Toilet Roll Easter Bunny Step-by-Step Guide
Spring is in the air, and with Easter just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to dive into some festive fun with the little ones! Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or simply someone who loves getting crafty, this Toilet Roll Easter Bunny Craft for Kids is a brilliant way to bring a bit of seasonal sparkle into your home or classroom.
This Easter Bunny craft is easy, budget-friendly, and customisable. Follow the simple steps below to create your own hoppy little friend.
Step 1: Gather Your Materials
Make sure you’ve got everything ready before you begin. You’ll need:
- 1 empty toilet roll tube
- White paint (or any other colour you like)
- Paintbrush
- Googly eyes
- Small pom-poms (for the nose and tail)
- Coloured paper or felt (for ears and clothes)
- Glue stick or white glue
- Scissors
- Black marker
- Extras: pipe cleaners, ribbon, glitter, buttons, stickers
Step 2: Paint the Toilet Roll
This forms your bunny’s body.
- Place newspaper or a craft mat down to protect your surface.
- Paint the entire outside of the toilet roll tube with your chosen colour.
- White is traditional for a bunny, but pastel pinks, blues, or even rainbow stripes are fun too!
- White is traditional for a bunny, but pastel pinks, blues, or even rainbow stripes are fun too!
- Allow the tube to dry completely (this usually takes about 15–20 minutes).
Step 3: Make and Attach the Bunny Ears
Time to give your bunny its ears!
- Cut out two long ear shapes from coloured paper or felt.
- You can use white with a pink inner part or go wild with a glittery card!
- You can use white with a pink inner part or go wild with a glittery card!
- Fold the bottom of each ear slightly and apply a bit of glue.
- Stick the ears to the inside top edge of the toilet roll.
- Want floppy ears? Just bend the tops gently after they’re glued on.
Step 4: Create the Bunny’s Face
Now the fun part—giving your bunny a personality!
- Glue two googly eyes near the top of the tube. A;ternatively with a black marker draw two eyes.
- Stick a small pom-pom nose underneath the eyes.
- Use a black marker to draw:
- A smile or mouth
- Whiskers on either side of the nose
- A smile or mouth
- Optional: Add pipe cleaner whiskers for a 3D effect.
Step 5: Dress Up Your Bunny
Let’s get fashionable!
- Cut out a small rectangle or shirt shape from coloured paper or felt.
- Wrap it around the lower half of the toilet roll and glue it down to make a bunny outfit.
- Decorate the outfit with:
- Buttons (real or paper)
- Ribbons as bows or belts
- Stickers or glitter for flair
- Buttons (real or paper)
You can even make dungarees, tutus, or superhero capes—get creative!
Step 6: Add the Bunny Tail
Every bunny needs a fluffy tail!
- Choose a small white (or pastel) pom-pom.
- Glue it onto the back bottom part of the toilet roll tube.
That cute little puffball brings everything together!

Step 7: Make a Whole Bunny Family (Optional)
Once you’ve made one bunny, it’s hard to stop!
- Make different-sized bunnies using:
- Toilet rolls
- Cut-down kitchen roll tubes
- Cardboard or paper towel rolls
- Toilet rolls
- Give each bunny a name and personality.
- Example: Mum Bunny, Baby Bunny, Grandpa Flopsy
- Example: Mum Bunny, Baby Bunny, Grandpa Flopsy
This is great for storytelling and imaginative play.
Step 8: Display Your Bunny Creation
Show off your masterpiece!
- Place your bunny on a shelf, windowsill, or as part of an Easter display.
- Use tissue paper “grass,” mini eggs, or spring flowers to make a lovely little Easter scene.
You could even make a bunny parade for the dining table on Easter Sunday!
Quick Recap Checklist:
- Paint the tube
- Make and glue ears
- Add eyes, nose, and draw the face
- Make clothes and accessories
- Glue on a fluffy tail
- Display proudly or play with your bunny family!
Hoppy Endings: Wrapping Up Your Easter Bunny Craft Adventure
And there you have it—an utterly charming Toilet Roll Easter Bunny Craft for Kids that’s packed with fun, creativity, and seasonal cheer! Whether you’re looking for Easter crafts to fill an afternoon, planning a classroom activity, or just want to reuse those empty toilet rolls in a joyful way, this bunny craft has got you covered.
