How to make a bumblebee craft: a fun DIY activity for kids

Bring a smile to your craft time with this bright and playful DIY bumblebee🐝! This fun bumblebee craft is perfect for kids, sparking creativity and building fine motor skills.

If you’re looking for how to make a bee, this simple bee craft for kids is a great place to start. Using yellow cardboard paper, cut a rectangle to form the bee’s body✂️, then add details using black paper for stripes. Use a bostik glue stick or white glue stick to securely glue paper pieces together for a neat finish.

Create antennae using black paper or pipe cleaners, and decorate with small circles of red paper. Add a cheerful face to complete your adorable bee. This paper craft bee is ideal for bee craft preschool, classroom bee activities, or fun activities for kids at home.

Easy to make and fun to display, this bee art project is a great addition to any spring-themed collection. You can even adapt it into a paper plate bee craft or use a bee template for extra guidance.🌼

What you will need

Bostik Glue Stick
Yellow and black paper or cardboard
White paper (for wings)
Black paper (for the stripes)
Small piece of red paper for the bee’s antennae and mouth
Red marker
Scissors
Protractor or round shaped object to trace the body
Pencil
Black marker or googly eyes

Difficulty

Average time

15 Mins

Cost

Print version!

Where and When to Use This Craft

This bumblebee craft is perfect for:

School projects
Rainy day activities
Nature or insect themes
Creative play at home

Quick project summary

Create a fun and colourful bumble bee craft using simple paper shapes and your Bostik glue stick. Start by building the bee’s body with yellow and black paper, then add a rounded head, layered eyes, and a cheerful face to bring it to life. Finish with playful details like antennae, wings, and a stinger. This easy step-by-step activity is great for preschool projects and helps develop creativity while making an adorable handmade decoration.

Instructions

Step 1: Cut & paste the body of your bee

Start by creating the main body of your bee. Take a piece of yellow cardboard paper and carefully cut out an oval. This will form the base of your bumble bee. Make sure the edges are smooth so it looks neat and easy to decorate.

Next, prepare the bee’s signature stripes. Cut four evenly sized strips from black paper. Once ready, use a Bostik Glue Stick to attach the strips horizontally across the yellow body. Space them out evenly to create the classic bumble bee look. Press each strip down firmly to ensure it sticks well and lies flat.

✅ Tip:

Always supervise young children when using scissors and glue.

Step 2: Trim the edges of your bee

Once your bee’s body and stripes are securely in place, refine its shape by trimming the edges. Using scissors, carefully cut around the outline of the yellow cardboard to create a smooth, rounded form that resembles a real bumble bee’s body. Take your time with this step, making small, controlled cuts to avoid jagged edges.

If needed, gently rotate the paper as you cut to maintain a consistent shape.

Step 3: Cutting out the head of your bee

To create the bee’s head, take a piece of yellow or black paper and cut out a smaller circle, making sure it is proportionate to the body. A slightly smaller size than the body will help keep the overall shape balanced and recognisable.

Once you’re happy with the size, apply a thin, even layer of glue to the back of the circle. Position it at the top of the bee’s body, slightly overlapping the edge to form a natural head-to-body connection. Press it down gently to secure it in place, ensuring it sits straight and aligns neatly with the rounded shape of the body.

Step 4: Adding eyes to your bee

Start by cutting out two large circles from white paper—these will form the base of each eye. Then, cut two smaller circles from black paper to create the pupils. Finally, add two tiny white circles that will act as highlights and give the eyes a lively, expressive look.

To assemble, glue the black circles onto the center of each the biggest white circles. Next, place the tiny white circles slightly off-center on the black pupils to create a playful shine effect. Once the layers are complete, attach the finished eyes to the bee’s head, positioning them evenly for a balanced and engaging appearance that helps your craft stand out.

Step 5: Add antennae to your bee

Turn your paper bee over so the back is facing up. Take two thin strips of black paper and position them at the top of the head area to form the antennae. You can gently curl the ends with your fingers or scissors to give them a playful shape.

Apply a small amount of glue using your Bostik glue stick to one end of each strip, then press them firmly onto the back of the head. Hold them in place for a few seconds to ensure they stick securely. This step adds a fun, characterful detail to your bumble bee craft.

Step 6: Decorate Antennae

Finish off the antennae with a bright, playful detail. Cut out two small circles from red paper, keeping them equal in size so they look balanced.

Apply a small dab of glue to each circle using your Bostik glue stick, then carefully attach one to the tip of each antenna. Press gently to secure them in place. These colourful accents add a cheerful finishing touch and make your bumble bee craft feel more lively and complete.

Step 7: Add a smile to your bumble bee

Complete your bumble bee by adding a cheerful face. Using a red marker, gently draw a smiling mouth on the head, shaping it to give your bee a friendly, happy expression.

You can keep the smile simple or add small details like dimples or a curved line for extra character. Take your time to place it neatly beneath the eyes so everything looks balanced. This final touch brings your bee to life and gives your craft a warm, playful personality.

Step 8: Add Stinger & Wings

Add the final details to complete your bumble bee craft. Start by cutting a small triangle from black paper to create the stinger. Apply a little glue with your Bostik glue stick and attach it to the back of the body, positioning it at the bottom so it peeks out slightly.

Next, cut out two wing shapes from white paper. You can make them oval or teardrop-shaped for a soft, playful look. Glue them onto the back of the bee, placing them near the top so they sit just behind the head.

Once everything is secure, flip your bumble bee over to reveal your finished creation full of colour, character, and ready to display.

Safety Tips for Kids’ Craft Activities

This bee art and craft activity is a fantastic bee craft template for classrooms or home use. Whether you're planning bee activities, exploring craft ideas, or creating a simple bee craft preschool project, this easy diy bumblebee is sure to delight.

Always use child‑safe glue
Supervise when scissors are used
Wash hands after crafting
Keep small parts away from very young children

GLUE STICK

Bostik Glue Stick is a clean, easy-to-use glue stick for quick, accurate use on paper, cardboard and photos. This white Bostik glue stick applies smoothly without wrinkling or damaging paper. The solvent-free, non-toxic formula is safe for children and delivers reliable adhesion on most paper-based materials, including card, tissue paper and photographs, for mess-free everyday sticking.

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