64 Fun Things To Do With A Pool Noodle

Pool Noodles, image by istockphoto
Pool Noodles are a ton of fun to use! Even though they are intended as pool toys, there is so much you can do with them. With a little creativity, you can make just about anything with pool noodles!

Updated again, we’ll keep adding to it as long as you keep coming up with creative ways to use our regular Pool Noodles, or our Jumbo Pool Noodles!


Pool Noodle Rainbow, by Amy Greathead RainbowArtTeacher

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Pool Noodle Flip Flop Costumes, by Pepper & Buttons

Pool Noodle Hobby Horses, by Buzzcuts & Ponytails

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Pool Noodle Toss Game, Kiwico

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Noodle Hoops, taped to closet doors – thanks, Pinterest

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Noodle Kneeling Pad, for gardening or weeding, or meditation; by Space Classroom

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Social Distancing Pool Noodle Hat by shutupandtakemymoney.com

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Halloween Spider Costume from Jill Fitzgibbons, posted onto blog.sfgate.com

Halloween Spider Costume from Jill Fitzgibbons, posted onto blog.sfgate.com

Pool Noodle Campfire from Crafty-Crafty, via Pinterest

Pool Noodle Campfire from Crafty-Crafty, via Pinterest

Pool Noodle Car Rack Protectors from The Family Handyman

Pool Noodle Car Rack Protectors from The Family Handyman

Pool Noodle Paint Brush Holder, by The Family Handyman

Pool Noodle Paint Brush Holder, by The Family Handyman 

Pool Noodle Tentacle Props from Propnomicon

Pool Noodle Tentacle Props from Propnomicon

Pool Noodle Baby Crib Rail Bumpers, covered in cloth, by babyneedlist.com

Pool Noodle Baby Crib Rail Bumpers, covered in cloth, by babyneedlist.com

Pool Noodle Toddler Counter Bumpers, by Joellyn Benjamin Clark via Pinterest

Pool Noodle Toddler Counter Bumpers, by Joellyn Benjamin Clark via Pinterest

Pool Noodle Child Seat Belt Pad, by csnbaby.com via pinterest

Pool Noodle Child Seat Belt Pad, by csnbaby.com via pinterest

Pool Noodle Car Door Bumper, by Joe Truini with Todayshomeowner.com

Pool Noodle Car Door Bumper, by Joe Truini with Todayshomeowner.com

Pool Noodle UnderSea Coral Reef Prop from kidzoro.com, via pinterest

Pool Noodle UnderSea Coral Reef Prop from kidzoro.com, via pinterest

Pool Noodle Candles with LED lights,  from shinyflowersmodel.com

Pool Noodle Candles with LED lights,  from shinyflowersmodel.com

Pool Noodle Sprinkler connected to garden hose, by Make It and Love It

Pool Noodle Sprinkler connected to garden hose, by Make It and Love It

Pool Noodle Bed Edge Bumpers for Kids, from Baby Needs, via pinterest

Pool Noodle Bed Edge Bumpers for Kids, from Baby Needs, via pinterest 

Pool Noodle Garden Stakes to support young plants, from Faithtap.com

Pool Noodle Garden Stakes to support young plants, from Faithtap.com

Pool Noodle Clothes Hangers, by How Does She pool noodle article

Pool Noodle Clothes Hangers, by How Does She pool noodle article 

Pool Noodle Holiday Wreath, article from Goodhousekeeping.com via pinterest

Pool Noodle Holiday Wreath, article from Goodhousekeeping.com via pinterest

Pool Noodle Rosary from Catholic Icing

 Pool Noodle Rosary from Catholic Icing

Pool Noodle Boot Stands, from Lesley Braate, via pinterest

Pool Noodle Boot Stands, from Lesley Braate, via pinterest

Pool Noodle Lollipops by Leslie Welch, article by Trollox.com

Pool Noodle Lollipops by Leslie Welch, article by Trollox.com

Pool Noodle Faucet Extension by Christine Tang via pinterest

Pool Noodle Faucet Extension by Christine Tang via pinterest

Pool Noodle Elf Legs by Julie Knotts via pinterest 

Pool Noodle Elf Legs by Julie Knotts via pinterest 

Pool Noodle Christmas Tree Watering Tube, by Ashley Langston, via pinterest

Pool Noodle Christmas Tree Watering Tube, by Ashley Langston, via pinterest

Football Goal Posts, from FamilyFun, now Spoonful.com. Just use wood or steel stakes to hold noodles in the ground.

Football Goal Posts, from FamilyFun, now Spoonful.com. Just use wood or steel stakes to hold noodles in the ground.

