Got duct tape? That’s the main ingredient in this adorable rain cloud mobile! So grab a roll, along with some cardboard out of your recycling bin and a Sharpie, and watch Heather’s video to see how to make your own. Not into videos? Keep reading for written instructions!

Make a Duct Tape Cloud Mobile - Got duct tape? That's the main ingredient in this adorable rain cloud mobile! Grab a roll, along with some cardboard out of your recycling bin and watch Heather's video to see how to make your own. Not into videos? We've also got written instructions!

Project estimate:

  • Duct tape, on hand or $1 and up
  • Cardboard, on hand
  • Marker, on hand
  • String, on hand
  • Tape, on hand

Total:  Free and up!

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Draw a cloud and raindrop shapes on a piece of cardboard.

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Flip the cardboard over and cover the back side with duct tape.

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Cut out the cloud and raindrop shapes following the lines you drew.

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Draw a faces on the could and raindrops .

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Connect the pieces by taping them together with string on the back side.

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Hang it up and enjoy your handiwork!