Toilet Roll Confetti Cannon: A New Year's Craft That Goes POOF

Colorful confetti cannon template with a star wrap, a fireworks wrap and decorations, printable

An empty toilet paper roll, a balloon, and a handful of hole-punch confetti – that's all you need for this confetti cannon. Pull, let go, POOF! The printable wraps make it party-ready in minutes.

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What's in the PDFs

Both PDFs, color and coloring, are one page: 2 wraps with glue tabs (stars and fireworks), 6 decorations to cut out and stick on (rocket, firework, shooting star, clover, lucky pig, party hat), and five-step instructions. One wrap covers one roll.

At a Glance

Type
Craft template
Age
ages 4+
Pages
1 × A4 + 1 × A4
Time
about 15–20 minutes

📄 What’s on the Pages

Page 1: Wraps, decorations, and instructions
Two wraps with glue tabs, six decorations, and five steps with a safety note.

How to make the confetti cannon

1
Print the page, cut out a wrap, wrap it around an empty toilet paper roll, and glue it at the tab.
2
Knot a balloon and cut off the top third – a grown-up should do this part.
3
Stretch the balloon over one end of the roll with the knot facing out and secure it with tape.
4
Cut out the decorations and glue them on.
5
Fill confetti (from a hole punch) in the top, pull the knot, let go – POOF!

Safety: Stuffing, tape and small parts are not for children under 3.

💡 Tips

  • Only aim at people who want to play – and never at faces.
  • Hole-punch confetti from colored paper is light and flies well; keep balloon scraps away from kids under 3.
  • A sturdy toilet paper or paper towel roll makes the cannon last longer.
  • Spread out a blanket first for an easy cleanup.

What kids practice

Wrapping, gluing, and decorating build fine motor skills. Shooting the cannon is a mini science lesson: the farther you pull the balloon, the higher the confetti flies. Kids also learn to be considerate and aim only where it won't bother anyone.

🔄 Variations & Ideas

Pom-pom cannon
Use small pom-poms or cotton balls instead of confetti and aim at a bucket.
Midnight salute
Everyone fires their confetti into the air together at the countdown.
Design your own
With the coloring version, kids design their own wrap.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What kind of balloon works?
A regular medium round balloon. Keep the knot and cut off the top third so the rest stretches over the roll.

How do I make the confetti?
Use a hole punch on colored paper or old flyers. It's light, cheap, and easy to vacuum up.

Is this craft okay for preschoolers?
Yes, with a grown-up cutting the balloon. The key rule: never aim at anyone's face.

Is the download free?
Yes, all templates on PureSketchy are 100% free for personal, preschool and classroom use – no sign-up needed.

Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version here: Konfetti-Kanone.