How to Make a Halloween Mobile

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Find the images that you want to make use of

      Black silhouettes are popular and effective.
   
   Black and white images that can be colored in by your child are also great.  , Full color images will provide a professional appearance but there is less for your child to do in terms of the coloring activity which is a recommended activity for reinforcing fine motor skills. , It is recommended that you laminate the sheets for protection and durability after the images have been colored and decorated. ,  You may wish to add décor like wiggly eyes, glitter and foam pieces, available at craft shops.
   
   Full color images need only printing and laminating. , The templates can be pasted onto craft foam for extra effect. ,,,   Another idea is to join 2 identical pieces of wood into the shape of a "X" and fasten the strands to the wood. ,,
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   Step 2: or use the ones above.

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   Step 3: Decide whether or not you want to use black and white or full color.

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   Step 4: Print the images onto cardstock.

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   Step 5: In the event of black and white images

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   Step 6: have your child color the pictures in carefully.

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   Step 7: Cut the images out carefully.

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   Step 8: Make a small hole in the top of the image

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   Step 9: either by using a skewer or a punch.

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    Step 10: Thread orange

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    Step 11: black or yellow string or ribbon through the template

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    Step 12: making sure the string is of varying lengths

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    Step 13: but long enough to hang effectively.

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    Step 14: Fasten the threaded mobile pieces onto a coat hanger

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    Step 15: or cardboard arcs

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    Step 16: for a multi-strand mobile.

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    Step 17: Hang your mobile from a ceiling hook

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    Step 18: curtain rail or any other surface where it can be enjoyed.

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    Step 19: If you are making single-strand mobiles

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    Step 20: these can be hung up individually almost anywhere in the home or outdoors.

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