Category: Crafts

Yarn Bowl

Recycle an old lamp shade, even a misshapen one. Wrap yarn around, and around until the sides are covered. Tie to secure. Cute and hip!  via

Yin Yang Pillow Boxes

 

Print out the square template onto two colors of paper or cardstock. Cut out the small slits and holes in the Yin-Yang pattern and then cut around the edges.

How to Make Yin-Yang Pillow Boxes

How to Make Yin-Yang Pillow Boxes

Slide the units partially together on one side.

How to Make Yin-Yang Pillow Boxes

Repeat for the other 3 sides.

How to Make Yin-Yang Pillow Boxes

Now slide the units into each other.

How to Make Yin-Yang Pillow Boxes

The completed box would make a great box for holding a small Christmas present.

How to Make Yin-Yang Pillow Boxesvia

Juice Carton Wallet

  • Half gallon milk or juice carton with plastic cap, rinsed
  • Scissors
  • Paper towels
  • Tape
  • Wallet Template
  • Ballpoint pen
  • Ruler
  • Craft knife (optional)
  • Butter knife

Instructions
  1. Carton Wallet - Step 1 Cut open the carton so it lies flat, as shown; put aside the cap for now. Dry the inside with the paper towels. Tape the template on top of the carton so that the top circle lines up with the spout. Mark the outline of the template with a ballpoint pen. Using firm pressure, trace the lower circle and the dotted lines of the template so that they transfer to the carton. (This will score the lines for easier folding.) A ruler will help you mark the straight lines. Cut out the shape from the carton.
  2. Carton Wallet - Step 2 Use scissors to cut out the lower circle as marked. (Tip: To make cutting out the circle easier, first make an X with a craft knife.) Use a ruler and a butter knife to further score the fold lines.
  3. Carton Wallet - Step 3 Following the fold lines you marked, create an accordion fold on each side of the wallet.
  4. Carton Wallet - Step 4 Tightly squeeze the accordion folds. Fold the top flap down, pushing the spout through the hole. Screw on the cap to keep the flap in place.