Catching a Leprechaun

I know St.Patrick's Day is a few weeks away, but when you're a busy mom, the next "special day" has a way of sneaking up on you.  So, why not get a head start and put together this adorable, easy and inexpensive little gift for your little one to pass out to his/her friends?  

To make Magic Leprechaun Food, all you need to do is fill little bags with "Lucky Charms" cereal, and attach a cute little note.  (Click here for a "pdf" version of the one I designed.  There are two on a page, and they can be cut to fit on top of a snack/sandwich baggie.)  Easy, right?  

Our note said:

On St.Patrick's Day, I am going to try and catch a leprechaun.  I am using this "Lucky Charms" cereal for bait, and thought you might like to try catching one too.

But..... you should know..... Leprechauns are very tricky!  They have been known to steal the bait without getting caught.  Keep a lookout though... sometimes they leave footprints, play tricks, or drop some of their treasure.  Good luck!          

Then... on the Eve of St. Patrick's Day, the kids can build a trap to try and catch a Leprechaun.  Last year, we made ours out of a diaper box.  We covered the box with green paper and decorated it with rainbows and pots of gold.  {See below.}

In the morning, we didn't find a Leprechaun, but we did find some shiny pennies and gold bars (Caramilk bars).

This idea is simple and fun, and I guarantee the kids will love it!  :-)

♥ 

Gina Bell (aka East Coast Mommy)

PS.... here is our 2012 version.  :-)

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