Kick Croquet Lawn Game, by Inner Child Fun, is a fun game for kids to burn off some energy.

Kick Croquet Lawn Game, by Inner Child Fun, is a fun game for kids to burn off some energy.

Pool Noodle Ring Toss game, from the Joys of Boys, with instructions on 5 summer pool noodle Activities

Pool Noodle Ring Toss game, from the Joys of Boys, with instructions on 5 summer pool noodle Activities

Headboard for kid’s bed, from FamilyFun, now Spoonful.com.

Headboard for kid's bed, from FamilyFun, now Spoonful.com.

Trampoline Spring Protectors, from SoSickWithIt.com on their page of simple ideas that are borderline genius!

Trampoline Spring Protectors, from SoSickWithIt.com on their page of simple ideas that are borderline genius!

Backyard Water Park ideas; from Event Horizons comes Noodle Sprinklers, with detailed pics on construction.

Backyard Water Park ideas; from Event Horizons comes Noodle Sprinklers, with detailed pics on construction.

Floating Pool Shade, from MyHusbandisCrazy.com, made from pvc pipe and pool noodles.

Floating Pool Shade, from MyHusbandisCrazy.com, made from pvc pipe and pool noodles.

Floating In-Pool Table, from Lifehacker, made from a cutting board and a pool noodle.

Floating In-Pool Table, from Lifehacker, made from a cutting board and a pool noodle.

Noodley Beverage Boat, from Instructables.com, made from a plastic storage box, string, and a pool noodle.

Noodley Beverage Boat, from Instructables.com, made from a plastic storage box, string, and a pool noodle

Pool Noodle Javelin Toss is from the Hallmark Channel, with complete instructions on how to make it with 8 pool noodles.

Pool Noodle Javelin Toss is from the Hallmark Channel, with complete instructions on how to make it with 8 pool noodles.

Shopping Cart Bumper, from Living My LIfe on Purpose, safe and sanitary!

Shopping Cart Bumper, from Living My LIfe on Purpose, safe and sanitary!

Pool Noodle Raft, from the Headley House, could be a lifesaver if marooned on a desert island!

Pool Noodle Raft, from the Headley House, could be a lifesaver if marooned on a desert island!

Flip Flop Wreath, from Fox Hollow Cottage, shows how to make a pool noodle wreath, for any season!

Flip Flop Wreath, from Fox Hollow Cottage, shows how to make a pool noodle wreath, for any season!

Pool Noodle Garland, from Dollar Store Mom, can be used for any occassion, indoors or outdoors.

Pool Noodle Garland, from Dollar Store Mom, can be used for any occassion, indoors or outdoors.

Marble Race Track, from HomeSpun Threads, easy to make race track.

Marble Race Track, from HomeSpun Threads, easy to make race track.

Birthday Candles, from Life Scraps and Patches, are reusable, year after year, for everyone’s big day!

Birthday Candles, from Life Scraps and Patches, are reusable, year after year, for everyone's big day! 

You can use Pool Noodles in the Pool! You can use Pool Noodles in the Pool!

Star Wars light sabers. See more info on Disney.com

Star Wars light sabers. See more info on Disney.com
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Pool noodle luminaries. All you need is a pool noodle and some battery operated tea light candles. Just cut sections of the pool noodle, wrap some saran wrap around the bottom of the tea light to catch any wax, push inside pool noodle, and voila! For detailed instructions, visit createcraftlove.com

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Pool noodle race track. Have kids that love matchbox cars? Why not make them a homemade race track!? It’s easy and lot of fun! Just slice a noodle lengthwise, using a serrated knife and then pin them together with toothpicks! See more at Ramblings from Utopia

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Pool noodle napkin rings. These are so cute! All you need are pool noodles and napkins. Just cut the pool noodles in about ¾ inch sections, and there you have it! Cute little napkin rings! (Especially if you use the type of pool noodles that look like flowers!) More ideas at Sew Many Ways

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Pool noodle goal post. This one’s really easy, and only requires pool noodles, pool noodle connectors, and a dowel rod! With just a bit of work, you’ll be ready to play tons of sports games with your homemade goal posts. Get the full details how to make it at My Frugal Adventures

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Pool noodle riding pony. These are so much fun! They’re easy to make and customize, too! With just a few basic materials including felt, pool noodles, twine, and googly eyes, you’re on your way to your very own riding pony! Kids can have hours of fun with these. Want more Crazy Little Projects?

