Go Back
side by side examples of paper cup octopus

Paper Cup Octopus Craft For Kids

Prep Time: 8 minutes
Active Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes
Kids can bring this wonder to life with a fun and engaging paper cup octopus craft!
No ratings yet
Print Pin
Author: Sam
Video

Materials

  • Colored paper cup
  • Colored cardstock or construction paper
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • Markers
  • Octopus template

Instructions

  • Download the octopus template, print, and cut out the pieces you need. Position the cup with the rim side down.
  • Begin by gluing the inner half of the octopus's eyes in the middle of the paper cup.
  • Glue the tongue to the bottom of the mouth.
  • Next, glue the completed mouth in the middle and just below the eyes.
  • Use a marker to draw some spots above the octopus’s eyes.
  • Take the tentacles and wrap each one around your finger in order to curl them.
  • Finish off by gluing the tentacles on the bottom and inside of the cup, all around it.