Calaquitas, little Mexican Skeletons
Calaquitas, little Mexican Skeletons
The most famous holiday in Mexico is Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead). On November 1 and 2, we remember those who have left the world and come to visit us. To spoil them, an altar of the dead is prepared with typical dishes, candles, flowers, and decorations like papel picado, skulls or small skeletons. During the workshop, we will make a skeleton decoration to celebrate the Day of the Dead.
Materials
White clay (Crayola the best option) or
White modeling clay or
White Magic clay (Crayola the best option)
Toothpick or
Metal wire approx 1 mm + pliers to cut it, or Bread Ties Wire
Construction paper different colors, preference thicker (Dollarama has the best)
Punches (like these or the Dollarama ones)
Scissors
Glue
Crayons
Ruler
Pencil
Black marker
Optional:
Thread Tissue paper different colors
Link to PDF presentation, about Day of the Dead
Examples of Dia de Muertos decorations