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They’re not going to need that bottle forever.
(Even if it sometimes feels that way.) This is 25 Clever Ways
to Repurpose Kids’ Stuff by Alanna Okun
1. Use Lego people to organize your cables.
2. Legos can also help you make sure you never forget your keys again.
I couldn’t bring myself to drill through a Lego piece (!)
but after raiding my sons Lego box
I found the perfect bit to attach the key to
(Lego part number 3176).
3. Turn an unneeded crib into a desk. Direction;
1. Cut two sheets of thick mdf to fit snugly into the mattress base
to provide a table top. 2. Chose thick strong board to strengthen
the desk should any small people climb, sit or stand on it.
And paint the boards with blackboard paint to create a chalkboard table top.
More info under this video.
4. A fold-down stroller can be used for way more than just baby transport.
Although you should ~probably~ remove your baby
from said stroller first.
5. Upcycled Fire Truck Lamp.
I took an old pre-loved fire truck toy, masked, sprayed and wired it to become a new
and slightly different table lamp. The ladder part of the truck moves
from left to right by a control lever on the truck,
making this a great desk or reading lamp, as the bulb can swing across to
where you would like it. I have used an energy saving globe lightbulb
to hang off the ladder and over the truck.
6. Turn a wagon into a portable planter. Find out more at This Old House.
7. Protect your phone or iPod with a Rainbow Loom case.
There are plenty of video tutorials you can send the Loomer in your life.
(Or make it yourself — that is addictive.)
Or Frame your Mirror like this
8. Store bedding around a pool noodle to prevent creases.
9. Make a pool noodle beverage float.
10. Or turn a pool noodle into a card holder. Sometimes parents
just have to stay up waaaaay later.
11. Use a Lego to make a capo in a pinch.
12. An unused diaper makes secure beachside storage.
Emphasis on “unused.”
13. Crayons can help disguise scuffs on leather. One thing you may not know
about me is I'm thrifty. Maybe even cheap
{God knew what he was doing when he matched me
with the most generous man on the planet}.
I grew up in a family of 11 kids, on a missionary budget,
so I come from frugal stock. I remember my mom using this trick
on a tiny pair of red shoes to make them last through multiple kids.
At my house I have a lot more crayons
than shoe-shine materials so this is my go-to fix-it.
{sharpies work too!}
14. Reuse baby bottles as spice jars or other small storage.
15. Same goes for baby food jars. 16. Repurpose toy planters or buy it at etsy
17. Turn an old toy into a birdhouse.
18. Old toys can also make great wall planters…
or new cabinet knobs
19. Or lamps. Chances are any plastic toy you find
will most likely be hollow, so just cut it in half (RIP)
and cut a smaller hole for the cord/drainage hole.
20. Craft Toyland Lamp If you have a bunch of toys all over,
maybe some that are broken or not working anymore so this is something that might fit.
With a simple table lamp base and glue gun, you can easily create something similar,
and then spray paint.
A beautiful art you can make with $2.99 Goodwill lamp
and $8.56 in toys. First: To make assembly easier
a few of my little plastic friends had to lose their tails
(poor things) and several had to lose the little plastic
bases that help them stand up.
The glue I used is Loctite Super Glue Gel Control
(4 bottles)... Here is the pre-prime red structure of it.
This really isn't a hard project, just a little time consuming.
I spent 3 or 4 hours chopping up pieces, trying out arrangements and gluing.
Another side shot...
After giving it a little while for the glue to fully set
(it recommends at least 5 minutes) I took it out to the garage
and hit it with the primer.
A few Close ups
and This is final result after
some final spray paint and dry brushing.
21. Just remember: some kids’ stuff just isn’t for grownups.
22. Repurpose Mason jars with old plastic toy animals
23. Make a wall-mountable jewelry. A fun and unique way to display your jewelry
collection, which replaces a messy tangle
in a humdrum jewelry box.
24. Repurpose Rubber Toys Instruction:
1. Mark where the plant opening should be and carefully cut
the shape out with box cutters. 2. Use a Dremel with a sanding tip
to clean up the open area (do this in a well ventilated area)
3. Paint the toy (optional) 4. Fill the cavity with soil
and add your plant.
Special for this; No need to cut into this toy,
just cover the hole For the faucet opening and
drill a hole to hang on a wall
And, 25. Craft Instant Hallway Hooks
Made from Blocks
Step 1: You will need a set of wooden Toy Blocks
($15.95 via Amazon), a drill, screws, paint, and masking tape,
which can all be found at your local hardware store.
Step 2: Leave the blocks in natural wood or paint
in a preferred color. Drill a hole into the back of the block,
insert the screw, and attach to the wall.
Above: A close-up of the surprisingly sophisticated-looking hallway block system
That’s it, Come back next week for more decorating ideas
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