This happy little love bug can't wait to spread some Valentine cheer to your favorite people! Transform a simple toilet paper tube into something special with this easy, eco-friendly craft that combines creativity with recycling. Kids will love making their own colorful love bug while learning about reusing materials and spreading kindness.
A 15–30 minutes craft for ages 5–10, using supplies you likely already have — Hole Punches, Stickers, and Scissors.
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To make the antennae, make a small hole near the top of your cardboard tube. A hole punch works great for this, but a scissors will do if you don't have one. Insert the pipe cleaner into the hole and pull through until your ends are even. Give the pipe cleaner a few good twists to hold it in place. Then, wrap the free ends around a marker 1 or 2 times to curl them. A fatter marker will make a looser curl. A skinny marker will make a very tight curl.
"Are you as excited to make this as I am?"
Put things away so your space is tidy for next time.
Check off each supply when it is put away — and any clean-up tips underneath are done too. You might find a fun surprise!
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