How to Make a Toilet Paper Roll Basket

A fun way of holding small goodies and items, such as Jelly Beans, paperclips, and snacks.

1. 

    Use scissors to cut a toilet paper roll in half.
   Use scissors to cut a toilet paper roll in half. You can make two baskets if you like from this, as you'll only need one half for a basket.
2. 

    Trace a opening of the roll on construction paper.
   Trace a opening of the roll on construction paper. Cut out the circle and tape it over the opening to cover it. This will be your bottom of the basket.
3. 

    Cut out more construction paper and tape it around the sides of the toilet paper roll.
   Cut out more construction paper and tape it around the sides of the toilet paper roll.
4. 

    Punch a hole near the top on each side of the roll.
   Punch a hole near the top on each side of the roll. Be sure to measure it so that the two holes will be equal in height and directly across from each other.
5. 

    Use a pipe cleaner and thread it through the two holes.
   Use a pipe cleaner and thread it through the two holes. Join the ends of the pipe cleaner to create a handle for the basket.
6. 

    Add decorative items to the basket.
   Add decorative items to the basket. If you're using it for Easter, add some paper shreds for grass or cut out a heart for a Valentine's Day basket.

• You can use cardboard or card stock on the bottom instead of construction paper.

• Toilet paper roll
• Pipe cleaner
• Scissors
• Construction paper
• Pencil/pen
• Tape
• Markers and other decorative items