Mermaid Toilet Paper Roll Craft For Kids [Free Template]

Mermaids are one of those mythical creatures that kids can’t get enough of!

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We love them just as much, so we created this mermaid toilet paper roll craft.

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Supplies

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Download the mermaid template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.

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Begin to create the mermaid by gluing the mermaid’s hair to the back of the head.

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Place the bangs over the forehead and glue it in place.

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Next, glue the mermaid tail to the bottom of the mermaid’s torso.

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Use a marker to draw on the cheeks and the mermaid shell swim top.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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