Paper Roll Tube Crafts

Paper Towel and Toilet Tissue Tubes

The making of crafts is a great way to recycle. Not only do you get a cute or useable item, but you also have a lot of fun constructing the paper towel or toitet tissue tube project. Kids love to do crafts and it teaches them a lesson about the satisfaction of recycling.

I've looked at a great number of projects using paper towel or toilet tissue tubes and the following were the ones that I thought were the best. In this article I am going to show you pictures of different craft items made using paper towel roll and toilet paper roll tubes. The projects include: wreaths, wall art, napkin holders, flowers and more. There are craft projects the kids can make and projects aimed more at the adult crafter.

I've also included in this article, the names and site addresses where you can find the directions for making each of the paper towel or toilet tissue tube crafts.

Cats

These are soo cute. I know I'll be making some like it come Halloween. The directions can be found at Naturally Educational.

Wall Art

by Design Sponge

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Go to Design Sponge for the directions for this wall art project.

Napkin Rings

by Rustic Crafts & Chic Décor

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These beautiful, useful napkin rings can be found here at the Rustic Crafts & Chic Decor site.

Modern Owls

by CREATIVE JEWISH MOM

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The modern look of these outstanding owls makes them suitable for any decor. The directions for the owls can be found at CREATIVE JEWISH MOM.

Paper Roll Cat

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Make a bunch of animals using paper rolls. Find the instructions for the cat at CRAFTS BY Amanda.

Valentine Necklace

by Fun Family Tips

Any little girl would love to make or to receive this cool looking necklace. She could also make one for mom by finding the directions at the Fun Family Tips website.

Crafting Supplies

items I couldn't do without

These wreath making supplies are a necessity for wreath making, but they are also useful for many other fix ups around the house. I know I use the wire snipper for more things than just crafts. I'm sure you will too.
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Tube Angel

by Kids & Glitter

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The tube angel can be dressed for any decor or for any holiday by just changing the paper used in the skirt. The directions are at Kids & Glitter.

Paper Roll Butterfly

by Paper Crafts

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This project is easy enough for the kids, but you'll want to help them with the painting. Find the directions for this simple, but elegant butterfly at

Cutout Wall Art

by inhabitant

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A project like this appears to be more intricate than most and probably is more of an adult project. Go to inhabitant for the directions.

Amazing Kaleidoscope

by Kids & Glitter

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This is a perfect project for a classroom or a group of Boy or Girl Scouts. You'll have to make one to see how really amazing the sight that you see when you turn the kaleidoscope when looking toward a light or a window. Get the directions at

When you want to have glitter dry quickly, use clear nail polish instead of white glue for the adhesive.

Thanksgiving Pilgrims and Indian

by Lds activity day ideas

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Aren't these just the cutest Thanksgiving pilgrims and indian? Very easy to make with the directions found at Lds activity day ideas.

Paper Roll Lamp

by instructables

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The picture of this lamp looks just too beautiful to be real. But, the directions are at the instructables site.

Paper Roll Cow

Make farm animals from paper rolls, starting with this cow. The directions can be found at CRAFTS BY Amanda.

Tree Ornaments

Would you have guessed that these ornaments started out as tp rolls? There are so many ways to decorate these to make them appropriate for your tree decorations. Go to creative kismet for the directions.

Other Specific Crafts

These craft articles are specific to their title. Crafts using wire coat hangers and crafts for Valentines day.
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Turkey Napkin Holder

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This little napkin holder is so simple to make with a paper roll and fun foam pieces. For the directions, go to the Parents site.

Anytime Wreath

by CREATIVE JEWISH MOM

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This wreath is beautiful as it is, but just imagine it spray painted gold or black. For the directions go to CREATIVE JEWISH MOM.

Roll Snowman

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Make a few of these to set around your Xmas village. The kids will love to help you make them. For the directions, go to Crafty-Crafted.com.

Different Glue Supplies

you'll want to have on hand

All glues are not created equal. Certain glues just work better on some jobs than on others. There are some projects when you'll want to use a hot glue gun and others when you'll want to use the warm glue. Glue sticks work wonderfully on many paper projects, but not on all of them, so it's necessay to have a few choices on hand. These are the ones I think are most important.
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Owl Family

by Frugal Family Fun Blog

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Who wouldn't want this cute little family in their home? The possibilities are endless with prints and colors to match the decor in any room. The place to find the directions is, the Frugal Family Fun Blog.

Paper Roll Pig

This is the pig in Crafts by Amanda's farm yard series. You'll find the directions at CRAFTS BY Amanda.

Angel Blessed

by this SquidAngel

ravenkoFind cake and cupcake recipes, articles on shoes and saving wild life and more at ravenko's homepage.
gods_grace_notes Her many articles include some on crafting and working with children, besides many other subjects.
NAIZA Recipes and book reviews are only two of the many subjects this author writes about.

TP Roll Flowers

by Craft

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You'd never guess these flowers were made from toilet tissue rolls, they are so beautiful. If you'd like to make some for your own home, go to Craft for the directions.

Glue guns are a great option when you want the glue to dry quickly.

Valentine Hearts Bouquet

by YAHOO! VOICES

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YAHOO! VOICES is the site for this cute little Valentine hearts bouquet in a vase.

Paper Towel Bunny

by Kids & Glitter

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An Easter decoration for a centerpiece or for the mantel. The kids love making this because it's easy and looks cute. Go to Kids & Glitter for the directions.

Seven Dwarfs

Kids will love making these Disney characters. Maybe watch the movie first and then make these dwarfs. Find the directions on the family.com site.

Paper Roll Lamb

This lamb is just one of the farm animals in the series by Amanda. Go to her website, CRAFTS BY Amanda for the instructions to make the lamb.

Bird of a Feather

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Make a flock of these feathered birds and hang them from the ceiling to get the feel of an early Spring. Go to Crafty-Crafted.com for the directions.

Ghosts and Pumpkin Wreath

by DLTK

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You'll be surprised at how this Halloween wreath is put together. It's easy, it's cute and it's from DLTK. Go there for the directions.

Halloween Napkin Holders

by Kids & Glitter

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If you have a Halloween party or like to decorate your table during the holiday, make these bat and cat napkin holders. You can find the directions at Kids & Glitter.

Christmas Candles

Children will love making and displaying these candles with their Christmas decorations. Go to Family Fun to get the directions.

Valentine Hearts Wreath

by examiner

This is a cool looking wreath that I really love. A few years ago we did a project like this at school and the kids really enjoyed doing it. The wreath is really outstanding and the directions are found at the examiner site.

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Comments or Suggestions Welcome

opinions okay too

  • NAIZA Apr 9, 2012 @ 5:40 am | delete
    Amazing handcrafted design! Very useful information as well. ~Blessed by a Squid Angel.
  • jadehorseshoe Feb 8, 2012 @ 12:37 am | delete
    Finally! A craft that even I can do. Excellent lens.
  • IYenForZen Feb 3, 2012 @ 8:53 pm | delete
    I just love the wreaths! I may have to start saving my rolls!!
  • goo2eyes Jan 30, 2012 @ 11:31 am | delete
    great ideas on how to make use of the empty paper rolls. everytime i use the kitchen roll, i will remember you. i use them to plant my seedlings. thanks for sharing.
  • bloomingrose Jan 30, 2012 @ 2:03 am | delete
    I really loved the kaleidoscope and the other crafts too.
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