Celebrate Shark Week with this cute paper tube shark craft. It’s a fun craft to accompany a study of ocean […]
Cardboard Tube Crafts
Whether it's paper towel rolls or toilet paper tubes, we have hundreds of cardboard tube crafts for you to choose from! From toddler on up, anyone can make something fun from a cardboard tube!
Paper Bowl and Cardboard Tube Mushroom
Use paper bowls and cardboard tubes to make a mushroom craft. It’s a fun way to welcome spring.
Cardboard Tube Bee
Use a recycled cardboard tube, wooden clothespins and mini doily to make a fun and easy bee craft. This simple […]
Cardboard Tube Cat
Recycle some of those cardboard tubes you have laying around into this adorable kitty cat. Use whatever color you like […]
Cardboard Tube Bear or Dog
The same cardboard tube can be a dog or a bear. It’s just a matter of switching out the ears!
Cardboard Tube Firecracker
Create cool decorations for the Fourth of July using cardboard tubes. Show your patriotism with this fun recycled project.
USA Wreath
Recycle cardboard tubes, turning them into pretty patriotic wreaths for Memorial Day. Hang one on the front door or in […]
Cardboard Tube Pencil Organizer
Create a colorful and functional organizer to keep your pens, markers and pencils close at hand. It’s easy to do […]
Statue of Liberty Torch
Create your own version of the Statue of Liberty’s torch. It’s made with simple recycled materials and features a glittering […]
Cardboard Tube Alligator
Make a cute alligator from an empty paper towel tube. It’s perfect for Letter A Week, talking about the rainforest […]
Cardboard Tube Chili Pepper Maracas
Turn recycled cardboard tubes into these adorable maracas, perfect for Cinco de Mayo! They are fun, easy, and inexpensive with […]
Cardboard Tube Cars
Turn those empty cardboard tubes into slick racecars, using little more than paint and construction paper. A fun project for […]
Eggshell Family
Turn eggshells into planters representing the whole family. What a great project to do together in the spring or any […]
Handprint Rainbow Butterfly
Create an adorable rainbow butterfly using your handprints. This craft is perfect for springtime!
Cardboard Tube Fish
Turn empty cardboard tubes into a sea of colorful fish. Decorate them however you’d like – there’s tons of room […]
Olympic Torch Craft
Team up with a friend to make a cool Olympic Torch craft that shows the true spirit of the Olympics. […]
Flower Number Line
Reinforce math concepts with this clever flower garden number line. Use it for counting, even/odd, addition and subtraction, and more!
Paper Ring Toss Game
Turn paper plates and cardboard tubes into a fun family ring toss game. Older kids can cut out the circles […]
Felt Bird Family: Finger Puppets or Wall Hanging
Make an adorable set of finger puppets or create a spring wall hanging featuring a trio of birds. This is […]
Cardboard Tube Honey Bee
Turn an empty cardboard tube into a realistic honey bee. Did you know that 12 of the United States have […]
Cardboard Tube Chicken
This chicken is made from pipe cleaners and a recycled cardboard tube. It’s so cute, and perfect for a farm-themed […]
Paper Plate Butterfly
Discover how easy it is to make a colorful butterfly using household recyclables.
Rain Cloud Craft
Turn an empty cardboard tube into an adorable rain cloud! This fun project is wonderful for spring or to accompany […]
Princess Crown
Make the little girl in your life feel just like a princess with this adorable cardboard tube crown. It’s fun […]
Cardboard Tube Puppy
Make an adorable puppy using empty cardboard tubes. The detailed, step-by-step photos make it easy!
Cardboard Tube Easter Bunnies
These cardboard tube bunnies are so cute and fun! Tissue paper gives them their bright colors.
Cat in the Hat Treat Holder
Celebrate Dr. Seuss with this fun Cat in the Hat treat holder made from a recycled cardboard tube. Fill it […]
Cardboard Tube NFL Referee
Make your own NFL referee from a cardboard tube. Include the removable mask, or leave it off for the non-pandemic […]
Heart Cuff Bracelets
Make sparkly cuff bracelets to wear on Valentine’s Day gift. They are a fun, affordable and super easy project.
Cardboard Tube Valentine Mouse
This adorable mouse is such a fun craft for Valentine’s Day! It starts with a cardboard tube and heart stickers.
