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DIY Mop Horse

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I am always looking for ways to reuse and repurpose toys and craft supplies we have to make new activities and ways to spend the afternoon. Little lady was asking for a toy horse, she is very interested in Toy Story and likes to dress up as Jessie. I didn't want to buy a toy horse for her to ride round the house for a few days (or hours) and then have another toy in the living room. We decided to make our own using the mop from her Melissa and Doug cleaning set and kraft paper. What you need: Child size mop or broom Kraft paper Tape and white glue Googly eyes Markers for decorating  What to do: Fold the Kraft paper in half. Trace the shape of the horse's head (without decorations or details I looks like a large boot) Cut out the horse's head. Place the mop between the two peices of Kraft paper, using the mop head as the horse's mane.  Glue and tape the two peices of Kraft paper together.  I think Little Miss liked this horse more than one we would have bought because sh...

Have a Crafty New Year!

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Wishing you a happy and healthy new year!