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Styrofoam Cup Creative Monsters Craft Idea

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Are you looking for a fun weekend activity? Try making some Styrofoam cup monsters! This easy craft is a great way to explore your creativity and make some spooky friends in the process!

Colorful styrofoam cup creative monsters made with googly eyes, pom-poms, pipe cleaners, and feathers are displayed, with CREATIVE MONSTERS and gluedtomycraftsblog.com featured in the center.

Monster Craft Idea For Kids

Today’s craft is titled “Styrofoam Cup Creative Monsters.”

Although this kid friendly craft is perfect for Halloween because of the “monster” theme – you could get away with doing it all year long. We did this craft as a rainy day activity and it was perfect for the moment.

Normally with the crafts that I share on the Glued To My Crafts Blog, I have a set direction and way it should look. But the hover-mom in me, is starting to realize that I really need to give up control and give Lil Man the creativity freedom he wants. Otherwise, he’s going to get stubborn with me and not participate {been there – done that!}

When I gave him full control on this monster craft, in a way, he still did exactly what I wanted. He made the monster his own. A proud mama moment for me. PLUS I made my own monster right along side with him. “We” crafted together {versus me behind the camera making demands} and he seemed to really like that too.

If you would like to recreate this monster Styrofoam cup kids craft idea, you can find ALL the details below. Then – when you are done – come share pictures with us on our Facebook page! I can’t wait to see how “not scary” your monsters turn out! Happy crafting, my friends! #gluedtomycrafts

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Assorted craft supplies on a table, including pom-poms, colored feathers, glitter glue, white glue, pipe cleaners, a Sharpie, foam balls, and stacked styrofoam cups for creative monsters. Blog URL appears at the bottom right.

Creative Monsters Craft Supplies – anything in your craft stash. Yes – I really mean that. If it has any chance of being used, throw it in a pile on the table so those creative juices flow.

What we used:

  • Styrofoam Cups
  • Styrofoam Balls
  • Pipe Cleaners
  • White School Glue
  • Pom-Poms {large and small!}
  • Hot Glue Gun
  • Hot Glue Sticks
  • Sharpie Markers
  • Loose Craft Feathers

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A hand holds a white styrofoam ball decorated with blue marker circles and a blue center, resembling an eyeball—perfect for making creative monsters. A blue marker is partially visible in the background.
Two white styrofoam cups are placed upside down, each with a foam ball on top featuring a blue eye drawn on—perfect for crafting creative monsters. A pink hot glue gun rests nearby on the green countertop.

How we did it:

  • First I drew an eye on the Styrofoam balls and hot glued them on the cups.
  • Then I cut some pipe cleaners up and laid a plate of glue out for Lil Man. Then it was his job to decorate.
  • The pipe cleaners easily stuck to the Styrofoam cup, as well as the tips of the feathers.

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A colorful styrofoam cup creative monster made from a white Styrofoam ball with a blue and purple eye, decorated with vibrant feathers and pipe cleaners, sits atop a small white cup. The blog URL Gluedtomycrafts.blogspot.com is visible.
Two whimsical styrofoam cup creative monsters made from white foam cups and balls, decorated with colorful feathers, pipe cleaners, googly eyes, and pom-poms, sit on a wooden table. The URL Gluedtomycrafts.blogspot.com appears at the bottom.
Two styrofoam cup creative monsters are decorated with colorful pom-poms, googly eyes, fuzzy pipe cleaners, and bright feathers, making whimsical creature crafts on a wooden table.

My creative monster is on the left and Lil Man’s is on the right. Pretty cool, right? I’ll proudly keep these monsters around in my house.

I have one last tip to share before I end this post. To save money on crafts like this – once ready to dispose of the craft, pull out the pipe cleaners and feathers to use for another craft. You might even be able to reuse the pom-poms too. This is how you can stretch your dollar a bit. {I personally like to pull off the wiggle eyes on certain crafts to reuse.}

And before you leave to recreate this monster cup craft, check out our Styrofoam Cup Spiders post and pair it with today’s idea!

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Craft Activity Safety Guidelines:

Always Ensure Adult Supervision - Young children should be supervised at all times when engaging in craft activities. This is essential to keep them safe and ensure materials are used correctly. Use Age-Appropriate Supplies - Choose craft supplies that are suitable for your child’s age. Check labels for recommendations and avoid items with small parts or sharp edges for younger children. Modify as Needed - Feel free to adapt materials or steps to meet your child's abilities and safety needs. For example, substitute scissors with safety scissors if necessary. Keep an Eye on Allergies - Be mindful of potential allergens in craft materials like glue, paint, or certain fabrics. Opt for non-toxic and hypoallergenic options whenever possible. Organize and Secure Supplies - Keep all craft tools and materials organized. Store sharp objects, small parts, and potentially hazardous items out of reach when not in use. Following these guidelines will ensure that crafts remain fun, creative, and, most importantly, safe for everyone involved!