Fall is officially here! With two boys at home (ages 7 & 11), finding crafts that will keep them engaged without creating a huge mess can be a challenge. That’s why this Q-tip apple painting is perfect! It’s a fun, mess-free craft that uses everyday items most people already have at home or in the classroom. I made sure to include a free printable apple template to make crafting easier for everyone.

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Supplies for Q-Tip Apple Painting
- Apple template
- Paint
- Cotton swabs
- Paper plate or paint palette
- White cardstock

Directions
- First, download and print the apple template on white cardstock.
- Next, add red, brown and green paint to either a paper plate or paint palette.
- Finally, dip a Q-tip (cotton swab) in the red paint then dot the apple. Now use a different Q-tip to paint the stem and leaf. Set it aside to dry. Once it’s completely dry, you can display the Q-tip apple painting in your home or classroom.






Watch the video below to see how I made this Q-tip apple painting to celebrate the fall season. Make sure to follow me on YouTube for more fun content!
You can find these adorable books about FALL on Amazon (As an Amazon Associate, I’ll earn a commission, at no additional cost to you. This only applies if you click through and make a purchase. Thank you for your support!), your local library or visit your local book shop.
- Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert
- Full of Fall by April Pulley Sayre
- Leaf Jumpers by Carole Gerber
- A Very Big Fall by Emmy Kastner
- The Leaf Thief by Alice Hemming
- Awesome Autumn by Bruce Goldstone
- Fallon Favors Fall by Tiffany Obeng
- Apples and Pumpkins by Anne Rockwell
- We’re Going on a Leaf Hunt by Steve Metzger
- Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn by Kenard Pak










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