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Get ready for a slice of summer fun! Today, we’re capturing the sweetness and Vibrant colours with a super easy and engaging Torn Paper Watermelon craft!
Download the FREE Watermelon Template and create your very own masterpiece in no time—perfect for summer holidays!
Whether you are looking for Easy summer crafts or Paper Fruit Crafts, this one is Excellent!
We absolutely adore torn paper crafts, and our blog is filled with tons of creative Torn Paper Ideas for kids. Be sure to check them all out!
Things you need to make the Torn Paper Watermelon
- Construction paper or Card stock paper in Red, Green and Black
- Watermelon Template (Free Download at the end of the post)
- Scissors
- White glue
Instructions to make a Torn Paper Watermelon Craft
Let’s start by preparing our “watermelon rind” and “flesh”! Tear your green and red cardstock (or construction paper) into small pieces, about 1 cm in size.
We love using cardstock because its thickness gives the torn edges a lovely, textured look. You’ll also need a few small black pieces for the watermelon seeds.
Tip: Try tearing the paper in different ways – straight tears versus more jagged ones – to see the different effects!
Download the free watermelon template and print it on a thick sheet of paper. We recommend using 120 GSM printing paper for best results.
Apply a thin layer of white glue to the green section of your printed template.
Start sticking the torn green paper pieces one by one, staying within the lines until the outer curve (the rind) is completely covered.
Repeat the process for the red part of the watermelon. Apply glue and stick the red torn paper pieces. Add a few black pieces here and there to mimic watermelon seeds.
Once all sections are covered, let the craft dry for about 5 minutes. Then, carefully cut out the watermelon along the edges.
And there you have it—your finished Torn Paper Watermelon Craft!
You can create several of these fruits to decorate your space or to give as cheerful gifts to friends and family. Ready to get started? Download the Watermelon printable template at the end of this post and dive into the fun.
Or, if you’re not ready right now, simply pin this Torn Paper Watermelon craft image and return to it later!
Fruit Templates for Art and Craft Projects
Did you know we have a whole collection of Fruit Templates perfect for all sorts of art and craft projects? Our Fruit Craft Pack includes templates for all your favourite fruits, making it ideal for creating a whole fruit salad of torn paper masterpieces!
These templates aren’t just for torn paper! You can also use them for various other engaging kids’ activities, such as sponge painting, fork painting, finger painting, and more.
What’s Included in the Fruit Template Pack:
- Mango
- Apple
- Banana
- Orange
- Grapes
- Pear
- Pineapple
- Cherry
- Strawberry
- Watermelon (2 variations, including the one used here)
Get the full Fruit Template Bundle and start crafting a whole fruit basket!
More Torn Paper Crafts
Explore these fun torn paper craft ideas, each complete with a free printable template!
Torn Paper Heart Craft: A perfect project for kids to create for Valentine’s Day.
Torn Paper Diwali Crafts: Four fantastic ideas ideal for celebrating Diwali, including Rangoli, fireworks, ladoo, and diya designs.
Torn paper Pumpkin Craft: This versatile vegetable craft is perfect for farm themes, Thanksgiving, or the fall season. It’s a favourite among preschoolers.
Torn Paper Rainbow Craft: Need a vibrant craft? This colourful rainbow is just what you’re looking for. Grab the free rainbow template and start crafting!
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