Toilet paper tubes and paper towel tubes are always great craft items. It’s easy to turn these everyday cardboard tubes into fun and imaginative creations! Kids’ toilet paper roll crafts are a great way to recycle while encouraging creativity, hands-on learning and play.
This page is chock full of toilet paper roll crafts and paper towel tube project tutorials to inspire kids and keep them entertained.
Fun Facts About Toilet Paper Roll Tubes
Toilet paper roll tubes may seem ordinary, but they’re full of fun possibilities! Check out these cool facts about this cardboard craft supply:
They’re super versatile! You can turn them into rockets, animals, ornaments, or even gift boxes. Check out the gift card holder tutorial below for the perfect way to give a gift card.
They’re eco-friendly. Toilet paper tubes are made from recyclable cardboard and can even be composted.
A craft favorite. Teachers and parents love using them for easy, hands-on kids’ projects.
Perfect for planting. Gardeners reuse them as biodegradable seed starters.
Standard size, simple design. Most are about 4 inches long, though brands vary slightly.
A smart invention. Cardboard tubes made it easier to roll and package toilet paper neatly in the late 1800s.
Each one’s a little different. Tube thickness and width can vary—some crafters use this to add texture and dynamics to their crafts.
They inspire learning. Crafting with toilet paper tubes teaches kids about recycling, creativity, and imagination.
They’ve set world records. The longest chain made of toilet paper tubes used over 92,000 rolls in the Netherlands!
That’s right! According to the Guinness World Records, the record for the longest chain of toilet paper roll tubes is 92,080 rolls. That’s a lot of tubes!!
Thankfully, you won’t need to save nearly that number to make these crafts. For most, only one tube is necessary.
For example, cute butterflies and bees can be created with these tubes. Look for the link to the directions below. There is even a tutorial to make a 3D butterfly bracelet!
Find animal toilet paper roll crafts such as the two cute ideas for making monkeys.
Get organized with the links to desktop organizers, pencil holders and other containers made with toilet paper tubes. One incorporates boxes and tubes to make a great desk organizer! Use this link to find cardboard box crafts.
There is so much more to look through below. With over 60 ideas, you are sure to find a winner.
Collect a few toilet paper tubes, browse the long list of craft ideas below, and get started on a fabulous craft journey!
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Craft up some adorable Halloween Bats from recycled toilet paper roll tubes.
My Poppet
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Bees are important to the environment and children should learn their benefits. As they learn about bees, make this fun toilet roll bee craft.
Easy Peasy and Fun
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Turn a toilet paper roll into a bird feeder with this step-by-step tutorial!
Practically Functional
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With this tutorial, learn how to make a book angel.
Color Me Thrifty
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This kids' craft project shows you how to make a bracelet with a toilet paper roll and felt.
Craft Bits
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Learn how to make this cute Bee craft for kids with a toilet paper roll tube.
Crafting with Kids
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This toilet paper tube butterfly craft is perfect for kids to make, since you only need a few supplies and they can decorate the wings in so many ways.
The Best Ideas for Kids
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These 3-D quick and easy butterfly bracelets are a lot of fun to make and wear!
The Best Ideas for Kids
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Learn how to turn your paper towel or toilet paper tube into gorgeous butterfly.
Just That Perfect Piece
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This toilet paper roll cactus craft just needs a few paper rolls, paint and some glue.
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For Christmas, kids can make this adorable angel with recycled craft stuff.
Crafts by Amanda
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Collect a bunch of cardboard paper towel tubes and have the kids repurpose them into Christmas trees.
Mess For Less
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Stock up on toilet paper tubes and come spring, make this adorable chicken craft.
Mom Wife Busy Life
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Here is a budget friendly holiday craft. Turn humble toilet paper rolls into a charming Christmas tree with this free tutorial.
Craft Bits
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Repurpose empty toilet paper rolls into Christmas tree ornaments to hang on the Christmas tree.
Little Ladoo
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This Christmas tree craft using recycled empty toilet paper rolls is so fun! It's easy too!
Mod Podge Rocks Blog
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These cute toilet paper roll confetti poppers are great for a summer get-together or any time you want to celebrate.
Hunny I'm Home
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If you have a crayon or colored pencil collection and need a way to organize them, check out this recycled toilet paper roll craft.
Mommy Moment
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This tutorial shows you how to use old cereal boxes and toilet paper rolls to create a unique DIY desk organizer.
Mod Podge Rocks Blog
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Here's a fun craft idea for teens, kids, and even adults. With this free tutorial make a phone holder with toilet paper rolls.
Craftsy Hacks
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This DIY trophy tutorial is so easy to make with construction paper and a toilet paper roll!
Single Girl DIY
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Celebrate Easter this year with this easy to make Easter bunny craft for kids, which uses simple supplies along with a toilet paper tube.
Mom Wife Busy Life
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This fire breathing dragon made from a toilet paper roll is an easy kids' craft that uses simple craft supplies. Kids will love the effect of the tissue paper flames.
One Little Project
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Whether you're looking for a craft for 4th of July, Memorial Day or other holiday like New Year's Eve, or a themed birthday event, it's easy to transform a simple toilet paper roll into a creative firework design. Learn how here.
In The Playroom
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Go to this post to learn how to transform a toilet paper roll into a fish craft.
Little Ladoo
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This toilet paper roll flower project is super easy and the perfect spring craft for kids of all ages.
