The story behind it
By TurkeyMom · October 2016
Ages5+
Prep5 min
Activity20 min
Leveleasy
MessLow
Works for1:1 · Small group · Class
Fold squares of origami paper into pointy finger cones, tuck the flap into the pocket, and color the tips black for spooky witch fingers. It's an easy, low-mess Halloween craft that's great for parties or waiting at after-school activities.
⚠️ Safety first
- The paper tips are pointy, so no poking faces or eyes while playing with the fingers.
- Googly eyes are small parts. Supervise closely or skip them with kids who still mouth things.
- Use washable markers with younger kids, since the tips get colored close to fingers.
Before the kids arrive
- Count out 5 squares of origami paper per child (10 if they want both hands).
Steps
Start with a square piece of origami paper.
Bring two opposite corners together and fold to make a triangle.
Fold the triangle in half again to make a smaller triangle.
Bring the top corner down to the center of the opposite base and fold.
Fold the flap over and press a firm crease.
Find the pocket and tuck the flap all the way in.
Slide your finger into the pocket to open the cone.
Color the pointy tip with a black marker for a little spook.
Make one for each finger and wiggle your witch claws!
Tips
- Carry a pack of origami paper in your bag. It kept my child busy while waiting for her sibling at after-school activities, without a device.from the author
- Push the flap all the way into the pocket. That's the spot your finger goes in.from the author
- My 7-year-old has been using her origami fingers to bother her little sister. Little Sis, not wanting to be left behind, made her own set.from the author
- A great Halloween party activity.from the author
Make it your own
- Use black and orange paper and add googly eyes for extra spookiness.
- Use rainbow or pastel colors for a cute version for little kids.
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