[Summer Vacation Crafts] Not just make-and-done! A collection of practical ideas you can use every day

cotton ball lights

How to make a lampshade *How to make lamp shade*

A lamp shade with a soft, round texture that’s adorably charming.

It’s nice that you can make it just by inflating a water balloon, wrapping colorful cotton yarn around it, and letting it dry.

What you’ll need: water balloons, cotton yarn, glue, LED string lights, batteries, and a brush.

For the paste to stick the yarn, put glue in a container, add a little water, and brush it on.

After letting it dry completely for 1–2 days, pop the balloon inside and it’s done.

Make several in different colors for a vibrant piece that fits perfectly into your interior decor.

Using jute twine instead of cotton yarn will give it a different look.

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hiyori

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cardboard table

How to Make a Multi-Purpose Cardboard Bed Table – DIY Home – Guidecentral

This is a table that combines simplicity and sturdiness, with legs made from plastic wrap cores attached to a cardboard tabletop.

Holes are punched in the corners of the cardboard, and the wrap cores are inserted to form the table shape.

A notable detail is that the tabletop is made by stacking two sheets of cardboard, which not only makes it sturdy enough to place items on but also secures the legs firmly.

Circular pieces of thick paper are attached over the holes in the wrap cores, creating a structure that allows the holes to be used as pen holders, and so on.

It also seems fun to adjust elements like the placement of the holes in the cardboard or the height of the wrap cores to suit different uses.

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kappamaki

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handheld vacuum cleaner

[At-Home Independent Study Dojo] “The Handy Vacuum Cleaner” Edition (How to Make a Handy Vacuum Cleaner)

A practical DIY idea: a plastic bottle handheld vacuum! It’s recommended for anyone who wants to try electronic projects.

Attach a cup holder fitted with a motor and propeller to a plastic bottle with the bottom cut off.

Use soundproofing tape to secure it firmly.

After that, connect the motor and a battery-powered switch with wires, and you’re done.

To ensure it actually sucks properly, precision in making the propeller is crucial.

Carefully check ruler markings and build it to the exact dimensions!

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Araki Jakkan

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accessory case

A handy small-item case craft using an empty tissue box

Here are some ideas for making a small accessory case that lets you showcase your individuality.

The process has three main steps.

First, remove the plastic from the opening.

If you push as you apply force, it will come off cleanly.

Next, make slits at the key points and shape it into a small container.

Finally, add decorations as you like to finish.

Try making your own unique case by pasting origami paper or adding stickers.

Since you decide the design yourself, you’ll likely feel even more attached to it.

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yamamoto

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withdrawal; drawer

DIY a Demon Slayer tissue box into a drawer!

How about making some drawers—an idea that’s super practical? First, prepare some empty tissue boxes.

The number of shelves (tiers) will be half the number of boxes you have, so gather as many as you like.

Then combine them so that one box forms the side panel and the other becomes the drawer part.

After that, stack them and attach handles to finish.

You can find handles at 100-yen shops.

You can decorate them if you like, but it’s also recommended to keep the original box designs and turn them into drawers as-is.

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yamamoto

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