8 fun projects to creatively recycle toilet paper rolls and buttons with the kids
Sometimes we forget that it takes very little to entertain children: creative pastimes are often really enjoyed by kids. So why not, once in a while, spend a few hours together with the little ones transforming common objects into wonderful creations? A simple idea can keep the kids entertained for hours.
We know that the cardboard tubes inside toilet paper rolls are a great resource for arts and crafts, and if we combine them with colored buttons, we can create many cute objects, like the ones you see below:
Tutorial via survivingateacherssalary.com
Have you ever thought that a cardboard tube could become a cat? Maybe not, and it would be nice to discover how to do this together with the children. Use a little colored paper, glue and buttons of various shapes - and these serve as useful tools for teaching the kids about shapes and colours.
Tutorial via easypeasyandfun.com
A cardboard tube lends itself to becoming an elegant tuxedo with just a little black paper and a few colored buttons to make the buttons! And then adding a bow tie is a must. Try using some pasta (the butterfly-shaped type) and a little glue to stick it on!
Tutorial via kidsactivitiesblog.com
A cute flower: unroll a cardboard tube and cut out the petals. Once joined, they can be painted and decorated with a button in any color you want.
Tutorial via madetobeamomma.com
To make cute miniature robots, use colored paper, colorful pipe cleaners, tin foil and buttons. These robots will look other-worldly!
Tutorial via thebestideasforkids.com
And how about turning a cardboard tube into a butterfly? To do this, all you need is to cut out the wings, add the antennas (using pipe cleaners) and then decorate everything with colored buttons of various shapes and colors.
Tutorial via craftsbyamanda.com
And how about creating imaginary characters with the help of objects collected on a nature walk? Here, different leaves will become the face of these cute creatures, with buttons completing their look.
Tutorial via teatimemonkeys.com
With a cardboard tube and some a little thick paper, you can make a trumpet. And use buttons for its buttons!
Here is a project that is fun and useful. Make pen/pencil holders with cardboard tubes, buttons and hot glue!
Ready to recycle your toilet rolls creatively?
