Kids can use yarn to draw directly onto sticky tape, creating one-of-a-kind works of art. It’s a simple and budget-friendly craft that’s surprisingly relaxing, and it’s perfect for exploring shapes, colour, and design. Plus, it’s a great boredom buster for kids of all ages!

Helpful Tips:

What kind of pen works best for yarn pen art?

The best pen for yarn pen drawing is a basic ballpoint pen that easily comes apart. Look for one that you can unscrew and remove the ink tube from without a lot of effort. Pens with a transparent case also make it easier to feed the yarn through and see what you’re working with. Basically, you don’t need anything fancy to make this yarn art. We bought our pens at the dollar store, but you can also look at the back of your junk drawer for a pen that’s out of ink!

Can I use any type of yarn to make this easy yarn art?

You can use just about any type of basic yarn for this yarn art painting technique, but some yarns will work better than others. This craft is also the perfect way to use up scraps from old projects, since you don’t need much of each colour. Thin or medium weight yarn works best, since it slides through the pen tip easily. This also means it will stick to the tape better. Acrylic yarn is ideal since it’s smooth, lightweight, and flexible. Avoid super fuzzy yarns like chenille or novelty yarns, as they’re harder to guide and may not adhere well to the tape. Chunky yarn is also harder to control, and it doesn’t glide as easily through the pen.

What kind of tape should I use for this yarn pen painting hack?

Clear packing tape is the best choice for painting with yarn, since it gives you a wide, smooth, sticky surface to “draw” on. You’ll want to layer strips of tape side-by-side until the whole opening of your cardboard frame is covered. Clear contact paper works too, especially if you want a slightly larger sticky area, or are working with a group of kids. If you’d like to preserve your child’s yarn masterpiece, cover the finished side with another layer of tape or contact paper to seal everything in. Yarn pen art is such a neat way to get creative with things you probably already have at home! It’s perfect for quiet afternoons, rainy days, or just a screen-free moment of calm. Whether your kids are creating swirls, spirals, smiley faces, or flowers, they’ll love watching their yarn drawings come to life on the sticky tape.

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