Today we are doing an octopus craft. Kids of all ages will love this easy toilet paper craft. It’s similar to one we did before, but it’s quick, easy, and just requires a few minutes and paint and yarn. Younger kids and older kids will both be able to do this octopus craft. Use this octopus craft at home or in the classroom.

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Octopus Craft

Today we have a quick 5-minute craft that kids can do using budget-friendly craft supplies. Little kids can do it and older kids can also do it. Little kids may need a little help.

But it’s a great way for kids to explore colors and practice fine motor skills. You can do it as it or pair it up with curriculum and letter activities.

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Related: Check out our toilet paper octopus craft. It’s very similar to this one.

Supplies Needed For This Octopus Craft

How To Make This Octopus Craft

Step 1

Punch 8 holes into your toilet paper roll.

Step 2

Paint your toilet paper roll.

Step 3

Paint 2 eyes onto it.

Step 4

Add some pupils and a smile.

Step 5

Cut 8 pieces of yarn the same size. Each piece needs to be a few inches long.

Step 6

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Fold the yard in half and put the loop through the hole.

Step 7

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Now, put the strands through the loop and pull.

Step 8

Do it for all.

How To Make This Toilet Paper Roll Craft Your Own

Just like all our crafts you can make this toilet paper roll craft your own. You can do things like:

Wrap construction paper around the tube instead of painting.
Wrap decorative paper around the tube instead of painting.
Use googly eyes.
Use sticker eyes.
Loop ribbon instead of yarn.

Related: We have 16 fun octopus crafts and activities for kids.

Our Experience With This Octopus Craft

I’m still trying to find ways to get rid of some of these toilet paper rolls that we have hoarded up. And I said, you know what, let’s try this. It’s a little more simple than one that is already on this website, making it ideal for little kids.

Less manipulation is needed. My little ones did need a little help with looping the yarn, but that’s it. Now we have so many octopi around the house of all different colors. I hope your family has as much fun as mine did with this octopus craft.