Octopus Toilet Paper Roll Craft
Turn a toilet paper roll into a colorful octopus with just a little paint, googly eyes, and some simple cuts! This fun and easy craft is perfect for kids and adds a playful ocean-themed touch to any space.
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Supplies & Materials
- Toilet paper rolls
- Paint
- Googly eyes
- Paint brush
- Scissors
- Glue
- Paper plates optional
- Black marker
Instructions
- Cover your work surface with paper plates or a tablecloth.
- Paint the entire outside of a toilet paper roll in your favorite ocean color and let it dry completely.
- Glue two googly eyes near the top of the roll and let them set.
- Cut vertical slits around the bottom half of the roll, spacing them about ½–1 inch apart.
- Gently bend each strip outward to create the octopus’s legs.
- Draw a smile or fun expression below the eyes using a black marker.
- To curl the legs, roll each strip around a marker or pencil and release.
- Once dry and shaped, your octopus is ready to display!