Make Your Own Plant People with KidsGardening
Looking for a fun, creative, and educational activity to keep the kids (and yourself) entertained on a rainy afternoon? Say hello to Plant People! This delightful project combines crafting and gardening, allowing kids and adults to create whimsical faces that grow their own grass “hair.” It’s a perfect mix of imagination, science, and a touch of green-thumb magic.
What Are Plant People?
Plant People are charming, customizable creations made with pantyhose, potting soil, grass seeds, and craft supplies. These quirky characters come to life as their “hair” sprouts and grows, offering a hands-on lesson in plant growth while inspiring endless creativity.
Whether you’re designing a silly face or recreating a favorite character, Plant People provide hours of fun during the crafting process and beyond.
Materials You’ll Need:
To get started, gather the following:
- A pair of pantyhose (any color works)
- Potting soil
- Grass seed (quick-sprouting varieties work best)
- Assorted craft supplies (googly eyes, buttons, pom-poms, chenille sticks, felt, etc.)
- Craft glue or a glue gun
- A shallow dish for each Plant Person
How to Make Your Own Plant People
Follow these simple steps to bring your Plant People to life:
- Prepare the “Head”:
Cut a 6- to 8-inch section of pantyhose. If it doesn’t include a toe, knot one end and turn it inside out to create a little pantyhose pouch. - Add Grass Seeds and Soil:
Place 2–3 teaspoons of grass seed into the closed end of the pantyhose (this will be the top of the “head”). Then fill the rest with potting soil until it forms a round ball. Tie the open end tightly to seal. - Shape and Decorate:
Use your hands to mold the soil-filled pantyhose into a head shape. Next, get creative! Use googly eyes, pom-poms, buttons, and other craft supplies to create a unique face. Attach features with craft glue or a glue gun. For added fun, you can even create arms or accessories like glasses or hats! - Set Up and Water:
Place your decorated Plant Person in a shallow dish with the grass seed side facing up. Water the soil thoroughly until moist, and place the dish in a warm spot with plenty of light. Keep an eye on the soil to ensure it stays damp but not soggy. - Watch the Hair Grow:
In just 3–5 days, you’ll start to see the “hair” sprout! As it grows, you can give your Plant Person a haircut or let the grass grow wild and free. The fun doesn’t stop with one—why not create an entire family of Plant People?
Why Kids (and Adults) Love This Project
Plant People are more than just a craft—they’re a way to spark curiosity about plants and nature. Watching the grass grow is a tangible lesson in the life cycle of plants, making this activity both fun and educational.
Plus, crafting and personalizing each Plant Person encourages creativity and fine motor skills. Whether it’s designing a goofy expression or learning how to care for a living thing, kids (and grown-ups) will be proud of their green-thumbed accomplishments.
A Partnership with KidsGardening
This activity is brought to you in collaboration with KidsGardening, an organization that encourages families to engage with gardening through fun and educational projects. By making Plant People, you’re helping foster a lifelong love of gardening and creativity.
So, gather your supplies, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create some hilarious, hairy Plant People. It’s a rainy-day activity that’s sure to bring smiles and teach valuable lessons about the wonders of nature. Let the crafting (and growing) begin! 🌱
Make a Plant Person!
You can also check this activity out in Spanish here!