If you’re looking for an easy and fun Halloween craft idea, these monster toilet paper rolls are perfect. Using simple supplies you probably already have at home, kids can create their own spooky, silly, or even cute tp roll monsters.
This activity is great for toddlers, preschoolers, or daycare groups because it’s quick to set up and doesn’t require any complicated steps.
It’s one of those paper roll crafts that’s just as fun for little hands as it is for older kids, and it’s a wonderful way to work on fine motor skills while making something adorable.
Materials You’ll Need
You don’t need anything fancy to make this monster craft. Just gather up a few empty toilet paper rolls or cardboard tubes, some construction paper, and a mix of fun decorations like pom poms, pipe cleaners, and googly eyes.
Kids can get really creative with their own monster designs, whether they want one with silly hair, scary eyes, or covered in shiny gems. Here’s what you’ll want on hand:
- Toilet paper rolls or paper towel rolls cut down to size
- Construction paper
- Pipe cleaners
- Pom poms
- Scissors
- Glue stick or hot glue (for grown-ups to help secure heavier items)
- Gemstones and fabric stars
- Googly eyes (or you can use our printable eyes for crafts if you don’t have googly eyes handy)
My kids always get so excited when we bring out the toilet rolls for a new craft. It’s like they instantly know it’s time to make something silly and fun.
They love creating their own monster characters, and it turns into a whole game where the monsters have names, voices, and even little backstories. It’s amazing how a simple paper roll monster can spark so much imaginative play at home.
Sometimes we use paper towel rolls too, just to make giant monsters. The kids think it’s hilarious to have “big brother” monsters and “baby” monsters made out of different sized cardboard tubes. It really shows how these easy craft ideas can be adapted however you like, and the kids don’t even notice they’re working on their motor skills while cutting, gluing, and sticking everything together.
One of my favourite parts is watching them pile on all the googly eyes* We’ve had roll monsters with three eyes, seven eyes, and even one that looked like a scary eyes toilet paper roll decoration! The kids can’t stop giggling as they decide just how many eyes a monster really needs. It’s these kinds of Halloween craft moments that make October feel so magical at home.
I also love that this paper roll craft is so low pressure. There’s no perfect “recipe rating” for how a monster should turn out – every single one is unique. The only required fields are a bit of glue, some imagination, and the willingness to get a little messy. That’s what makes these monster crafts so easy to love.
You can also use the opportunity to talk about different emotions and feelings as you draw different facial expressions on each monster, as well as talking about simple learning topics like colors, shapes and numbers as you count each monster or count the monster eyes.
Whenever we do this activity, I set out a little monster craft station with all the supplies spread out – construction paper, pom poms, pipe cleaners, gemstones, and of course the trusty glue stick. The kids dive right in, and before long we have a whole lineup of cute roll monsters ready to be part of our Halloween decorations.
*If you don’t have googly eyes at home we also have a solution for that with our free printable eyes for crafts, which you can print, cut out and stick with glue.
How to Make a Monster Toilet Paper Roll
So how do you make a monster from a recycled toilet paper roll? Follow these simple step-by-step instructions and let your kids’ imaginations run wild as you enjoy this monster project for kids.
Toilet Paper Roll Monster Craft
Turn ordinary toilet paper rolls into silly, spooky, and colorful monsters! This easy Halloween craft is perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and big kids too – simple to set up, fun to make, and a great way to use up those cardboard tubes.
Materials
- Toilet paper rolls or paper towel rolls cut down to size
- Construction paper
- Pipe cleaners
- Pom poms
- Scissors
- Glue stick or optional hot glue (for grown-ups to help secure heavier items)
- Gemstones and fabric stars
- Googly eyes (or you can use our printable eyes for crafts if you don’t have googly eyes handy)
Instructions
- Measure and cut a piece of construction paper to fit around the toilet paper roll.
- Glue the paper around the roll to cover it completely.
- Now the fun begins! Have your child create their own monster using gems, pom poms, googly eyes, and pipe cleaners. They can add monster hair, arms, teeth, or anything else they imagine.
- For heavier items like gemstones, you may need to secure them with hot glue.unless self adhesive. Grown-ups can step in to help with this part. You can use all kinds of colors and decoration combinations to make each monster craft unique
That’s it – your roll monster is complete! Kids will love lining up their creations as Halloween decorations, or even using them as toilet paper roll puppets for pretend play. It’s a fun craft with toilet rolls that turns recycling into something creative.
Monster crafts like this are perfect as fun Halloween activities on a rainy day. Making paper roll monsters also helps kids strengthen their fine motor skills as they cut, glue, and decorate. It sparks a lot of creativity because there’s no “right” way to design a monster – each one can be silly, spooky, or sweet.
These kinds of easy October crafts are perfect for preschool, nursery, or a Halloween party at home. Plus, since toilet paper rolls are something everyone has, it’s basically a free craft you can make again and again.
We hope you have fun creating your own diy monster with the kids.
More Monster Crafts for Kids
If your kids loved this toilet roll monster project, we have even more monster craft ideas they can try. From simple paper plate monsters to printable monster games and activities, there are so many fun ways to keep the monster theme going for Halloween or anytime of year. Check out these to find your next easy monster craft for kids…
- Pom pom love monster craft
- Cute monster craft with handprints
- Yarn Monsters Halloween Craft
- No Sew Monster Finger Puppets
- Cookie Monster Pumpkin
- Roll and Draw a Monster Printable Game
More Toilet Paper Roll Crafts
We also love sharing craft ideas using toilet paper rolls. These cardboard tube projects are a great way to recycle and give new life to something you already have at home.
From Halloween decorations using toilet paper rolls to toilet paper roll puppets and beyond, there are endless roll crafts your kids will enjoy.
- Toilet Paper Roll Frankenstein Craft
- Easy Toilet Paper Roll Train Craft
- Ninja Toilet Paper Roll Craft
- Easy Toilet Paper Roll Mummy Craft
- Adorable Toilet Roll Angel Craft
- Easy Toilet Paper Roll Houses Craft for Kids
More Halloween Crafts for Kids
If your kids enjoyed making these silly roll monsters, you’ll love our other Halloween crafts too. From spooky decorations to easy activities, there are plenty more ideas to keep little hands busy this October.
- Paper Bag Haunted House Craft
- Rocking Bat Craft for Halloween
- Paper Plate Flying Witch Craft
- Egg Carton Spider Craft
- Easy Skeleton Craft With Free Printable Template
If you give this monster toilet paper roll craft a try, we’d love for you to share it with friends or pin it so others can enjoy too. It’s such a simple Halloween craft that’s perfect for kids of all ages.
Anna Marikar, mum of four and seasoned blogger, has spent over a decade sharing her parenting journey and passion for kid-friendly crafts and free printables.
Her easy-to-follow craft ideas and practical parenting advice have transformed In The Playroom into a cherished resource for parents.
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