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Leprechaun Trap Ideas for St. Patrick’s Day

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Building a leprechaun trap is a fun and easy STEM activity for kids in early elementary school. You can do this at home or in the classroom.

What is a leprechaun trap?

The idea is that you build some kind of contraption that includes a box or a basket that could hold a leprechaun, then you add some kind of bait under the trap like gold coins, chocolate, drawings of rainbows, etc.

You leave it out overnight before St. Patrick’s Day, and the next day the trap will be sprung. The leprechaun got away but they may have left treats, or done a little mischief in the room (or both!).

One year in my daughter’s class the leprechaun left washable paint footprints all over!

If you need some inspiration for building your own leprechaun traps, there are so many great ideas online. The key elements, as laid out in this post from The Best Ideas for Kids, include:

  • Bait
  • A ladder if needed to climb into the trap
  • Decorations including shamrocks and rainbows
  • Something to trap the leprechaun in like a box, bottle or hat

That post has some cute and really easy ideas that would be great for younger kids. If you want something more elaborate, check out the ideas at Happiness is Homemade (I particularly love the Lego leprechaun house, which wouldn’t even have to be a trap).

Artsy Mama has a great upcycled leprechaun trap made from things in the recycling bin.

Lolly Jane has another fun roundup of leprechaun trap crafts. One of my favorites is this top hat trap from The Suburban Soapbox, which is mostly made out of poster board and construction paper, so it’s a pretty low-budget option that is still really cute.

Have you ever made a leprechaun trap? I’d love to hear about the design you made and what happened when the trap was sprung!

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While it’s not a traditional sari in the six-yard sense, this pattern gives you that classic look with a pre-stitched feel—perfect for busy women who want to wear a sari but appreciate modern convenience.

Don’t worry if you’re new to sewing. The instructions are clear and beginner-friendly. It walks you through each step, from fabric cutting to stitching, and best of all—it removes the fear of “how do I wear this?” that sometimes comes with traditional draping.

If you’ve got a basic sewing machine and a love for DIY, this pattern is a great way to get started.

To get that graceful drape we all love, go for lightweight fabrics like chiffon, georgette, or crepe. These fabrics move beautifully and give that fluid, elegant sari look. Whether you choose something bold and festive or subtle and sophisticated, this pattern adapts easily.

This is more than just a sewing pattern—it’s a chance to blend your cultural heritage with your love of handmade. Whether you’re making something for yourself or stitching a sari-style outfit as a gift, it’s deeply satisfying to create a piece that reflects your roots and your creativity.