Paper Mache Cone Angel Craft

Looking for a fun and simple angel craft project to do with your children this Christmas?

This adorable Paper Mache Angel is a perfect way to bond while creating something beautiful for the holiday season. You can add it to your Advent Calendar activities or use it as a Sunday School craft.

With just a few supplies and a little patience, you and your child can make a stunning angel to display or gift to a loved one.

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Here’s a step-by-step guide so you can make this angel project at home. 

Supplies:

• Paper mache cone (like those found at craft stores, found at Hobby Lobby here)
• White acrylic paint
• Paintbrush
• Glue (a tacky craft glue works well)
• White tissue, cut into 2 inch paper squares
• An unsharpened pencil
• Mini garland (for the halo)
• White chenille stem (for securing the wings)
• A 10-inch white paper doily
• A 2-inch Styrofoam ball
• Black glitter

Step-by-Step Angel Craft Instructions

Step 1: Paint the Cone

Start by painting the entire surface of the paper mache cone with white paint.

This will serve as the base of your angel and give it a clean, snowy appearance.

Be sure to cover the cone evenly.

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Set it aside and allow it to dry completely—this step is a great time for a snack or a break!

Step 2: Create the Angel’s Face

Next, take the Styrofoam ball and carefully twist it onto the tip of the cone. This will form the angel’s head.

Using your glue, draw two small arches on the ball to represent closed eyes.

While the glue is still wet, sprinkle black glitter over the arches. Shake off any extra glitter and let it dry.

Tip: If excess glitter sticks to unwanted areas of the Styrofoam, gently scratch it off using a toothpick or tweezers.

Step 3: Make the Angel’s Wings

Take your paper doily and fan-fold it, moving back and forth like you’re making a paper fan.

Once it’s fully folded, twist a white chenille stem around the middle of the folded doily to secure it. This will create the angel’s wings.

Position the wings on the back of the cone, just below the Styrofoam ball.

Twist the ends of the chenille stem around the “neck” of the angel to hold the wings in place. If needed, adjust them to ensure they’re symmetrical and look just right.

Step 4: Decorate the Angel’s Gown

Now it’s time to give the angel’s gown a textured and festive look.

Working in small sections, apply a thin layer of glue to the front of the cone.

Take a tissue paper square and twist it around the eraser end of an unsharpened pencil. Press the twisted tissue paper firmly onto the glued area.

Repeat this process, working your way around the front of the cone until it’s completely covered in tissue paper squares.

This technique adds a lovely, fluffy texture to the angel’s gown.

Let the glue dry completely.

Step 5: Add the Halo

What’s an angel without a halo?

Create a small circle using your mini garland and place it gently on top of the Styrofoam ball.

Adjust the garland so it sits like a crown around the angel’s head.

Final Touches

Double-check that everything is secure and let your angel dry completely before displaying or gifting it.

This is especially important if you used a lot of glue during the decoration process.

Angel Craft Tips for Success

Work in steps.

This project is best completed over a few short sessions to allow time for drying and to keep little hands engaged.

Encourage creativity.

While these instructions suggest a white color scheme, feel free to let your child experiment with colored tissue paper, glitter, or garland.

Make it personal.

Consider adding a name or message to the back of the angel for a personal touch if you’re giving it as a gift.

Why This Angel Craft is Perfect for Kids

This project combines different crafting techniques—painting, folding, gluing, and decorating—which helps develop fine motor skills and encourages creativity.

It’s also a wonderful opportunity to teach kids the value of patience and attention to detail as they wait for the paint and glue to dry.

Plus, working together on a shared goal is always a fun bonding experience!

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Once finished, your Paper Mache Angel will be a charming addition to your holiday decorations or a heartfelt handmade gift.

Display it proudly on a mantel, as a centerpiece, or even under the Christmas tree.