Cocktail Umbrella DIY

If you’re anything like me you’ve been stuck at home with your children for more days than you’re willing to count, and things are getting a little scary. Here, at least, we are running dangerously low on washable paint (them) and patience (me). My kids seem to burn through crafts at a ridiculous rate, so any new activities that don’t involve a ton of prep or mess is preferred . Whether you have kids who need entertaining or you’re just bored AF, what could be more fun then making some cocktail umbrellas, creating some fun drinks, putting on some music and having a party!

Here’s what you need:

• paper (stiff paper works better)
• Markers / crayons/ paints
• Scissors 
• Tape / glue
• Wooden skewers 

 

1. Trace circles approximately the size of a coaster or mug onto the paper. Decorate them and cut them out.
2. Fold the cut out circles in half multiple times working your way around to create wedge shapes.
3. Make a straight cut to the middle of the circle along one fold line. Over lap the cut edges of the circle to create a slight cone shape and then tape or glue them.
4. Cut scallops along the edge of your umbrella and push the skewer through the middle of the umbrella​

Now that you have your cocktail umbrellas create a non-alcoholic cocktail and have a party!