Use cardboard tubes and either real or fake leaves to create these fun to play with finger puppets for fall.
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Medieval Chandelier
Use cardboard tubes, posterboard, and other basic craft supplies to create an awesome medieval chandelier. It makes a great decoration […]
Apple Crafts and Recipes
Apple crafts are great for many different times of year, including Johnny Appleseed Day in March, Teacher Appreciation in May, and […]
Ball Maze
Transform a box and some cardboard tubes into an awesome ball maze! This is a great activity for predictions (will […]
Pony Bead Crafts for Kids
Kids have been making pony bead crafts for many, many years. According to one source, pony beads got their […]
Recycled Box Guitar
Make a guitar (or bango, violin, etc.) out of recycled cracker boxes and cardboard tubes. Your preschooler can help put […]
USA Wreath
Recycle cardboard tubes, turning them into pretty patriotic wreaths for Memorial Day. Hang one on the front door or in […]
Pet Crafts and Recipes for Kids
April 11 is National Pet Day. Have some fun with it and create a craft project inspired by a pet, […]
Paper Ring Toss Game
Turn paper plates and cardboard tubes into a fun family ring toss game. Older kids can cut out the circles […]
Valentine’s Day Crafts and Recipes
Valentine’s Day has become a very popular crafting holiday, especially with the younger set! It’s a great time to remind […]
Fireworks Painting
Cardboard tubes make it fun to create beautiful fireworks paintings! It’s fun for patriotic celebrations, New Year’s Eve and more.
Faux Birch Logs
Decorate for winter with these simple faux birch logs made with cardboard tubes. It really couldn’t be easier!
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 […]
Monster Crafts & Recipes
Monsters! Who doesn’t love them to pieces? Boys, girls, and even grown-ups are gaga for monsters. They are cute, funny, […]
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 […]
UFO and Alien Crafts and Recipes
World UFO Day happens each year in July, so head over to our space crafts category and pick out some […]
Football Backyard Game
Make a stuffed felt football and goalposts from cardboard tubes. Then use them to play a really fun backyard throwing […]
Homemade Games Ideas for Kids
While no one needs a special day to play games, December 20th has been dubbed National Games Day. The last […]
Bunny Candy Holder
These charming bunnies are made from recycled cardboard tubes and construction paper. Use them to hold candies or classroom treats.
Leprechaun Craft
Move the head of this unique leprechaun and his hat miraculously appears! This fun St. Patrick’s Day starts with cardboard […]
Paper Roll Love Birds
Learn how to make these cute love birds from cardboard tubes and glitter. They couldn’t be cuter!
Santa’s Belly Napkin Rings
Turn felt and empty cardboard tubes into cute napkin rings that look like Santa’s belly. They’re perfect for Christmas dinner.
Turkey Utensil Holders
Have kids make cutlery holders for the Thanksgiving table using cardboard tubes. It’s easy and such a cute touch.
Personalized Napkin Rings
Empty cardboard tubes make wonderful napkin rings. After decorating them, customize them with a Scrabble tile of each person’s initial.
Three Little Pigs Playset
Turn empty cardboard tubes into the Three Little Pigs and the Big Bad Wolf. Follow the directions to make three […]
Owl Napkin Rings
Turn empty cardboard tubes into adorable owl napkin rings. They’re easy and inexpensive to make and add such a cute […]
Paper Tube Ball and Cup Toy
Ball and cup toys are so popular right now. Make your own version using empty cardboard tubes decorated with your […]
Kid-Friendly Javelin
Don’t recycle your newspaper and cardboard tubes just yet! Use them to make this easy, fun, and totally safe javelin, […]
For a Dynamite Dad
Fill empty cardboard tubes with Dad’s favorite candy, then decorate them with construction paper, aluminum foil, pipe cleaners and stickers. […]
Easter Cross Wreath
Teach the kids about recycling as your craft this Easter wreath. String cardboard tubes onto a wreath-shaped hanger and then […]
Bunny Napkin Rings
Just in time for Easter, these bunny napkin rings will add a touch of whimsy to your Easter table. Made […]
Giant Recycled Flower
Gather up a few things from your kitchen and recycling bin to create this giant spring flower. Paper plates, paper cups, […]
Alligator Affirmations Box
Turn empty cardboard tubes, egg cartons and other recyclables into an adorable alligator. Fill him with daily affirmations to build […]
Marker Caddy
Turn empty cardboard tubes and a box into a handy marker caddy! Decorate with construction paper, stickers, markers, tape, paint, […]
Go Team! Pennant
Wave your team to victory with these team pennants. A frugal craft made from cardboard tubes and construction paper, the […]
Vacation Bible School Jesus Fish Mobile
Turn cardboard tubes and glitter into sparkly fish, then hang them as a mobile. It’s a wonderful project for Sunday […]
Kwanzaa Crafts and Recipes
Kwanzaa is a secular festival that observes and celebrates the cultural heritage and traditional values of African Americans. Kwanzaa takes […]
Paper Plate Pelican
Create a pelican using paper plates and cardboard tubes. This easy project is fun to pair with a study of […]
Shoebox Pinto Pony
Turn a shoebox, cardboard tubes and other supplies into an awesome pinto pony. Use the box to hold art supplies […]
Fine Motor Spiders
These Fine Motor Spiders are a great way to have some fun while developing your little one’s fine motor skills, […]
Cinco de Mayo Dancing Girls Mini Piñatas
These Cinco de Mayo Dancing Girls Mini Piñatas start as empty cardboard tubes. And since they’re piñatas, there’s candy hidden […]
Pilgrim Crafts for Kids
Happy November! We’ve gathered up over 40 of the best Pilgrim crafts for kids. You’ll find all sorts of pilgrim-themed crafts […]
25+ Minion Crafts
Do you love Minions? Who doesn’t?! The world first met these adorable characters in ‘Despicable Me’ and now they have their […]
Party Crown
Turn empty cardboard tubes into fun party crowns! Great for a princess-themed party, Christmas, New Year’s Eve or everyday dress-up.
Decorated Flowerpot
Reuse old cardboard tubes to decorate a fun painted flowerpot! Easy enough for the youngest of crafters.
Mini Jute-Wrapped Baskets
These adorable mini Easter baskets start with empty cardboard tubes! They are wonderful for class parties, table decorations, place cards, […]
Editors’ Picks: January 2014
In January this year, we added over 200 new craft projects for you and your kids to make. Hopefully you’ve […]
Toilet Paper Roll Reindeer
Turn empty cardboard tubes into adorable reindeer! A fun project for kids of all ages.
Spider Stick Puppet
Make these cute and very easy spider stick puppets from cardboard tubes and felt. When you are done, use them […]
Paper Roll Shamrocks
Repurpose those empty cardboard tubes to make a fun shamrock bouquet! This craft is green in more ways than one. […]
Finger Puppet Pilgrims
Finger Puppet Pilgrim Make these finger puppet pilgrims from recycled cardboard tubes and construction paper. This fun craft is a great […]
Crafting with Kids: From Preschool to Teenagers
Some might think that a craft you make with your preschooler would never fly with your teenaged kids. Same holds […]
Fun with a Marble Run
We’ve created yet another fun project to build out of cardboard tubes. Kids will have hours of fun racing marbles […]
Organizing Your Craft Supplies
After a session of crafting with your kids, it would be so easy to just empty the entire tabletop of […]
Mummy Treat Containers
Made from cardboard tubes and crepe paper, these little guys are all wrapped up and waiting to be filled with […]
Paper Bag Maracas for Kids
Make these paper bag maracas or noise makers in celebration of Cinco de Mayo, or decorate differently to use any time […]