How Do You Make A Scarecrow With Newspaper Instead Of Straw?

Scarecrows are not just for gardens anymore. They are showing up at Halloween parties and community contests. Scarecrows can be seen at haunted houses and school dances.

They can be male, female, adult size or tiny tot. They are one of the most recognizable autumn decorations, next to pumpkins. You can make a scarecrow with newspaper instead of straw and other items you have on hand.

Keep the paper from breaking down in the elements by placing it into protective plastic bags. Paint eyes, nose and mouth on the center of the cloth sack or pillowcase with paint and brush. Set aside to dry.

Fill two garbage bags with rolled-up newspapers for the legs. Tie the bags closed and stuff into the pant legs. Set pant leg bottoms into a pair of boots or leave as is.

Tie each leg closed with hay twine. Knot well and tie a shoelace bow to finish. Fill the fingers and palms of the gloves with crumpled-up plastic grocery bags.

Use large needle and heavy thread to sew the cuffs of the gloves to the ... more.

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