This little pup makes a great decoration, gift topper, or imaginative play buddy for the kids. Plus pipe cleaner animals are the perfect mix of creativity and fine motor skills practice. And the best part? You can customize your dog’s colour, pose, and even its facial markings!
Helpful Tips:
What kind of pipe cleaners work best for making pipe cleaner dogs?
Standard chenille pipe cleaners, like we used, are readily available and work fine for this simple pipe cleaner dog. For a more realistic looking dog, thicker wool pipe cleaners give a fuller, fluffier look. Or you can also make bigger versions of your pipe cleaner dog with extra thick furry pipe cleaners!
What glue is best for adding eyes and a nose to my DIY pipe cleaner dog?
Hot glue can work in a pinch for your pipe cleaner dogs, but tacky glue gives you more control for placing tiny beads. Hot glue also tends to ooze out around the beads, leaving a hard rim around the nose and eyes.
How do I add colour to my pipe cleaner dog if I don’t have pastels?
If you don’t have pastels, eye shadow is another great option for colouring your pipe cleaner dogs! If you don’t have either of those, you can also use permanent markers or fabric markers. Keep in mind, though, that these options may not give you as soft an effect as the powdered colourants. This pipe cleaner dog craft is such a fun way to get creative with a classic crafting material. Whether you’re shaping it into a playful pose or adding your own colourful touches, each fuzzy pup turns out one-of-a-kind. It’s a doggone good time for both kids and adults!
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