Cardboard Tube Gingerbread Man

Let’s turn recycling into festive fun with our Cardboard Tube Gingerbread Man! This creative project transforms recycled cardboard tubes into adorable gingerbread characters, perfect for spreading holiday cheer sustainably. Using simple materials and your creativity, you can craft these charming decorations that capture the whimsy and warmth of the season.

Skill Level

Beginner, Intermediate

Time to Make

30 mins

Adult Supervision

Yes

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Cardboard Tube Gingerbread Man
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Top Tip

To make the craft simpler you don’t have to cover the cardboard tube in kraft card.

How to Make

Step 1

Cardboard Tube Gingerbread Man

First, using the template, cut out the shapes.

Step 2

Cardboard Tube Gingerbread Man

Measure and cut the kraft card to size and wrap it around the cardboard tube.

Step 3

Cardboard Tube Gingerbread Man

Using a deco pen, draw the details on the gingerbread man's face, body, arms and legs.

Step 4

Cardboard Tube Gingerbread Man

Next, stick the head, arms and legs to the gingerbread man's body.

Step 5

Cardboard Tube Gingerbread Man

Wrap a thin strip of green card around the centre of the bowtie and stick it to the gingerbread man.

Step 6

Cardboard Tube Gingerbread Man

To finish, stick on a candy cane felt sticker.