Printable Leprechaun Catcher Craft for Kids

Have your kids ever wondered how to catch a leprechaun? This St. Patrick’s Day, bring that magic to life with a printable leprechaun catcher!

Our printable Leprechaun Trap Kit makes it easy to create a colorful leprechaun catcher for your kids. It mixes creativity, imagination, and a little holiday luck. Kids can color their own black-and-white version or use the full-color design. Either way, it’s a fun activity that brings everyone together and builds excitement for the big day.

This blog post is all about how to make your own Leprechaun Trap with our Printable Kit.

You’ll need just a few supplies to make your leprechaun catcher. The kit includes everything from a rainbow and ladder to signs and gold coins. These printable pieces add tiny details and help your kids imagine how to “catch” their sneaky leprechaun.

• Leprechaun House Trap Printable

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We have created two options in one for you with this simple DIY leprechaun trap printable.

First, we have a black-and-white version. This is ideal for letting your family create their own trap. Simply print this house on cardstock for each member of your family and let the creativity begin!

Add glitter, string, pom poms, or anything else you can think of to make your trap special! Remember leprechauns love shiny things.

 Next, we have a full-color version. If you are looking for an easy leprechaun trap that is quick and easy, you have come to the right place! This house requires less time because you don’t have to decorate it. That is done for you! It’s a quick and easy option for a family activity.

We recommend printing the PDF on cardstock. While it's possible to print on regular copy paper, using cardstock will ensure a more robust construction for your leprechaun catcher, increasing its chances of successfully capturing a leprechaun.

Carefully cut out the house on the thick lines along the edges of the house. When you get to the dotted line, leave the remaining paper for stability and ease of gluing the house together.

Next, it is time to make some detailed cuts. Cut along the thick lines on the sides of the roof to create the trap door. Then cut the notches in the center of the roof pieces. This is for the rainbow to sit on top of your house. Now that you are done cutting, it is time to fold.

Fold along the vertical wall lines. Then, fold the bottom lines of each side of the house. Fold on the dotted lines along the roof.

Glue the two sides of the house together. Fold the bottom of the house by tucking the flaps into the large bottom piece.

So, you've got your 3D Leprechaun House Trap, but let's talk about the extra goodies that come with it to really up your game in catching those mischievous little guys!

Rainbow: First off, we've got a rainbow – yes, a rainbow! Cut it out, fold it, and boom, you've got yourself a two-sided rainbow that's sure to dazzle any passing leprechaun.

Stone Path: Next up, we've got a wavy stone path leading right up to your trap. It's like rolling out the green carpet for your sneaky visitor.

Ladder: Now, let's talk tactics. We've included a ladder for easy rooftop access. Because let's face it, those leprechauns aren't always the most graceful creatures, and they might just tumble right into your trap if they're not careful.

Wood Signs: But wait, there's more! We've got not one, but two wood signs advertising free gold and lucky charms. It's like offering them the deal of a lifetime – they won't be able to resist!

Four Leaf Clovers: And of course, what's a DIY leprechaun house without some four-leaf clovers? Scatter those bad boys around your trap for an extra dose of luck.

Gold Coins: Last but not least, we've included a whole page of gold coins. Use them to create a trail leading straight to your trap and sprinkle some inside for good measure. Because let's be real, no leprechaun can resist a trail of gold coins – it's like their kryptonite!

You can grab this fun and easy leprechaun catcher from our Etsy Store. Then watch as the magic of leprechauns comes to life with your unique and personalized DIY leprechaun trap project. This family-friendly St. Patrick’s Day craft works as festive decor and provides a fun way to spend time together while assembling it.

Prepare for St. Patrick's Day by setting up a trap to catch a leprechaun. It’s a fun way to get into the spirit of the holiday and enjoy some creative time with your family.

If you are looking for other leprechaun trap ideas for kindergarteners and leprechaun catcher ideas for kids using household items, then you will want to check out this blog post.

If your kids like folding our St. Patrick’s Day trap to catch a leprechaun, they will enjoy our Three Little Pig houses. The design is impressive, and they’ll love how cute the finished product looks. It’s a great way to keep the creativity going during storytime.

Take some photos of your leprechaun catcher and share them on social media. Tag us @DIYFamilyTime — we’d love to see what you create! Also, check out our Pinterest page for more creative ideas and inspiration, and follow along for updates on new projects!