Paper Bag Artemis II Craft

Get ready for liftoff with this exciting and easy Artemis II Craft that brings the thrill of rocket launches and outer space exploration right to your craft table.

If your kids are fascinated by rockets, space shuttles, and real-life missions like Artemis II, this craft is the perfect way to turn that curiosity into a fun, hands-on activity.

Made with simple craft paper, glue, a paper bag, and a free printable pattern, this rocket craft captures the look of a powerful launch vehicle blasting off into outer space. With its bold orange rocket body, detailed boosters, and bright flames, it’s a visually engaging project that kids will be proud to create and display.

This Artemis II craft is designed to be easy enough for younger kids while still being enjoyable for older children.

It’s a great introduction to space-themed crafting and can spark conversations about astronauts, rockets, and space exploration. Whether used at home, in the classroom, or during a themed activity, this craft encourages creativity, fine motor skills, and imaginative play.

Once completed, this rocket craft becomes more than just a simple art project. Kids can use it as a decoration, a learning tool, or even as part of pretend play. Pair it with other outer space crafts or learning activities to create a full space exploration experience. The finished rocket looks great on display and can easily become part of an outer space themed setup.

When to Make this Artemis Craft

During a space or astronomy unit, this craft helps reinforce learning about rockets and real-world missions like Artemis II
For STEM activities, it’s a great way to combine creativity with learning about engineering and space exploration
On a rainy day or quiet afternoon, this simple craft keeps kids engaged and entertained
For summer learning, it offers a fun and educational activity that blends creativity with science topics
In classroom settings, it works well as a low-prep group craft or individual project
For space themed parties, it can be used as a fun activity or take-home craft
Around discussions of rocket launches or space missions to build excitement and interest

You’ll love this craft because it’s simple, engaging, and packed with outer space excitement. The bold rocket design, easy-to-use printable template, and minimal supplies make it a go-to activity for busy parents and teachers who want something fun, educational, and visually impressive.

Ways to use this craft once it’s finished:

Display as an outer space decoration in a bedroom, classroom, or learning space
Add to a space or STEM themed display
Use as a prop for imaginative play and pretend rocket launches
Incorporate into a space unit study about rockets, astronauts, and the Artemis II mission
Use as a visual aid when teaching about space exploration and rocket launches
Combine with other outer space crafts to create a full themed scene
Share as a handmade project for school presentations or show-and-tell

Now that you’re ready to begin, follow the step-by-step tutorial below using the free printable pattern to create your own Artemis II rocket craft and bring the excitement of space exploration to life.

How to Make an Artemis II Craft

Supplies

Colored craft papers
Template
Craft glue
Pencil
A pair of scissors
Paper bag

Directions:

Download and print out the pattern. Cut out the pattern pieces.

Select colored craft papers and a paper bag for the Artemis 2 craft.

Trace the template patterns on the selected craft papers and cut them out.
Use orange colored craft papers for the base (big rectangle) and the small rectangle patterns to represent Artemis II more accurately.

Take the rocket base (big orange rectangle) cutout and glue the small orange rectangle cutout near the top edge of the base.

Or, simply use a darker shade of orange marker to fill a part on the base.

Take the flame cutouts and glue the smaller ones to the bigger ones. There should be a total of 4 flame patterns.

Glue the nozzle cutouts to the remaining small cutout (with diagonally cut corners).

Glue the nozzle base to the bottom side of the rocket base.

Take one of the fin cutouts and glue it to the side of the rocket base.

Glue the other fin cutout to the other side of the rocket base.

Glue the flame patterns to the bottom ends of the nozzles and the fins.

Glue the strip down the middle of the rocket.

Use markers to trace outlines on the rocket pieces to give them a neat look.

Glue the body of the rocket onto the paper bag, underneath the flap.

Glue the top nose cone of the rocket to the flap of the paper bag.

This Artemis II Craft is a fun and inspiring way to explore rockets, creativity, and imagination all in one activity. Whether kids are learning about space or simply enjoying a hands-on project, this outer space rocket craft is sure to be a favorite.