DIY Witch Cauldron Paper Plate Craft

Get ready to brew up some Halloween magic with our DIY witch cauldron craft!

This spooktacular project is not only fun and easy but also perfect for adding a festive touch to your Halloween decorations.

Using our free template, a paper plate, and bubble wrap painted green, kids can create a bubbling witch’s brew that looks just like it’s straight out of a spooky storybook.

This craft is so easy to create, making it perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, as well as elementary aged children.

It’s a fantastic way to get into the Halloween spirit while enjoying a creative activity together.

Witch Cauldron Paper Plate Craft

Materials

• Witch cauldron template (available for download below)
• Paper plate
• Black, brown, and green paint
• Green paper
• Bubble wrap
• Scissors
• Glue

Instructions

First, download and print out the free witch cauldron printable template, which you can find at the bottom of this page.

Cut out the pieces of the template.

Paint the paper plate black, except for a portion at the edge of the plate. Paint the blank portion at the edge of the plate brown.

Trace the cauldron template onto the black painted portion of the plate and the handle template on the brown painted part of the plate.

Cut out the cauldron and the handle.

Trace the template for interior of the cauldron onto green paper and cut it out.

Glue a piece of bubble wrap over green cauldron interior piece.

Use green paint to paint the bubble wrap green. Cut out the bubble wrap to the size of the cauldron interior piece.

Glue the interior of the cauldron to the top of the black cauldron.

Glue the handle of the ladle to the top of the cauldron over the potion.

Now your witch cauldron craft is complete!

I hope you and your little crafters had a magical time creating these paper plate witch cauldrons!

This fun and easy project is a great way to celebrate Halloween and add some spooky charm to your decorations.

Book Recommendations

These delightful books about witches and their cauldrons are perfect companions to our witch cauldron craft! Pair story time with crafting for a magical Halloween experience that kids will love.

Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson– In this delightful rhyming story, a kind witch and her cat are flying on their broomstick when they make room for several new friends. Together, they face a fearsome dragon and learn the value of friendship and teamwork. This heartwarming tale is perfect for young readers and beautifully illustrated by Axel Scheffler.

Winnie the Witch by Valerie Thomas– Follow the adventures of Winnie the Witch and her black cat, Wilbur, as they navigate a series of magical mishaps. Winnie’s spells often go awry, leading to humorous and enchanting situations. Korky Paul’s lively illustrations bring Winnie’s whimsical world to life, making this book a Halloween favorite for kids.

The Littlest Witch by Brandi Dougherty– In The Littlest Witch, readers meet little Wilma, the youngest witch in her family, who is determined to prove that she can be just as great as her older siblings. As she faces various challenges and learns valuable lessons about courage and self-belief, Wilma discovers that being the littlest witch might just be her greatest strength. This heartwarming story, filled with charming illustrations, is perfect for young readers who enjoy magical adventures.