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Native American Vest Craft
How to Make a Vest Using a Paper Bag

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Follow these instructions for making a Native American vest out of a paper bag.

  • Age Guideline: 3 Years and Up
  • Time Required: 20 minutes (Does not include drying time)

The above age and time guidelines are estimates. This project can be modified to suit other ages and may take more or less time depending on your circumstances.

 

Materials Needed:

Instructions:
Cut a vest from the paper bag by cutting a slit up the front and cutting out neck and arm holes. To decorate, either cut out construction paper shapes and glue them on: use crayons or markers to draw designs; or paint it by making prints out of sponge shapes or potatoes.

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