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The DIY Olympic Torch Craft displayed in front of a black wall.

DIY Olympic Torch

This Paper Torch Craft is a fun and easy Olympics activity for kids and adults!
Active Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Servings: 1 torch
Author: Ginnie

Materials

  • paper towel tube
  • grey, silver, or gold cardstock paper (letter-size)
  • clear tape
  • permanent double sided tape (optional)
  • 1 sheet red tissue paper
  • 1 sheet orange tissue paper
  • craft glue or hot glue (optional).

Instructions

  • Use the clear tape to attach the cardstock to the paper towel tube. Then wrap the paper around the tube and attach it on the other end with more tape. (For a neater appearance, use double stick tape to attach the cardstock to the tube.)
    A paper towel roll covered in grey paper and a tape dispenser on a table.
  • Fold the tissue paper in half (lengthwise), then tuck the orange paper into the red paper.
    Red and orange tissue paper layered together on a marble table.
  • Loosely roll up the tissue paper, then twist the folded end just enough fit into the paper towel tube. Carefully pull apart the layers of tissue paper on the other end to create a flame effect.
    Red and orange tissue paper rolled together to resemble the Olympic Flame.
  • Slide the tissue paper flame into the tube to finish the torch. (Optional: Add craft glue or hot glue to the inside of the paper towel tube before adding the flame. Let the glue dry before using. This will hold it in place more permanently.)
    The homemade torch resting on a marble table.
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