Easy Leprechaun Craft Spoons

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These easy leprechaun craft spoons are an adorable craft for kiddos this St. Patrick’s Day. After you make them, kiddos can play with them like puppets for their own festive show.

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I’m so ready for St. Patrick’s Day this year! The new year has been totally crazy between my husband’s travel for work, my schedule filling up (into May already!), and adopting a puppy.

Let’s just say I’m ready to kick back and crank the tunes for a night of relaxation.

 

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That excitement is putting me in the spirit a little early, especially with crafts. The kiddos love these easy leprechaun craft spoons and, honestly, I totally do too!

I may have miscalculated making them so early though. I’ve already watched a lot of leprechaun plays and they’ve only had them a couple of days.

Maybe I should make a few more props for them, at least. Either way, the kiddos are definitely loving them.

 

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Leprechaun Craft Spoons Materials

 

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Step 1

First, paint the handles of the wooden spoons with green acrylic paint. Set them aside to dry completely before moving on.

 

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Step 2

While your paint dries, cut out a small square of black felt.

 

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Step 3

Then cut out the edges of the black felt square so that it looks like a very tall top hat.

 

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Step 4

Next, Cut a small part of the top of the top hat off so that it is shorter. See the picture above for reference.

 

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Step 5

Now cut a small strip of green felt from your larger piece. Cut a piece off of the strip so that it is as wide as your as the smaller part of your top hat.

Step 6

Glue the small piece of green felt to the base of your top hat with hot glue.

 

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Step 7

Once your green paint is dry, glue the top hat to the top of your spoon with hot glue.

 

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Step 8

Next, glue a row of orange pompoms around the outer edge of the spoon.

Tip:

Step 9

Now, draw eyes on your spoon with a black pen. Try to draw them closer to the brim of the top hat instead of the beard.

 

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Step 10

Then glue 3 more pompoms to the bottom inside of the beard.

 

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Step 11

Next, grab one of the pieces of black felt you cut from the top hat and cut it into a bow tie.

 

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Step 12

Glue the bow tie directly underneath the beard of your leprechaun.

 

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Step 13

Lastly, glue a small green sequin to the center of the bow tie.

Tip:

 

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Make as many of these easy leprechaun craft spoons as you want for kiddos to enjoy. They’ll enjoy helping you make them too.

Simply make sure mom helps with the hot glue parts. You can also use non-toxic white glue so the kids can make them entirely.

If you do, your easy leprechaun craft spoons won’t be as durable for play. Keep that in mind.

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Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner

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Crock Pot meals are seriously a busy mom’s best friend. Holidays are no exception. That’s why you’ll love this easy Crock Pot corned beef and cabbage! With only 4 ingredients that you dump and forget, it’s the perfect dish to enjoy this St. Patrick’s Day.

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I absolutely love corned beef. The first time I had it, I only took some to be polite to the hosts of a St. Patrick’s Day party I attended. I’m so glad I did because 1 bite and I was in love. It is incredible!

If you’ve never tried it, this fool-proof Crock Pot corned beef and cabbage recipe is a fantastic way to give it a try. The corned beef is tender and flavorful and the cabbage melts in your mouth. It’s sure to be your new go-to recipe.

 

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Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage Ingredients

 

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Quartered Head of Cabbage Next to Knife on Cutting Board

Step 1

First, rinse your head of cabbage and cut into quarters.

Step 2

Then remove the core from each cabbage quarter.

 

Sliced Cabbage Next to Knife on Cutting Board

Bowl of Sliced Cabbage

Step 3

Next, slice each cabbage quarter down the length so that you have small strips of fresh cabbage and set aside in a bowl.

 

Corned Beef in Crock Pot

Step 4

Place your corned beef brisket in your Crock Pot, fat side down.

 

Seasoned Corned Beef in Crock Pot

Step 5

Then top the brisket with the seasoning packet included.

 

Sliced Cabbage in Crock Pot

Step 6

Next, top the brisket with all of your cut up cabbage slices.

Note:

 

Butter on Sliced Cabbage in Crock Pot

Step 7

Add butter to the top of the cabbage. Don’t worry about mixing it in.

Step 8

Lastly, pour your chicken stock over the top of the cabbage, spreading around where you pour it.

 

Lid on Crock Pot

Step 9

Add the lid to your Crock Pot and turn on high heat.

Step 10

Cook for 6 hours on high.

Note:

 

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This is great on its own but you can also serve it with fried potatoes for crunch or mashed potatoes for creamy. Both will taste delicious but we prefer the crunch of crispy fried potatoes. Carrots are also a great way to add additional vegetables to the meal but we usually skip them.

