Craft Ideas With Stuff Around The House
Being stuck at home can be boring, but it can also be an opportunity to get creative with the things you have lying around your house. With a little imagination, you can turn everyday items into unique and useful crafts. Here are some craft ideas to get you started:
1. Mason Jar Organizer
Do you have some spare mason jars lying around? Why not turn them into a useful organizer? Simply glue the lids to a piece of wood, and then screw the jars onto the lids. You can use this to store anything from pens and pencils to makeup brushes.
2. Wine Cork Coasters
Have you been saving up your wine corks? Turn them into coasters! All you need to do is glue the corks together in a pattern and then attach a piece of cork or felt to the bottom to protect your surfaces.
3. Magazine Collage Art
Do you have some old magazines lying around? Cut out your favourite images and words and create a collage on a canvas or piece of paper. This is a great way to create unique and personalised art for your home.
4. Clothespin Photo Display
Want a unique way to display your photos? Use clothespins! Simply attach them to a piece of string or wire and then hang your photos from them. You can even decorate the clothespins with paint or glitter.
5. T-Shirt Tote Bag
Do you have some old t-shirts that you no longer wear? Turn them into a tote bag! Simply cut off the sleeves and neckline, and then sew the bottom closed. You can use this bag for groceries or as a beach bag.
6. CD Mosaic
Do you have some old CDs lying around? Turn them into a mosaic! Cut them into small pieces and then glue them onto a surface to create a unique and colourful piece of art.
7. Cork Board Organizer
Do you have a lot of papers and notes lying around? Use a cork board to get organised! You can decorate the cork board with paint or fabric, and then use push pins to attach your papers and notes.
8. Book Page Wreath
Do you have an old book that you no longer read? Turn it into a wreath! Simply cut out pages and then fold them into a fan shape. Glue them onto a wreath form to create a unique and literary decoration.
9. Egg Carton Flowers
Do you have an empty egg carton? Turn it into flowers! Cut out the individual cups and then paint them in bright colours. Glue them onto a stem to create a unique and colourful bouquet.
10. Popsicle Stick Picture Frame
Do you have some popsicle sticks lying around? Turn them into a picture frame! Glue them together in a square shape and then decorate them with paint or glitter. Attach a photo to the back to complete the frame.
11. Wine Bottle Vase
Do you have an empty wine bottle? Turn it into a vase! Simply clean the bottle and then decorate it with paint or ribbon. Fill it with water and your favourite flowers to create a unique and elegant decoration.
12. Magazine Holder
Do you have a lot of magazines lying around? Use a cereal box to create a magazine holder! Simply cut off the top of the box and then cover it with paper or fabric. You can even decorate it with paint or stickers.
13. Button Art
Do you have a lot of buttons lying around? Use them to create art! Glue them onto a canvas or piece of paper to create a unique and colourful design.
14. Sock Puppets
Do you have some old socks? Turn them into puppets! Simply glue on some googly eyes and yarn for hair. You can even decorate them with paint or markers.
15. Paper Beads
Do you have some old magazines or newspapers? Turn them into beads! Simply cut them into long triangles and then roll them up tightly. Glue the end to keep the bead together.
16. Tin Can Lanterns
Do you have some empty tin cans? Turn them into lanterns! Use a hammer and nail to create a pattern of holes in the can. Then place a tea light candle inside and enjoy the beautiful glow.
17. Paper Flowers
Do you have some colourful paper lying around? Turn it into flowers! Simply cut out petal shapes and then glue them together. You can even attach them to a stem to create a bouquet.
18. CD Clock
Do you have an old CD that you no longer use? Turn it into a clock! Simply attach a clock mechanism to the centre of the CD and then decorate the outside with paint or markers.
19. Paper Lanterns
Do you have some colourful paper lying around? Turn it into lanterns! Simply cut out a lantern shape and then fold it up. Use a flameless candle or string lights to create a beautiful glow.
20. Paper Bag Stars
Do you have some brown paper bags? Turn them into stars! Simply cut out star shapes and then glue them together. You can even decorate them with paint or glitter.
21. Shoebox Charging Station
Do you have a lot of electronics that need charging? Use a shoebox to create a charging station! Simply cut holes in the side of the box for the cords to go through. You can even decorate the box with paint or stickers.
22. Paper Bag Pinata
Do you have a party coming up? Use a brown paper bag to create a pinata! Simply fill the bag with candy and then decorate it with paint or tissue paper. Hang it up and enjoy the fun.
23. Cardboard Box Playhouse
Do you have a big cardboard box? Turn it into a playhouse! Simply cut out windows and a door and then decorate it with paint or markers. Your kids will love playing in their new house.
24. Bottle Cap Magnets
Do you have some bottle caps lying around? Turn them into magnets! Glue a magnet to the back of the cap and then decorate the front with paint, stickers, or photos.
25. Paper Bag Book Cover
Do you have some brown paper bags lying around? Turn them into book covers! Simply cut out the shape of the book and then glue the bag onto the cover. You can even decorate the cover with paint or markers.
26. Mason Jar Candle Holders
Do you have some spare mason jars lying around? Turn them into candle holders! Simply fill the jar with sand or rocks and then place a tea light candle inside. You can even decorate the jar with paint or ribbon.
27. Paper Bag Puppets
Do you have some brown paper bags lying around? Turn them into puppets! Simply glue on some googly eyes and yarn for hair. You can even decorate them with paint or markers.
28. Toilet Paper Roll Art
Do you have some empty toilet paper rolls? Turn them into art! Simply cut them into small pieces and then glue them onto a surface to create a unique and colourful piece of art.
29. Egg Carton Caterpillar
Do you have an empty egg carton? Turn it into a caterpillar! Cut out the individual cups and then paint them in bright colours. Glue them together to create a cute and colourful caterpillar.
30. Paper Bag Masks
Do you have some brown paper bags lying around? Turn them into masks! Simply cut out eye holes and then decorate the mask with paint or markers. You can even attach a string to the sides to wear the mask.
