Octopus Toilet Paper Roll Craft For Kids [Free Template]

This octopus toilet paper roll craft was a big hit with the kids, plus they were able to use a recycled item to create something new!

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You’ll just need a few supplies in addition to the toilet paper roll and our free template to get started with this fun octopus craft.

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Supplies

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

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Begin by gluing the eyes below both of the eyebrows.

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Use a marker to draw spots onto the top of the octopus’ head.

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Wrap the octopus body around the tp roll, mark where the top ends with a pencil, then cut off the toilet paper roll at that point

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Spread glue along the bottom, rectangular part of the octopus and glue it to the toilet paper roll.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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