Toilet Paper Roll Bats are super easy and a fun halloween craft to make with kids. In fact, this simple bat craft is really easy and would make a fantastic Halloween decoration or craft idea for both older and younger children.
We have a whole variety of fun Halloween bat crafts here on The Inspiration Edit. Be sure to check them out at the end of this tutorial.
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💖 Why You'll Love This Craft
- Batty Good Fun: These cute little bats are perfect for adding a playful pop of spooky to your Halloween decorations.
- Wings That Wow: Kids will love designing and folding their own bat wings—pointy, curvy, or totally wild!
- Great for Learning Themes: Pair it with lessons about nocturnal animals or Halloween stories for a fun and educational twist.
Why Are Bats Associated With Halloween?
In a nutshell the bat is associated with Vampires which are super popular at Halloween time. A Vampire according to folklore is a creature that causes mischief and goes around drinking the blood of others. Bats are connected to vampires and inevitably become a popular Halloween creature on trick or treat night.
We have a few fantastic Bat themed ideas here on The Inspiration Edit from a simple bat magnet craft to bat corner bookmarks. We even have bat themed pudding cups. You may want to check these out as part of your Halloween celebrations.
🎨 Supplies Needed
🖌️ How to Make Toilet Roll Bats
- Step 1: Download and print the bat toilet tube template. (Print the eyes on a fun, bright color!) Cut the pieces out and set aside. Be mindful to cut the eyes with care.
- Step 2: Cut a piece of black (feel free to make the bat any color you’d like) paper the size of the tube that you are using. The easiest way is to wrap the paper around the tube, hold in place with a bit of tape on the back and then trim the excess from the top.
- Step 3: You may adhere the paper with more tape at the back or remove the tape and glue the paper to the tube.
- Step 4: Glue the features onto the bat. Cut fangs and black ears and glue in place. This Bat craft is now complete! Enjoy!
💡 Pro Tip: For a personalized twist, trace your child’s handprints on black paper, cut them out, and use them as wings for the bat, adding a special touch that makes the craft even more unique.
🧑🎨 Expert Tips for Toilet Paper Roll Bat Craft
- Paint the Roll Black: Start by painting the toilet paper roll black to form the bat's body. Let it dry completely before moving to the next step.
- Cut Bat Wings: Use black construction paper to cut bat wings and glue them to the sides of the roll. This gives your bat a spooky effect.
- Make Bat Ears: Cut two small triangles from black paper and glue them to the top of the roll for ears. This adds more bat-like details.
- Add Googly Eyes: Attach googly eyes near the top of the roll to bring the bat to life. This adds a fun, animated touch.
- Create Fangs: Cut tiny white triangles and glue them below the eyes to make the bat’s fangs stand out. This completes the bat’s features.
- Optional – Hang Your Bat: Tape a string to the top of the roll to hang the bat as a fun decoration. It makes a cute ornament or spooky display.
💭 FAQs
You’ll need a toilet tube, black construction paper, scissors, glue stick, and a black Sharpie pen. These simple supplies are all you need to create your bat craft.
Wrap the tube with black paper, glue on bat features, and draw details with a Sharpie. This will bring your bat craft to life with fun and spooky details.
Yes, use different colors and designs to create unique bats. This allows you to personalize each bat and make them even more fun and creative.
Absolutely! It's a fun and easy activity perfect for kids to make at home or in the classroom. It’s a simple craft that sparks creativity and is perfect for any occasion.
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Halloween Bat toilet tube craft
Materials
- Toilet tube
- Construction Paper
- Scissors
- Glue Stick
- Black Sharpie Pen
Instructions
- Download and print the bat toilet tube template. (Print the eyes on a fun, bright color!)
- Cut the pieces out and set aside. Be mindful to cut the eyes with care.
- Cut a piece of black (feel free to make the bat any color you’d like) paper the size of the tube that you are using. The easiest way is to wrap the paper around the tube, hold in place with a bit of tape on the back and then trim the excess from the top.
- You may adhere the paper with more tape at the back or remove the tape and glue the paper to the tube.
- Glue the features onto the bat. Cut fangs and black ears and glue in place.
Download Your Printable
Download your Free Bat Template here!
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