 

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This Crock Pot corned beef and cabbage dinner is the most delicious and easy recipe you’ll ever eat. Even the kiddos love when we make this dish, which is high praise coming from broccoli Nazis. Even better, this recipe makes 10 servings so you can invite friends and family over for dinner. Or, you can just munch on the leftovers for a couple of days. Don’t worry. It’s just as delicious reheated.

Yield: 8-10 Servings

Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage

Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • Corned Beef Brisket
  • 1 Head of Cabbage
  • 1/4 Cup of Butter or Margarine
  • 1/2 Cup Chicken Stock

Instructions

  1. First, rinse your head of cabbage and cut into quarters.
  2. Then remove the core from each cabbage quarter.
  3. Next, slice each cabbage quarter down the length so that you have small strips of fresh cabbage and set aside in a bowl.
  4. Place your corned beef brisket in your Crock Pot, fat side down.
  5. Then top the brisket with the seasoning packet included.
  6. Next, top the brisket with all of your cut up cabbage slices.
  7. Add butter to the top of the cabbage. Don’t worry about mixing it in.
  8. Lastly, pour your chicken stock over the top of the cabbage, spreading around where you pour it.
  9. Add the lid to your Crock Pot and turn on high heat.
  10. Cook for 5 hours on high.

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St. Patrick’s Day Food for Your Celebration

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Last week we covered awesome St. Patrick’s Day crafts for you to make. Of course, no party is complete without delicious food to munch on. Tackle the menu with some St. Patrick’s Day food for your celebration!

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While everyone loves the sweet treats, me especially, it’s important to have some hearty St. Patrick’s Day food too. Especially if you’re planning on serving alcohol.

This list has every recipe you need from cupcakes to corned beef and cabbage. Your guests will love these delicious St. Patrick’s Day food ideas!

 

Glass dish full of corned beef and cabbage

Crockpot Corned Beef and Cabbage (Intelligent Domestications)

Pull out the Crock Pot and make your party food easy with this delicious recipe.

 

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Irish Shepherd’s Pie (Comfort Spring Station)

Not a fan of corned beef and cabbage? No worries. Enjoy this Irish Shepherd’s pie instead. Filling and carb-loaded goodness.

 

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Easy Marshmallow Filled Lucky Charms Cupcakes (Coupons and Freebies Mom)

How to you make cupcakes even more amazing? Fill them with marshmallow yumminess of course!

 

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Corned Beef Hash Homemade (Don’t Sweat the Recipe)

Try a new take on traditional corned beef with this awesome hash recipe. It’s the perfect dish for a St. Patrick’s Day brunch.

 

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Guinness and Beef Pie Recipe (Hello Creative Family)

Another delicious and comforting St. Patrick’s Day food is this Guinness and beef pie recipe. Party or not, your family with love this hearty dinner.

 

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Little Irish Girl Cookies (Living on Cloud Nine)

These little green cookies are the perfect easy sweet treat for your celebration.

 

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St. Patrick’s Day Mint Chocolate Rice Crispy Treats (Food, Fun, Family)

Get your rice crispy treat fix St. Patrick’s Day style with this mint chocolate recipe!

 

Thin Mint Mud Pie with Piece Cut Out of It

Thin Mint Moose Tracks Mud Pie (Diana Rambles)

Pie more your thing? You can’t go wrong with this delicious mud pie!

 

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Shamrock Paddy Cakes (Celebrating Everyday Life)

These petits fours are absolutely adorable and such an easy recipe. They’re the perfect individual serving treat for your celebration.

 

Bowl of brussels sprouts

Garlic Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts (The Kittchen)

Serve up some green food and keep it healthy with this amazing side recipe. Cheese and brussels sprouts… you can’t go wrong!

 

Pile of Mint Chocolate Bark

Mint Chocolate Bark (Simply Designing)

Chocolate bark is great for crowds because it’s so easy to whip up in large batches. This mint version is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day parties.

 

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St. Patrick’s Day Mint Oreos (April Golightly)

Another easy way to serve single-serve treats at your party is on a stick. These fun St. Patrick’s Day mint Oreos are a festive way to do it.

 

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Irish Soda Bread Recipe (Julie’s Creative Life)

Of course, no St. Patrick’s Day celebration is complete without some Irish soda bread. Here’s an easy recipe to make it at home.

 

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Sprinkle Covered Rainbow Shamrock Cakes (DIY Adulation)

Sprinkles are basically cake glitter and these shamrock cakes are covered in it. Even better, when you bite into them you’re surprised with an explosion of color. They’re the ultimate sweet treat for your St. Patrick’s Day celebration!

 

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With this St. Patrick’s Day food for your celebration and these awesome crafts, you’ll be ready for your party in no time. You can find even more awesome ideas on the St. Patrick’s Day page. It’s full of more crafts and recipes to rock your holiday festivities.

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