Egg cartons are excellent for making simple animal figures because individual cups can become bodies, heads, shells, or other parts.

Explore these animal egg carton crafts for more animal-themed projects.

Egg Carton Turtle Crafts

Turn an egg carton cup into a turtle shell with these DIY egg carton turtles.

You can also try this egg carton turtle craft tutorial for another turtle project.

Egg Carton Dinosaur Crafts

Create prehistoric creatures with these egg carton dinosaur crafts. Paint the pieces in different colors and add paper or cardboard details to complete the dinosaurs.

Egg Carton Snail Crafts

Make a colorful snail using an egg carton section as the shell with these egg carton snail crafts.

Another nature-themed option is this easy snail craft with egg carton and leaves.

Egg Carton Chicks

Create cute bird crafts with these egg carton chick craft ideas. They are especially suitable for spring and Easter activities.

Egg Carton Caterpillars

Caterpillars are one of the most recognizable egg carton crafts. Try these caterpillar egg carton crafts.

You can also explore this egg carton caterpillar tutorial and another egg carton caterpillar craft tutorial.

Egg Carton Insect Crafts

Egg cartons can also be transformed into colorful insects.

Try these DIY egg carton ladybug crafts or make ladybugs from egg cartons.

You can also create a bee with an egg carton or explore these egg carton spider craft projects.