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[100-Yen Store Crafts] Handmade ideas that captivate adults too. Stylish DIY/handmade.

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“I want to easily add a splash of color to my life!” but “I can’t come up with any ideas…” If that sounds like you, we recommend grown-up DIY projects using 100-yen shop items.

With combinations of materials like paper clay, dried flowers, and candles, you can create stylish pieces you’ll want to share on social media.

Enjoy taking your time with these projects in your free moments, and try turning them into decor for your room or gifts for someone special.

In this article, we’ll introduce simple, stylish craft ideas you can make using materials from 100-yen stores.

[Dollar Store Crafts] Handmade ideas that even adults will get hooked on. Stylish DIY (21–30)

Key rack made from 100-yen shop materials

[100-Yen DIY] Easy Craft: Key Rack and Accessory Holder – Summer Vacation DIY

Key rack made from 100-yen shop materials

This is a key rack packed with ideas, made using photo frames.

Prepare three identical photo frames: two will form the body and one will be the lid.

Start by making the body.

First, cut a cork sheet to fit the inside dimensions of a photo frame, apply a decorative remake sheet, and attach it to the first frame.

Next, glue the second frame on top of the first.

That completes the body.

Then, use hinges to connect the third frame to the body as a lid.

Finish by attaching an arch latch.

By inserting aluminum pins into the cork sheet, you can hang your keys on them.

It’s a creative project that turns photo frames into a key rack.

Try painting it or adding your own touches to make it uniquely yours.

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mini bag

[100-Yen DIY] Mini bags made from your favorite paper bags or design paper are super cute! Also great for supporting your faves♪ How to make a mini bag using design paper

mini bag

This mini bag, which can hold cards and small items, can be made using only supplies from a 100-yen shop! The main item you’ll use is a soft B6-size card case.

With a sheet of paper placed inside the case, cut it 3 cm down from the opening.

Next, remove the paper you put inside, cut a piece of decorative paper to the same size, and decorate it with stickers or other design paper as you like.

Then insert the decorated paper into the card case, use the offcut from the card case you first trimmed to make gusset pieces, and attach them.

Finally, add a snap or tuck lock to secure the flap, and you’re done.

There are quite a few steps, but you’ll end up with a very polished piece, so take your time and enjoy the process.

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[100-Yen Crafts] Handmade ideas adults will love. Stylish DIY (31–40)

hanger rack

[100-Yen DIY] You can make it using only 100-yen store items! A space-saving storage hanger rack!

hanger rack

Here’s an idea for a hanger rack you can make with a simple process.

We’ll break it into two steps.

First, use zip ties to fasten together items called wire lattice slim, which are like wire mesh panels, and set a slatted board (sunoko) so it fits into the mesh.

Imagine the wire mesh as the sides and the slatted board as the back.

Next, set another slatted board at the bottom, stand it upright, and you’re done.

The size is neither too big nor too small—just right.

It looks like something you can place in a small space and put to good use.

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Miniature house

Make a miniature loft

Miniature house

Miniature house making is also recommended for those who enjoy detailed work.

This involves combining small pieces of wood, fabric, and other materials to create a lifelike little home.

Because it requires delicate handling, having tweezers on hand will help the process go smoothly.

I hope you’ll enjoy not only the crafting but also the time spent imagining what kind of house to make.

Once it’s finished, arranging figurines inside and taking photos is part of the fun.

Give it a try!

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wagon

[100-Yen DIY] No tools or screws needed! An easy way for anyone to make a storage wagon that fits perfectly into gaps / Daiso / Seria / Housewife in her 50s

wagon

Having a wagon cart is really handy, isn’t it? It doesn’t take up as much space as a shelf, and it’s great that you can quickly roll it to wherever you need it.

Here, we’ll introduce an idea for a wagon you can make using items from a 100-yen shop—no screws or tools required.

It’s lightweight and comes with casters, so you can carry it anywhere! The materials are wire mesh, wooden slats (sunoko), zip ties, and casters.

Bend the wire frame to adjust the size, connect it with zip ties to create the wagon base, insert the wooden slats as dividers, and attach the casters to the bottom to finish.

Since it doesn’t support a lot of weight, use it as a wagon for light items like kitchen paper or tissues.

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An Unfading Carnation

How about an everlasting carnation for Mother’s Day? #100yenShop #Handmade #100YenDIY #Daiso #Seria

An Unfading Carnation

Here’s an idea for a Mother’s Day gift: carnations that never wilt.

You’ll need a paper cup, tissues, air-dry clay, tissue paper (for flowers), and cotton swabs.

First, crumple a few tissues and place them in the paper cup to raise the bottom.

Next, roll the air-dry clay into a ball and press it into the cup so it mounds slightly above the rim.

Finally, cut the tissue paper into 3 cm squares and use the cotton swabs to press the pieces into the clay—that’s it! The softly crinkled tissue looks adorable, just like real carnations.

The final step of inserting the tissue is fun to the touch, so be sure to try it.

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Iced Deco Cup

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Let’s make an “icy deco cup” using interior stones and a cup sold at 100-yen shops.

All you need is your favorite cup, interior stones, a hot glue gun, and any decorative parts you like.

It’s really simple to make—just use the glue gun to attach the interior stones and parts to the cup! If you choose clear, colorless parts to match the interior stones, the whole thing will look like an ice glass.

You can use store-bought parts, or if you’re good with resin, you can make your own.

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