This ghost toilet paper roll craft uses a recycled toilet paper roll and white paint to create an adorable Halloween craft for kids!
Halloween Books For Kids
The Pumpkin Thief- Bird's pumpkins keep disappearing and the animals must use the clues to find out who the pumpkin thief is!
Room on the Broom- How many animals can fit on the broom? After the witch drops some of her things, the animals return it but all want to ride on the broom.
Easy Ghost Craft
This toilet paper roll craft is easy to make and very budget-friendly, especially because most families and teachers already have all the supplies.
You can even Glue twine or string to the back to create hanging ghosts, or glue them into a garland for Halloween decorations!
Supplies Needed
- Empty toilet paper roll
- White paint
- Paintbrush
- Black marker
- Scissors
How To Make This Ghost Toilet Paper Roll Craft
1. Paint the entire toilet paper roll white. Allow it to dry completely.
2. Once dry, use scissors to cut a wavy pattern along the bottom edge of the toilet paper roll to create the ghost's flowing shape.
3. On the opposite end, round the edges with scissors to create the ghost's rounded head.
4. Use a black marker to draw two oval eyes near the top of the roll.
5. Add a small, open mouth underneath the eyes to give your ghost a spooky surprised expression.
6. Let the marker dry, then display the little ghost as part of your Halloween decorations.
Fun Variations For This Ghost Toilet Paper Roll Craft
Use googly eyes instead of drawn eyes for a fun, wobbly look.
Create different expressions (silly, surprised, winking) across multiple ghosts.
Pair with a friendly ghost book for a literacy connection.
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Ghost Toilet Paper Roll Craft
Make an adorable ghost toilet paper roll craft with kids! This easy, budget-friendly Halloween project is perfect for building fine motor skills.
- Total Time15 + dry time
Materials
- Empty toilet paper roll
- White paint
- Paintbrush
- Black marker
- Scissors
Instructions
- Paint the entire toilet paper roll white. Allow it to dry completely.
- Once dry, use scissors to cut a wavy pattern along the bottom edge of the toilet paper roll to create the ghost's flowing shape.
- On the opposite end, round the edges with scissors to create the ghost's rounded head.
- Use a black marker to draw two oval eyes near the top of the roll.
- Add a small, open mouth underneath the eyes to give your ghost a spooky surprised expression.
- Let the marker dry, then display the little ghost as part of your Halloween decorations.
- Prep Time: 15 + dry time
- Category: DIY, Halloween
- Method: Step-by-Step