In The Playroom
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On this post, you'll find directions along with pictures on how to make a fluffy snowman using cotton balls and toilet paper rolls.
Couponing For Freebies
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How to make a gift card holder. Learn how to make a quick and easy gift card holder by recycling a toilet paper roll.
Needlepointers.com
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This gift card recycles toilet paper rolls.
Christmas Cards All Year Round
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At Christmas, do you read the book, The Grinch Who Stole Christmas? If you do, have the kids make a toilet roll Grinch by using the instructions in this tutorial.
Crafts by Courtney
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Here is a simple craft any Hello Kitty fan will love. It's made using a toilet paper tube and a pasta bow.
Love and Marriage Blog
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Learn how to recycle toilet paper rolls into snowflakes. This is a wonderful paper snowflake craft and make perfect Christmas ornaments or winter decoration.
Colorful Craft Corner
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This post shows you how to make a kaleidoscope with some household items - aluminum foil, beads, and a paper towel tube.
Darcy and Brian
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This tutorial will show you how to make a ladybug craft with toilet paper rolls.
Craftsy Hacks
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Follow these easy step-by-step instructions to put together a monkey with basic supplies you probably already have on hand and a cardboard tube, such as a toilet paper tube.
Jinx Kids
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This adorable Monkey Toilet Paper Roll Craft is fun for kids to make! You’ll get access to a free template, too!
Mom. Wife. Busy. Life.
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These DIY napkin rings are made by wrapping paper towel or a toilet paper roll with burlap ribbon and topping it off with a Scrabble tile or other decorative item.
Mod Podge Rocks Blog
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Do your cords get tangled? Here is a simple solution using toilet paper tubes.
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Kids will love this home or classroom activity of creating a paper kazoo!
Craft Bits
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These wrist parakeets are super simple to make. You'll only need a few craft supplies to complete the project.
Pop Goes The Page
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In four easy steps, you can make party favors with items you already have around the house and this tutorial.
Mod Podge Rocks Blog
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This Toilet Paper roll party shaker DIY is ideal for New Year’s Eve or Birthday celebrations.
Little Ladoo
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You kids will love to create this red, white and blue windsock to celebrate Memorial Day or Fourth of July. Check out the free tutorial.
In The Playroom
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Kids of all ages will have fun making toilet paper roll binoculars that are perfect for summer fun, and use materials you already have at home.
DIY Candy
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Transform plain empty toilet paper tubes into royal princess dresses in tulle skirts.
M&P
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Learn how to make a DIY recycled toilet paper roll pumpkin box for fall, Thanksgiving, or Halloween – whenever you’d like!
Moms & Crafters
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Make cool cardboard race cars by upcycling toilet paper rolls.
Look We're Learning
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Empty paper rolls can be transformed into beautiful toilet roll fish. Kids will have fun decorating them.
M&P
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This adorable little rainbow windsock toilet paper roll craft will catch the wind and look spectacular.
Easy Peasy and Fun
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Create adorable Toilet Paper Roll Reindeer to display in your home or classroom this holiday season with this free tutorial.
Mom Wife Busy Life
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Easy, cheap, and perfect for birthdays, 4th of July, or superhero parties, these rocket favors will impress guests.
DIY Candy
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Learn how to make a sunflower with a paper towel roll and brown paper.
Just That Perfect Piece
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Here is how to make a super easy shark craft
Glue Sticks + Gumdrops
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With a cardboard roll, tape, and popsicle sticks, you can set up a simple loom.
Repeat Crafter Me
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Check out this tutorial to learn how to make a toilet paper roll snake complete with googly eyes and polka dots.
Eigtheen 25
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These paper roll snowflakes are pretty, easy to make and the perfect winter craft.
One Little Project
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There are so many ways to create your toilet paper roll snowman. Check out this easy tutorial.
Crafts by Courtney
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It's a bird – it's a plane – no, it's a cardboard tube superman!
Crafts by Amanda
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You can hang them from the ceiling as decor, or fill them with treats for a Halloween party!
Practically Funcional
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This simple and eco-friendly project repurposes toilet paper rolls into ornaments to hang on the tree or to decorate the home.
Little Ladoo
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Here is an adorable, inexpensive craft kids can make for Thanksgiving.
Mom Wife Busy Life
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This is an easy-to-make gift idea and it is cute too - A stamped clutch using a toilet paper tube.
Reuse Grow Enjoy
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Collect toilet paper rolls, bottle caps and a few basic craft supplies and your kiddo can create a DIY train craft that helps with fine motor skills, creativity and imaginative play.
In The Playroom
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Kids will have fun making colorful cardboard unicorns using these instructions.
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Learn how to make your own gift card envelope with Washi Tape or Duct Tape and a toilet paper roll.
Confessions of an Overworked Mom
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Check out this easy peasy DIY Phone Holder that uses an empty toilet paper roll, washi tape, push pins and a few other supplies.
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Learn how to make an easy, stunning, weaved 3D heart out of toilet paper or paper towel rolls.
Just That Perfect Piece
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Make a fun witch craft using a recycled toilet paper roll and this free tutorial.
Crafty Morning
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This cute hat ornament will look fantastic hanging on the Christmas tree. It's made with yarn and toilet paper or paper towel tubes.
Christine's Crafts
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This worm pencil holder craft is not only adorable but functional. Make one with your kids for their desk.
Mess For Less
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