Tin Can Organizer

Materials:

1. Tin cans
2. colorful paper or paint
3. Glue
4. (Optional) stickers

Show Steps

1. Wash and dry the tin cans thoroughly.
2. Remove sharp edges (optional: file them down).
3. Decorate with paint, paper, or washi tape.
4. Stack or glue them together in a row or pyramid.
5. Let dry and use it to organize your desk items!

T-Shirt Tote Bag

Materials:

1. 1 old T-shirt (preferably a thick cotton shirt)
2. Scissors
3. Needle and thread (optional, for sewing version)

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No-Sew Version

1. Lay the T-shirt flat on a table.
2. Cut off the sleeves, follow the sleeve seam.
3. Cut a deeper neckline to make the bag opening.
4. Decide how deep you want the bag, then cut vertical strips (1-2cm wide) at the bottom of the shirt, front and back together.
5. Tie the front and back strips together in double knots all the way across.
6. (Optional) Tie two extra knots between each pair for a tigther bottom.

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Sewing Version

1. Cut off sleeves and neckline like above.
2. Turn the shirt inside out.
3. Sew a straight line across the bottom
4. Turn it back the right way.

Plastic Bottle Planter

Materials:

1. 1 empty plastic bottle (any size)
2. Scissors or craft knife
3. Acrylic paint or permanent markers
4. Soil and small plant or seeds
5. (Optional) Googly eyes, twine, or stickers for decoration

Show Steps

1. Clean the bottle and remove any labels.
2. Cut the bottle in half or cut out a U-shape for an opening (depends on style).
3. Poke small holes at the bottom for drainage.
4. Decorate the outside and plant your flower, succulent, or herb.
5. (Optional) Tie a string on both ends to hang it like a hanging planter.

Jar Latern

Materials:

1. Clean glass jar (e.g. jam jar or mason jar)
2. Tea light or LED candle
3. Wire or string (for handle/hanging, optional)
4. Acrylic paint, glass markers, or tissue paper
5. Glue or Mod Podge
6. Paintbrush or sponge
7. Decorations: glitter, lace, leaves, stickers (optional)

Show Steps

1. Clean and dry your glass jar thoroughly.
2. Decorate the out of the jar:
3. Let everything dry completely.
4. (Optional) Wrap wire around the jar's rim to make a handle for hanging.
5. Place a tea light or LED candle inside the jar.
6. Light it up and enjoy!

CD Mosaic Art

Materials:

1. Old or scratched CDs
2. Scissors
3. Strong glue
4. Cardboard, canvas, wooden frame, or old photo frame (for base)
5. Pencil
6. (Optional) tweezers

Show Steps

1. Clean your old CDs to remove dust or labels
2. Cut the CDs carefully into small pieces (triangles, squares, etc.)
3. Sketch a design or pattern on your base (heart, rainbow, abstract, etc.).
4. Glue the CD pieces shiny-side-up onto the design like a mosaic.
5. (Optional) Add a background color before gluing or after finishing.
6. Let the glue dry completely before moving or hanging it.

Jar Snow Globe

Materials:

1. 1 small clear jar with a tight lid
2. Small waterproof figurine or toy
3. Waterproof glue or strong hot glue
4. Distilled water
5. Glitter (or fake snow)
6. Glycerin (Optional, helps glitter float better)

Show Steps

1. Choose a small waterproof figurine and glue it to the inside of the jar lid. Let it dry completely.
2. Fill the jar almost to the top with distilled water.
3. Add a few drops of glycerin (optional), this slows the glitter falling.
4. Sprinkle in glitter (don't use too much).
5. Screw the lid on tightly. You can seal it with glue to avoid leaks.

Paper Roll Phone Stand

Materials:

1. Empty toilet paper roll
2. Scissors or craft knife
3. Decorative paper, paint, or washi tape
4. (Optional) Push pins, buttons, or beads for legs

Show Steps

1. Flatten the paper roll gently to make cutting easier.
2. Cut a horizontal slit at the top, wide enough for your phone to sit in (about 1.5cm deep).
3. Decorate the outside using washi tape, paint or wrapping paper.
4. (Optional) Add 4 push pins or buttons at the bottom as legs to stabilize it.
5. Place your phone in the slit, it should sit nicely for hands-free use!

Egg Carton Flowers

Materials:

1. Empty egg cartons (paper type)
2. Scissors
3. Paint and brushes
4. Glue
5. Pipe cleaners, straw, or sticks (for stems)
6. Beads or button (optional for the flower centers)

Show Steps

1. Cut out the individual cups from the egg carton.
2. Trim and shape each cup to resemble flower petals (round, pointed, or wavy edges).
3. Paint the "flowers" with bright colors and let them dry.
4. Glue a bead or button in the center (optional).
5. Attach a pipe cleaner, straw, or stick to the base as the stem.
6. Arrange them in a jar or vase as a colorful recycled bouquet!

Cereal Box Drawer Organizer

Materials:

1. Empty cereal boxes (3 or more)
2. Scissors or craft knife
3. Ruler and pencil
4. Decorative paper or wrapping paper
5. Glue or double-sided tape

Show Steps

1. Cut the cereal boxes into different heights depending on what you want to store (pens, sticky notes, clips, etc).
2. Use a ruler to measure and mark lines before cutting to keep it neat.
3. Wrap the outside of each cut box with decorative paper and glue it down smoothly.
4. Arrange the boxes like puzzle pieces in a drawer (or glue them together into one unit).
5. Fill with your stationary or desk supplies!

Mini Garden in Plastic Bottles

Materials:

1. Empty plastic bottles (1.5L or 2L)
2. Scissors or a craft knife
3. Soil
4. Small plants, herbs, or seeds
5. Acrylic paint or washi tape (optional for decorating)
6. String or rope (if hanging)

Show Steps

1. Cut the bottle horizontally to create a long trough or cut out a side panel (like a mini planter box).
2. Poke small holes at the bottom for drainage.
3. (Optional) Decorate the outside with paint, stickers, or tape.
4. Fill with soil, then add small plants or seeds.
5. (Optional) Tie string through the ends and hang it on a balcony or window grill.
6. Water lightly and place it where it gets some sunlight.

Bottle Cap Magnets

Materials:

1. Bottle caps (metal or plastic)
2. Small decorative images or stickers
3. Glue
4. Magnets

Show Steps

1. Cut images to fit inside the caps.
2. Glue them in and let dry.
3. Attach a magnet to the back with glue.

Light Bulb Terrarium

Materials:

1. Burnt-out clear light bulb
2. Tweezers
3. Small pebbles
4. Moss or tiny plant

Show Steps

1. Carefully remove the metal base and inner parts of the bulb.
2. Add pebbles and moss using tweezers.
3. Display it upright and hanging with wire.