[For Adults] Fun Craft Ideas Perfect for Killing Time
When you find yourself with some free time, how do you spend it?
Many people probably end up doing the same things they usually do, like playing mobile games or watching videos.
But this time, how about taking your eyes off your phone or tablet and trying a craft project?
In this article, we’ll introduce craft ideas that are perfect for adults looking to pass the time.
We’ve gathered a variety of projects—from ones you can try casually to those you can savor over a longer stretch.
Every now and then, try a digital detox and spend some peaceful time on something analog!
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[For Adults] Fun Craft Ideas Perfect for Killing Time (21–30)
Hemp twine lampshade
Lampshades made with jute twine look cool and very charming when displayed in a room, don’t they? The truth is, you can make one easily by hand.
Inflate a 6-inch balloon to the size you want for the lampshade and secure it, then brush on glue thinned with water.
Just like making papier-mâché, wrap the balloon with jute twine in your favorite color.
Use a brush to soak the twine with the adhesive as you go, wrapping it so it doesn’t unravel.
Once you’ve finished wrapping and the whole thing is completely dry, pop the balloon inside.
Cut out the opening for the light, remove any balloon pieces stuck to the twine, and you’re done.
A wind chime made of a paper cup and jute twine
Unique and stylish! Let me introduce an idea for a wind chime made with a paper cup and jute twine.
If you’re going to make a handmade wind chime, many of you probably want to create something that won’t be the same as anyone else’s.
This time, let’s make a wind chime using a paper cup and jute twine.
What you’ll need: a paper cup, measuring tape, wooden clips, masking tape, pencil, ruler, scissors, jute twine, glue, an awl, cotton swabs, lace, colored paper, a hole punch, cotton thread, tape, bells, beads, and so on.
Give it a try!
rope coaster
Easy to make! Here’s a DIY idea for a rope coaster.
First, draw a circle of your preferred size on a clear plastic file.
This circle will determine the size of your coaster.
After applying glue over the circle, start arranging the rope in a spiral from the center of the circle.
Once the entire circle is filled with rope, cut the rope and glue the ends together so it doesn’t unravel.
Press down on the rope from above to smooth the surface, then cut the clear file to match the size of the rope.
That’s it! Choose any rope color you like.
Aquarium snow globe
Let me introduce a refreshing aquarium-style snow globe.
Prepare liquid laundry starch (or glue), a sponge, a jar, miniature figures, ribbon, adhesive, glitter, and a chopstick.
Cut the sponge to the shape of the jar lid to make a base, then glue it in place.
Attach the figures onto the base using adhesive.
Put glitter into the jar, then add water and liquid laundry starch in a 1:1 ratio and mix well.
Close the jar with the lid that has the figures attached, making sure no air gets in, and you’re done.
Decorate it and create your own original snow globe!
Three-dimensional hydrangea
Make it with origami! Here are some ideas for creating three-dimensional hydrangeas.
It’s exciting to craft delicate, glamorous hydrangeas yourself, isn’t it? This time, how about making hydrangeas in your favorite colors using origami paper? You’ll need origami paper, Tant paper, a frame, a white pen, pearl beads, a craft knife, precision scissors, tweezers, glue, and a glue bottle, among other items.
It’s also a great project when you want to focus on making something, or when you want to create a seasonal gift.
square bag
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Let me introduce a square bag made with fluffy yarn.
We’ll use clear bag parts sold at 100-yen shops.
The bag parts will serve as the bottom of the bag.
Because they’re transparent, even though we use yarn, the bag still feels cool and airy.
Cut craft mesh, then stitch yarn onto the mesh with a needle so the yarn catches on the grid.
Connect the bag parts and the yarn-stitched mesh together with yarn.
For the handles, use chenille stems (pipe cleaners).
Adding pearls to the stems makes it even cuter.
Finish by attaching ruffles to the edge of the bag with double-sided tape.
It’s a breezy, lovely bag that both adults and kids will want to carry.
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.
