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Toilet Paper Roll Plant Craft

Create an adorable paper plant using a toilet paper roll and our free printable template! With just a few simple materials and steps, kids can craft their own mini potted plant that’s perfect for pretend play, classroom displays, or decorating their space.
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Prep Time:5 minutes
Time to Make:10 minutes
Total Time:15 minutes

Supplies & Materials

  • Toilet paper roll
  • Green craft or construction paper
  • Free plant template
  • Cardboard
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • Pencil
  • Optional: Paint or markers to decorate the pot

Instructions

  • Download the template and cut out the leaf shapes using green craft paper.
  • Cut a toilet paper roll in half. Then trace and cut a cardboard circle slightly larger than the bottom of the roll.
  • Glue the cardboard piece to the base of the roll to form the pot. Decorate if desired.
  • Fold each short leaf in half lengthwise to give it a curved shape.
  • Glue two short leaves to opposite sides of the top of the roll. Then glue two more on the remaining sides.
  • Fold the long leaves in half and glue them upright in the center of the pot, between the short leaves.
  • Trim any cardboard edges showing at the base and let everything dry.