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Pool noodle bed rails. For those restless sleepers that frequently end up on the floor, try a pool noodle or two under the sheets at the edge of the bed to keep them from rolling over the edge of the bed. Use Big pool noodles. Another great hint from the mind of Hint Mama

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Pool noodle door stoppers. This is a great way to prevent slammed doors and pinched fingers. Just fit a section of pool noodle on the edge of a door to keep it from slamming. (Or use it on the bottom to prevent drafts from under the door!) Make it with a saw and sandpaper; from Muslin and Merlot

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Pool noodle flower curtain. For an adorably cute curtain for any doorway in your home, all you need is some thread, beads, and a couple flower shaped pool noodles. Just cut the noodles in thin sections and string with the thread. By MakeZine

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Pool noodle drink straws. Having a party? How about making some cute drinking straws for your guests? This one’s really easy! Just cut 1/2” segments and poke a pencil through to make a hole for the straw! See this and more at Premeditated Leftovers

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Pool noodle paint brush holder. Doing any painting around the house? Keep your brushes out of the paint, or wet in water with a pool noodle on the edge of a paint tray or bucket. Cut some slits into it for an easy, mess free way to keep brushes wet between use. Instructables

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Pool noodle paint stamps. Did someone say paint? Try cutting up different shapes in pool noodle foam to make paint stamps to use on walls, fabric or paper. The possibilities are endless when you make your own paint stamps! From Optimistic Mommy

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Pool noodle sprinkler. After all the painting, what better way to rinse off than in a sprinkler!? You can make a pool noodle sprinkler or a garden sprinkler with just a few simple items. Super fun and useful for the whole family! See more details at ZiggityZoom

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Pool noodle bike wash. For the even more ambitious, check out how to use pool noodles to make this totally awesome bike wash station! You’ll be the talk of the entire neighborhood! Maybe you can even make a little extra cash ~ Full instructions on how to make a drive thru bike wash can be found at DesignMom

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Pool noodle tree swing. Have a tree with a branch strong enough to hold a swing? Just use some heavy rope, a pool noodle, and some knots, and there you have it! Looks a lot more comfortable than a old tire. Put your own pool noodle rope swing over the pool! Find more fun ideas at Simply Natural Mom

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Pool noodle raft. One of the best things to do with a noodle is to float in the pool! Why not make your very own raft? All you need are noodles and some rope or heavy string to hold them together! If you really want to get creative, take a look at how to make a pirate ship raft! By Alissa Roberts

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Pool noodle throne. Maybe getting in the water isn’t really your thing. Why not make yourself a throne for sitting poolside? Be the King, or Queen. Really, there’s no end to the many uses for the noble pool noodle. Fit for a King!

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Pool noodle toilet seat. Everyone knows how awkward it can be when there’s no outhouse nearby. Well with your very own homemade noodle toilet seat, you’ll never have to worry again! Check out how to make your own at Homestead Survival

Hopefully this gave you some great ideas to get you started, and don’t forget, there are endless possibilities of what you can create using pool noodles and your imagination! Maybe you’ll even come up with some new ideas of your own! What’s your favorite?

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6 thoughts on “64 Fun Things To Do With A Pool Noodle

  1. Krissy sharp

    I have a 44,000 gallon pool and I can not get it cleared up. Its cloudy in the middle and clear around the sides. I can see straight down on the sides of the pool. After trying everything I can think of and what the pool companies have told me. I put algaecide in it yesterday morning thinking well nothing is working maybe I need algaecide. My ph levels were 7.6 and my free chlorine and chlorine levels were normal as well. The pool now has a strong chemical smell about 16 hours after algaecide and if you jump in it has bubbles. Any suggestions on what I can do?

    • Hi Krissy, that smell and bubbles are from a Quaternary algaecide type. Polymer types, or copper types don’t have that odor or foam. So, that’s normal. For the cloudy water, look to your filter. Is it being run long enough each day? Run 24/7 until it clears… 44K is a big pool, is the filter also big? Is the filter media old? (sand or cartridges). I assume that you have tried a Clarifier?

      • Yes I’ve tried clarifier several different times. We just bought a new filter system for it. The guy that sold it to us told us it was plenty big. Its a glass filter system the water looks like it shots anout half way across the pool and we run the system 24/7 its been running like that since May

        • For a 44K pool, I would think the filter should be 27″ diameter, or even 30″. A 24″ tank could be too small, for situations like this. Water shooting across the pool? Perhaps the pump is too large for the filter? Just a thought, that would cause water clarity issues, if the pump was pushing water too fast thru the sand, or is exceeding the filter design flow rate, printed on the filter label.
          One ides is to add a cup of alum to the skimmer – I think Leslie’s sells it https://blog.intheswim.com/how-to-use-alum-flocculant-in-pools/ Aluminum Sulfate. Another idea is to use a pool filter cleaner.

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