Making Christmas ornaments with kids is one of the best ways to embrace the holiday spirit. There’s something magical about creating keepsakes that you can hang on the tree year after year. And when you can combine that with a bit of eco-friendly crafting, it’s a win for everyone! This Toilet Paper Roll Star Ornament is the perfect way to turn a simple household item into a dazzling holiday decoration.
It’s easy, fun, and gives kids a chance to make something special while learning about reusing materials.
Supplies Needed for your TP Roll Star Ornament
Gathering supplies for this craft is as easy as raiding your recycling bin and grabbing a few basics from your craft stash.
You’ll need an empty toilet paper roll, a pair of sharp scissors, acrylic paint in your favorite colors, a paintbrush, a string or ribbon, a bead for a finishing touch, and some hot glue.
If you don’t already have these at home, they’re inexpensive and easy to find from any craft store or online from Amazon.
This craft is all about turning the ordinary into something extraordinary. By cutting and assembling a TP roll into a star shape, painting it in festive colors, and adding a bead and string, you’ll create a charming ornament that looks like it came straight from a Christmas market. The best part is that each one is unique, and kids can put their own creative spin on it by decorating the cardboard rolls however they like, once you finished assembling your star.
Recyled Toilet Paper Roll Star Christmas Ornament
Turn an empty TP roll into a dazzling star ornament with this fun and eco-friendly Christmas craft! Kids will love painting and assembling their own unique decorations to hang on the tree or gift to loved ones.
Materials
- Empty TP roll
- A pair of sharp scissors
- Acrylic paint
- Paintbrush
- String
- Bead
- Hot glue
Instructions
- Step 1:
Take an empty TP roll.
- Step 2:
Flatten the TP roll neatly on a flat and even surface.
- Step 3:
Cut out 3 even strips (1.5cm x 1.5cm) from the flattened TP roll.
- Step 4:
Cut out a triangle shape from a closed side of a strip cutout.
- Step 5:
Similarly, cut out another triangle shape from the other closed side of the strip.
- Step 6:
Prepare the 2 other strips similarly.
- Step 7:
Take 2 prepared TP roll strips and insert 1 strip inside the other. Position them by forming a cross but to 45 degrees.
- Step 8:
Insert and position the 3rd strip covering the gap of the previous criss-cross strips. Apply glue to join the strips.
- Step 9:
Apply a coat of white acrylic paint on the TP roll ornament pattern. Allow the paint to dry completely.
- Step 10:
Apply a paint of your choice covering the white base coat. Allow the paint to dry completely.
- Step 11:
Select a strand of yarn, rope, ribbon, and a round bead (with a big hole). Insert one end of the strand through the triangle cutout end of the ornament and draw it out from the other side.
- Step 12:
Hold both open ends of the strand and insert the bead through the strand. Push the bead to the ornament and tie a knot near the open end.
This craft is a wonderful way to spend an afternoon with kids during the holiday season. Not only does it encourage creativity and fine motor skills, but it also teaches kids about reusing materials and making something beautiful from what might otherwise be discarded. Plus, these ornaments make lovely gifts for family members or sweet additions to your own Christmas tree.
More Christmas Crafts for Kids
Looking for more ways to keep little hands busy this season? Check out our other festive craft ideas that are perfect for kids of all ages. From paper snowflakes to handmade gift tags, there’s no shortage of fun ways to celebrate the holidays with creativity.
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- 22 Easy Reindeer Crafts For Kids
- Simple Christmas crafts for toddlers
If you enjoyed this craft, please share this blog post with your friends and family or on social media! Spreading the joy of crafting is the perfect way to celebrate the season. Happy holidays!
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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