7 Star Wars crafts

Celebrate the epic space franchise on May 4th, or any day you're feeling galactic, with one of these fun crafts.

Stash away your empty toilet paper rolls for this simple craft. Using supplies you likely already have on hand, your little Jedi can construct Princess Leia, Chewbacca and R2-D2.

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This is a fun project to work on as a team, as in parents do most of the work while the kids get super jazzed. If you can't source a milk jug (ahem, Ontarians with your bagged milk), try using a juice jug.

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If your little Star Wars fan is a Rainbow Loom enthusiast, try tackling this fun project. The finished product makes a great zipper charm on a jacket or backpack.

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We're OK with snow as long as it's from a galaxy far, far away. Download the PDFs on the site to make your own Boba Fett, Darth Vader, Han Solo, AT-AT Walkers and more.

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On the volcano-filled planet of Mustafar, Obi-Wan and Anakin duke it out amid a backdrop of molten lava! Fans can recreate this scene with their Lego and some homemade slime. Even if you don't want to reenact the scene, who doesn't like playing with goop?

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This craft is great if you're hosting a Star Wars-themed birthday party. All you need are pool noodles and tape!

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A printable template and sticky-backed foam makes this an easy and relaxing craft with little cleanup. Plus, the finished product is the perfect bookmark to hold your child's place in their favourite Star Wars books.

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