How to Make Macaroni Cards

Instead of buying a birthday card at the grocery store, let your child express herself by making macaroni cards for her friends. Don't feel that you have to limit yourself to macaroni. Any pasta shape will work beautifully, and some of them are quite fancy.

Things You'll Need

• Paper
• Macaroni
• Glue
• Tempera paint

Instructions

1. Fold the paper into a card shape.

2. Glue macaroni onto the front of the card, either in a random fashion or as part of an overall picture or design. Allow the glue to dry.

3. Use tempera paints to add color to the macaroni and to the rest of the card.

4. Write a message on the inside of the card.

5. Make sure the card is adequately cushioned so it doesn't get destroyed in the post office's sorting machines, if you mail the card.