How to Make a Magic Wand

Creating a magic wand for your little one will make her feel like a real princess. By using ordinary household items and a few craft supplies, you can make a dazzling wand without spending much money. As a bonding activity, you can enlist the help of your child.

Supplies Needed:

• 1 long straw


• Pair of scissors


• Glue (stick or bottle)


• Stapler


• Piece of cardboard


• Stapler and staples


• Ribbon


• Glitter (gold or silver)


• Pencil

1. Place the cardboard on a flat surface. Using a pencil, draw a star on the cardboard. Any size is fine, but don't make it too large or it will become too heavy to attach to the straw.

2. Lay the star flat and cover one side in glue. If you are using a bottle of glue you will need to gently spread the glue to all areas of the star by using your finger. Spread the glitter evenly into the glue. Allow it to dry. Turn the star over and repeat this process on the other side. Allow this side of the star to dry as well.

3. Use your scissors to cut a few strings of ribbon that are even in length to the straw.

4. Place glue on the straw and tightly wrap with ribbon. Cut the ribbon at the end of the straw and firmly glue the strand in place so it does not become loose. Allow the ribbon to adhere to the straw.

5. Lay the straw, star and cut ribbons out on a flat surface. Choose a front and back before stapling. Get your stapler and attach the cardboard star to the straw. Place the ribbons on the lower portion of the star and staple.