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

lint roller

Before you throw away an empty plastic wrap core, try making this! It lets you clean easily and neatly! [Lifestyle]

It’s not only fun to make, but it could also get kids to help with chores—the idea is a DIY lint roller.

You know that cleaning tool you roll over carpets? Keep that in mind.

First, prepare a cardboard tube from a roll of plastic wrap and cut it to about half its length.

Next, make several slits at both ends.

Finally, loop rubber bands around the tube so they bite into the slits, and you’re done.

As you roll it, the rubber bands will snag and pick up dirt.

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cardboard picture frame

[Cardboard Art / DIY] A Picture-Frame-Style Frame Made from Cardboard

Let’s try making a lovely frame to display photos, certificates, and commemorative items from marathons or volunteer activities—using cardboard.

Imagine a square frame measuring 30 cm on each side.

First, secure the space to hold the photo or certificate, then create beautiful embellishments around it.

Ideas are endless: a whirlwind-style frame with circular motifs, a mosaic look combining triangles and quadrilaterals, or a design like torn-paper art using colorful pieces of cardboard.

It’s also worth noting that simply combining gold and silver paint can make cardboard look metallic.

Show off your sense of style to the fullest!

Beaded ball hair tie

[Easy!] How to Make a Beaded Ball Hair Tie ♪ For Beginners/Kids/12 Beads

Let’s try making a hair tie embellished with beaded balls.

Since it’s an accessory based on a hair tie, it’s easy to incorporate into everyday fashion and a great way to add a personal touch.

The steps are very simple: string the beads together with fishing line (nylon thread), then attach the beaded strand to the hair tie, and you’re done.

Think about the colors and combinations of the beads to create a cute accessory.

You can also expand your design options by varying the bead sizes and the color of the hair tie itself.

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paper lampshade

[Paper Lampshade] Let's try it together at home: 'A Cute, Round Lampshade'

Let’s make your own lampshade that perfectly suits your room’s interior and enjoy its soft light.

By being particular about the materials and colors you use, you can create a cute, personalized lampshade.

Brush glue onto an inflated balloon, then apply shoji paper or colored paper over it.

Once you’ve covered the whole surface and it has dried, pop the balloon and remove it from the inside to finish.

As you layer the paper, keep in mind how the light will change color when it passes through the shade.

If you overlap too much, it will block the light, so aim for just the right balance as you work.

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perpetual calendar

Excel [Practical] Create a Perpetual Calendar Using Only Formulas! You Can Also Enter Events!

Let’s make an economical, innovative perpetual calendar so you won’t need to buy a new calendar every year! Use five cube-shaped wooden blocks from a 100-yen shop.

Prepare paint in your favorite color, number and alphabet stickers, and glue.

Paint the blocks in your chosen color, and once they’re dry, add numbers for the date and letters for the day of the week.

Since sticker adhesive alone can be weak, apply glue before placing the stickers.

Instead of stickers, you can also use stencils or write directly on the blocks.

It would make a great gift, too.

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