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Kids CraftsNo. 4870 · The 2026 edition

Q-Tip Skeleton Halloween Craft

Turn ordinary cotton swabs into a spooky-ooky skeleton craft that's perfect for Halloween!

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Q-tip skeleton on black construction paper with a cutout skull with a red bow.
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This fun and easy craft uses Q-tips and construction paper to build a skeleton. You'll arrange the bone pieces, glue them down, and add a printable skeleton head and bow. Imperfections are encouraged—they make each skeleton unique!

You'll need

Directions

  1. Arrange the large Q-tip pieces on the construction paper first, then add the smaller ones. Feel free to experiment with the angles of the bones.
  2. Put glue directly onto each Q-tip before placing it. Start with the larger bones, then add the smaller ones. Remember that little imperfections give it charm.
  3. Download and print the free skeleton head and bow template. Color in the bow, then cut both out. Glue the bow onto the head or use it as a necktie.

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