Kid Craft: Mini Lightsabers

A few of you dedicated Star Wars fans might be asking why Princess Leia is holding a lightsaber.  I know she has never used one but it was the first action figure I found in the house.  Plus, it's a retro toy from my childhood so I like it better.  Okay, now that we got that out of the way, lets move on to the craft.  Today I'm making mini lightsabers out of toothpicks.  This is a simple craft that little kids or big kids can whip up in no time. 

Supplies:
Toothpick - refer to picture
Gel Pens or Markers - Silver, Red, Green and Black
Sandpaper or nail file
Craft saw or knife

How-to:

1.  Have an adult cut off the tip of the toothpick.  I used a craft saw but a knife or kitchen scissors will work too.  Sand the cut edge with sandpaper or a nail file.

2.  Color the small handle part silver.  Color the rest of the toothpick in desired color.  Let dry.  And the detailing of the lightsaber handle with a black pen.

Please remember these toys are for children 4 and older.