Princess Leia Paper Plate Craft: Free Printable Template

Make a Princess Leia Paper Plate Craft with this easy Star Wars kids activity! Grab the free printable template & create adorable fun today with paper & paint.

If you have a little Star Wars fan at home, this one is going to make their day. This Princess Leia paper plate craft is fun, fast, and totally adorable. It uses simple supplies you probably already have on hand. Whether you’re crafting for May the Fourth, a birthday party, or just a random Thursday afternoon, this project is a winner.

What Is This Princess Leia Paper Plate Craft?

This is a simple, kid-friendly craft where you turn a plain paper plate into Princess Leia — iconic buns and all! It uses a free printable template, basic construction paper, and a few art supplies. The result is a cute face that any Star Wars fan will instantly recognize. Think of it as paper plate art meets galaxy far, far away. 🚀

You don’t need any fancy tools or craft experience for this one. It’s designed to be easy enough for little hands while still looking impressive when it’s done. Perfect for classroom craft time, themed parties, or a laid-back rainy day activity.

Why You’ll Love This Idea

First of all, this craft is budget-friendly. Paper plates, construction paper, and paint — you know, the stuff already living in your junk drawer or craft bin. No last-minute trips to the craft store needed. As a busy mom, I am always looking for ideas that don’t require detailed crafting or a full cart at Hobby Lobby.

Beyond the budget, this project is genuinely low-stress. Kids can take the lead with a little guidance, which means you get to sit back and sip your (probably cold) coffee. May the Fourth be with you, and also with your free Saturday afternoon. 😄 It doubles as a keepsake, a party decoration, or even a fun photo prop.

Why This Project Is Perfect for Crafting with Kids

Paper plate crafts for kids are great because they’re low-stakes and high-reward. Kids feel proud of their finished product without getting frustrated by complicated steps. This Princess Leia Organa version has just the right amount of cutting, gluing, and drawing to keep little ones engaged from start to finish.

Even toddlers and preschoolers can join in with some help on the cutting. Older kids in elementary school can handle most of the steps independently. The free printable template makes tracing and cutting easy, so there’s no need to freehand anything. You can also use this as a fun fine motor skills activity — all that cutting and gluing adds up! ✂️

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What You’ll Need

• Paper plate
• Scissors
• Construction paper: black and dark brown
• Glue stick or white school glue
• Peach Paint + Paint Brush
• Black Marker
• White paint marker
• Free printable template (enter your email address in the download box at the end of the post!)

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How to Make Your Princess Leia Paper Plate Craft 🌟

Follow these simple steps and you’ll have a finished craft in no time!

1. Paint the paper plate with peach paint and let it dry completely. This is your face!
2. Print and cut out the free template pieces. Trace the face shape onto the dried paper plate and cut out the paper plate if needed.
3. Use the template to cut out the hair pieces from black or dark brown construction paper. The buns get their own separate pieces also out of dark brown.
4. Cut out the eyes from black construction paper as well.
5. Glue the hair onto the top portion of the plate.
6. Glue the eye pieces in place.
7. Glue the iconic buns on either side of the plate. These are the best parts!
8. Draw a smile with your black marker. Then add white highlights to the eyes to make them pop. ✨

How to Use This Craft

There are so many ways to put this craft to work! Here are a few ideas from our house to yours:

• May the Fourth Be With You party decor: Line them up on a table or hang them from a string for a festive Star Wars Day display.
• Star Wars birthday party activity: Set up a craft station so guests can make their own. It’s a party favor and an activity all in one!
• Classroom activity: Teachers, this one works great for a Star Wars-themed reading week or end-of-year party.
• Movie night prop: Make the craft before your family Star Wars movie marathon. Extra fun, guaranteed.

Fun Variations to Try

Not every craft has to be done by the book, you know? Here are a few ways to mix it up:

• Make it a Darth Vader instead! Swap the peach paint for gray and skip the buns — this template works great for a Star Wars character set.
• Turn it into a garland. Poke a hole in each finished plate and string them together with twine for a Star Wars party banner.
• Add a craft stick to the bottom. Now it’s a puppet! Kids can reenact the whole saga at the dinner table.
• Use foam plates instead of paper plates for a sturdier version that holds up longer.
• Let kids decorate with glitter glue on the buns for some extra sparkle. A princess deserves some shimmer, right?

Common Questions About This Craft

What age is this craft appropriate for?

This craft works well for kids ages 3/4 and up. Younger children will need help with cutting, but they can do the gluing and drawing. Older kids can handle most of the steps solo.

Do I need the printable template?

The free printable template makes everything so much easier, especially for the buns and hair shapes. You can freehand it, but the template saves time and makes the pieces look consistent. Grab it, print it, done.

Can I use this for a Star Wars birthday party?

Absolutely! Set up a simple craft table with pre-cut pieces and let the kids assemble their own. It’s an easy Star Wars birthday party activity that keeps little hands busy and gives everyone a takeaway. Total win.

What paint works best on paper plates?

Tempera paint or acrylic craft paint both work great. Just make sure you let it dry fully before gluing on the paper pieces. Otherwise things get a little slidey. Ask me how I know. 😂

My Favorite Printable Supplies:

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• Printer: I love my HP Home Printer, it prints beautifully everytime no matter what projects I am working on.
• Paper: Depending on the durability you want with your printables, consider printing on white card stock or high quality paper.
• Laminator: For printables you are planning to use over and over again, simply laminate and use dry erase markers to mark up the printables.
• Paper Cutter: I love my CARL Paper Cutter. It makes trimming and cutting out printables a breeze.
• Sticker Paper: When printing tags or other free printables, sticker paper can make it easy to attach to gifts, boxes, or to make your own stickers.
• Cutting Supplies: You’ll want a great pair of paper cutting scissors and I love using an Xacto Knife for intricate details.
• Pens and Coloring Supplies: Here are some of my favorite writing tools for pencils and pens. Coloring supplies that I love to use in my own home: colored pencils, crayons, markers for adults, and markers for kids.

Download the Free Template Here

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Ready to Craft? Let’s Do This! 🌟

This Princess Leia paper plate craft is one of those activities that’s just as fun to make as it is to display. It’s quick, budget-friendly, and works for a huge range of ages. Plus, the free printable template means less prep time for you — and more time to actually enjoy the crafting.

If you try it out, I would love to see how it turns out! Drop a comment below or tag me on Pinterest. And hey — if you want more easy holiday crafts, seasonal activities, and fun printables delivered straight to your inbox, make sure you sign up for my newsletter. Because finding the good stuff shouldn’t take forever, and you deserve the fun ideas to come right to you. 💌

May the craft be with you! 🚀

More Star Wars themed fun:

• Luke Skywalker Paper Plate Craft
• Obi-Wan Kenobi Paper Plate Craft
• Darth Vader Paper Plate Craft
• C-3PO Paper Plate Craft
• R2-D2 Paper Plate Craft
• Yoda Paper Plate Craft
• Princess Leia Paper Plate Craft
• Han Solo Paper Plate Craft
• Boba Fett Paper Plate Craft
• Darth Maul Paper Plate Craft
• Stormtrooper Paper Plate Craft
• Star Wars Don’t Eat Pete
• Star Wars Valentines with Glow Stick Lightsabers
• Star Wars Color by Note
• Mandalorian Stencil

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