ribbon, or decorative trim around the top or roof for a pretty finishing touch.
Fun Facts
Wishing wells were popular in many ancient cultures. People believed that water held magical powers and that tossing in a coin or making a wish could bring good luck. In parts of Europe, wells were seen as special places connected to spirits or protective forces.
Source: How Stuff Works – Wishing Wells: Meaning, Superstitions, and Famous Locations
Teacher Friendly Educational Extension
This craft works well for classroom activities when studying folklore or world cultures. After completing the Craft Stick Wishing Well, invite students to:
• Write a short paragraph about what they would wish for and why
• Research a famous wishing well in the world
• Create a class display with each student’s well and written wish
You can also use this as a creative writing prompt for storytelling. Have students imagine a magical well that grants unexpected wishes and write a short story about what happens next.
This easy craft for kids is a fun hands on activity that encourages creativity while also introducing cultural history in a simple and engaging way.
Supplies
Mini Craft Sticks2 Regular Craft SticksRecycled Shipping TubeCardboardRubber BandAcrylic Paint and BrushCraft GlueScissorsLace, Ribbon or Trim
Instructions
Cut a 2” piece off a cardboard tube. Cover with a thin coat of white glue. Place mini craft sticks all around lining up the bottoms with the edge of the tube. Place a rubber band around it to hold sticks in place as they dry.
Glue to regular craft stick inside the tube to support the roof.
Cut a piece of cardboard for the roof. Fold in half. Coat it with a thin coat of craft glue. Place a row of mini craft sticks on both sides of the fold. Let dry.
Paint all pieces on all sides. Let dry.
Glue roof to supporting pieces.
Glue on ribbon or trim to decorate.
Contributor
These projects are created by Terri, Betty, Jamie or one of the talented staff members at MakingFriends.com. They have been created exclusively for publication on FreeKidsCrafts.com with supplies you'll be able to find around your house.
This is very cute! thanks for sharing the instructions