Crafting is fun in every season! If you are looking for a creative activity for your little ones, then you can use simple household materials such as cardboard rolls and use them to conjure up beautiful creations. We have collected some great summer craft ideas that are sure to be well received by children between the ages of 3 and 10. Check out our ideas for summer toilet paper roll crafts!
Crafts with children in summer: cute sea creatures
Summer is time for the sea and the beach. For this reason they areSea creatures are always a good idea for craftsin the hot season. But which aquatic creatures can children make from toilet rolls? Below you will find a few ideas and tips for crafting.
Make fish out of toilet paper rolls
To make some colorful fish, you should first cut the cardboard rolls into the right shape. First, flatten the roll and cut out a round shape at one end. Then cut two triangles from the other end to form the tail. Then paint the paper rolls in desired colors and decorate with sequins or small circles of tissue paper to form the fish scales. Glue two googly eyes on each side and two cardboard fins on the back and belly. The fish are then ready for fun summer games or a small exhibition.
Make a crab out of a toilet paper roll
You don't need any special skills or step-by-step instructions to make crafts with toilet paper rolls. A good idea and a few standard materials such as colored paper, pens and scissors are all you need.
The crab is one of the most interesting sea creatures for children and is a great craft idea for the summer. Cover the toilet roll with red paper and make the other parts from the same paper. Have the child complete the crab by gluing all the pieces in the right place.
Cute octopus as a craft idea for toddlers
All children love the cute octopus! He is currently very popular as a plush toy, but you can also make a cute toy out of a toilet paper roll. To do this you should simply paint the roll and cut the bottom half into eight parts to create the arms. Finally, paint or glue the dots and paint a cute face.
Make a frog out of a toilet roll
Whether you want to keep your little ones busy with paper crafts or explore their creative side, this toilet paper roll frog craft is perfect for them!
The best summer days are those when our children have fun outdoors. And there's nothing better for fun outdoor adventures than a cute little frog to accompany you along the way!
This craft project is really easy. You can either wrap the paper roll with green construction paper or paint it green. Then use a stapler to staple one end of the toilet paper roll to form the frog's body. Cut a long piece of string and attach it to the toilet roll. Cut a strip of red paper and tape it to the inside of the roll. Add the frog's eyes, arms and legs and attach the bow tie.
Turn the toilet paper roll into a mermaid
The mythical mermaids are also among the most popular underwater inhabitants. Every little girl wants to become a mermaid and swim with a mermaid tail. This craft idea won't turn your princess into a mermaid, but it will create a nice toy for the summer games. Make all the pieces out of colored craft paper and turn the cardboard tube into a pretty mermaid.
Bees make crafts with toilet paper rolls
In summer there are bees and other insectsperfect for fun craft projects. You can turn the toilet paper rolls you collect into these cute buzzing bees equipped with bubble wrap wings. This is a quick and easy summer craft idea for kids. All that's needed is paint, craft cardboard, and bubble wrap - all items you may already have at home.
Make cute cacti with cardboard rolls
Cacti and succulents are beautiful and easy-care decorations for the home and these toilet roll crafts will certainly brighten up the children's room.
First, make the large cactus by cutting a cardboard tube and rounding the top. A kitchen paper roll is more suitable here. On the remaining piece, trace and cut out 2 arms. Paint all the parts green and glue the arms in the right places. Make small X marks all over the cactus with white paint and thin brush and glue on googly eyes.
For the small cacti, cut the top part of a toilet roll so that the front is rounded and a small strip can be seen at the bottom. This way the cactus stands up better. Then paint the roll green and paint dots or lines with white paint. Glue a small pompom to the top and add eyes if desired. Finally, paint cups from the egg carton with light brown paint so that they look like pots and place the small cacti in the egg cups.
Make summer fruits out of toilet paper rolls
If you're just looking for a fun activity for a rainy summer afternoon, you can use acrylic paints to turn toilet paper rolls into seasonal fruit. Usedifferent painting techniquesand have a lot of fun doing it.
Making lemonade glasses in the summer
For fun role play, you can also make these lemonades with toilet paper rolls with the children. All you need to do is paint the rolls and put a straw and a cocktail umbrella in them. Fast, easy and fun!
Making colorful popsicles with toilet paper rolls: video instructions
Do your children like to eat popsicles in summer? Then use a hot day to make the cold delicacy out of toilet paper rolls. It's really easy and the finished crafts are perfect for a sales role play. The instructions can be found in the video above.
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