“I Think You Are Tree-mendous!” Valentine
Use a cardboard tube to make a “tree-mendous” valentine that’s as cute as can be! Fill the trunk with treats […]
Valentine Owl
Turn an empty cardboard tube into an adorable owl that is perfect for Valentine’s Day! This fun craft is easy […]
Cardboard Tube Heart Robot
Make these charming heart robots with empty cardboard tubes. Kids will love this easy Valentine craft.
Cardboard Tube Polar Bear
Turn a cardboard tube into a polar bear in just a few steps. International Polar Bear Day is February 27th, […]
Nuts and Seeds Napkin Ring
Create a beautiful napkin ring in just minutes with items from your pantry. It all starts with an empty cardboard tube.
Hidden Money Santa
This cardboard tube Santa is a really fun way to give the gift of money. Expect a double-take when the […]
Fireworks Painting
Cardboard tubes make it fun to create beautiful fireworks paintings! It’s fun for patriotic celebrations, New Year’s Eve and more.
Handprint Christmas Trees
These fun Christmas tree decorations are so cute, but what makes them special is that they’re made from handprints! What […]
Pom Pom Hockey
Keep the kids entertained with Pom Pom Hockey. It is a simple activity, made with items you probably already have […]
Standing Cardboard Tube Moose
Learn how to make an adorable moose that stands on its own. It starts with a cardboard tube and construction […]
Faux Birch Logs
Decorate for winter with these simple faux birch logs made with cardboard tubes. It really couldn’t be easier!
Cardboard Tube Gift Boxes
Turn empty cardboard tubes into the cutest little gift boxes. With some tissue paper and ribbon, these cardboard tubes are […]
Candy Coin Favors
Looking for a fun way to give the gift of money? These cute Candy Coins are so easy to make […]
Printable Advent Wreath
Just print, color, cut and assemble your own Advent Wreath. Then “light” a candle each week as you prepare for […]
Cardboard Tube Grinch
Love Dr. Seuss’ classic story, How The Grinch Stole Christmas? Create your very own Grinch with an empty cardboard tube.
Cardboard Tube Star Ornaments
Turn empty cardboard tubes into beautiful star-shaped ornaments to hang on the Christmas tree. These ornaments are super simple to […]
Cardboard Tube Guy Smiley
Learn how to make everybody’s favorite game show host, Guy Smiley! This beloved Sesame Street character starts with a cardboard […]
Advent Calendar from Cardboard Tubes
Upcycle toilet paper rolls into this super simple advent calendar for your children! It’s a great way to hide little […]
Cardboard Tube Reindeer, Santa and Elf
Turn empty cardboard tubes into Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Santa Claus, and a merry elf. These easy and inexpensive projects […]
Spooky Eyeball Bracelets
Pull out the cardboard tubes and construction paper to make these adorable spooky eyeball bracelets for Halloween! These easy-to-make Halloween […]
Play Food Carrots
If your kids like to play with pretend food, this craft is for you! It’s easy to make play food […]
Cardboard Tube Family of Ghouls
Turn ordinary cardboard tubes into a colorful family of ghoulish monsters! This creative craft is fun anytime, but especially fun […]
Cardboard Tube Mummies
Raid the recycling bin for cardboard tubes to create these adorable mummies. They’re a fun and easy project for Halloween.
Cardboard Tube Owls
Have a hoot of a good time turning cardboard tubes into wise owls. Paint and fabric scraps add lots of […]
Cardboard Tube Scarecrow
This cardboard tube scarecrow is a fun craft for fall, but it also doubles as a Wizard of Oz craft. […]
Cardboard Tube Robot
This cute little guy is made from cardboard tubes and a few other recycled items that can be found around […]
Construction Paper Explorer Ship
Use construction paper and cardboard tubes to make your own version of an explorer’s ship. This activity is a wonderful […]
Paper Mache Patchwork Turtle
This cute little turtle is made using cardboard tubes, paper mache, fabric and Mod Podge. It’s a fun project for […]
Homemade Bird Feeder
Don’t throw away those empty cardboard tubes! Turn them into homemade bird feeders. It’s simple to do and is a […]
Monster Gift Box
This cute monster-themed gift box is made from a cardboard tube. It is just the right size for holding small […]