I picked up some popsicle sticks at Walmart, with this specific project in mind. I wanted to do something with Elisa that would keep her attention, get her involved, and wouldn't be just thrown away.
Elisa didn't have much to do (besides watching) with the actual construction of the fairy house since I used hot glue (and let's be honest--she has no idea how to construct a fairy house). There were no solid plans I was following while making this house; it was done practically on a whim but I think it turned out just fine. If popsicle sticks had square ends instead of round ones, this house would have been a lot easier! And having a nice, sharp tool in which to cut the sticks would have been quite helpful, as opposed to the crappy scissors which I broke trying to cut the sticks.
Elisa really enjoyed helping me paint. I think the house would have looked more professional had I painted the popsicle sticks before gluing them together, but oh well.
Elisa loves this little house. We put it outside so "fairies" can use it, but I forgot about it and it got rained on. It was practically destroyed, but I re-glued it. It has never been quite the same, but Elisa doesn't notice. It now sits atop her dresser :)
Cute idea, and Elisa seems happy with it.
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