What to make from cans of chips. Crafts from chip cans
Everyone's favorite Pringles chips differ from their analogues not only in their cost, but also in their original packaging, which in the right hands can get a “second life.” An original organizer, a unique vase, a box, a toy, a dispenser - and these are not all the options.
Gift wrapping
An original gift for Valentine's Day or New Year will be homemade chocolate cupcakes, and you can pack such a gift in a jar Pringles chips. After chips, the packaging must be washed to remove any residues and odors. Then you need to carefully cover the jar with decorating paper. The paper joints can be hidden under satin ribbon. Now the cupcakes need to be stacked on top of each other, placing them with parchment paper. If there are beads, braid or stickers left, then it is worth decorating the lid of the jar.
Storing cotton pads
To make a cotton pad holder from a chip jar you will need:
- decorative cardboard or paper with a pattern;
- Glue (PVA or pencil);
- decor (rhinestones, beads, shells, sequins);
- cutter.
First, the jar of chips must be thoroughly washed to get rid of the persistent smell and residues of chips. Cardboard or a sheet of paper is cut according to the size of the can. The workpiece must exactly match the dimensions of the container body. Then the workpiece is securely glued to the base. At the bottom of the jar, you need to cut a hole for removing the discs: it needs to be made wider so that your fingers can easily remove the discs. Now that the base is ready, you can decorate it as you wish. Such an organizer can become an original gift for the young fashionista.
Container for spokes
Handy crafters will also appreciate the convenient container. To make a stand you need:
- paper for decoration;
- textile;
- threads;
- braid;
- glue;
- sponge.
A clean jar is wrapped in colored paper, securing the ends with glue. Uneven joints can be hidden under the tape. A piece of fabric is folded in half and stitched across, forming pockets. The pockets are then glued or sewn to the container. A sponge is inserted into the organizer or holes of the required diameter are made in the lid. Now your knitting needles or crochet hooks will always be in their place.
Organizer for pencils and markers
To really do convenient organizer for stationery items, it is better to take not one, but several cans of chips. To make an organizer you need:
- up to 6 cans of chips;
- colored paper(gift, wrapping);
- superglue.
All jars must be thoroughly rinsed and dried. Each package must be carefully covered with colored paper. Now they create and connect a pyramid - a lower tier of three cans, each of which is connected to the next one with superglue. The middle tier consists of two cans that are connected to each other and to the lower tier with glue. Top tier – one package. For convenience, the pyramid can be formed with ledges - the upper tier is shorter than the lower one.
Basis for making candles
Packaging for chips is an original form for a future candle. In addition to packaging you will need:
- wax base (paraffin);
- pencil;
- wick;
- flavoring;
- tweezers, spoon;
- decorative elements (dried flowers).
A bowl of paraffin is placed on steam bath. When the material begins to melt (you need to make sure that the liquid mass does not boil), add flavoring. A wick is attached to the pencil, then it is placed on a Pringles can and liquid paraffin is poured into the can. After 3-4 hours the candle will harden. Now you need to carefully remove the candle from the mold. If you can’t remove it, you’ll have to cut the can. All that remains is to do the decoupage. Dried flowers are picked up with tweezers and applied to the desired place on the candle. Imprint the decor with a hot spoon.
Napkin holder
You can surprise your friends with an original napkin holder, which right moment will be at hand. For a unique design you will need:
- priming;
- priming roller;
- acrylic coating (varnish);
- file;
- brush.
The jar needs to be washed well and primed twice, allowing each layer to dry thoroughly. Then you need to cut out the necessary motifs from the base (for example, with a beautiful paper napkin). They are laid out face down on the file. The motifs are moistened generously with water on top. Then the file is turned over and the moistened motifs are placed on the jar. The file needs to be leveled, removing air bubbles. The next step is to carefully delete the file. All that remains is to cover the finished jar with acrylic varnish and make a hole in the lid for napkins.
Pasta jar
An empty chip container makes a handy spaghetti jar. To decorate, you need to take beautiful paper, double-sided tape and braid (in principle, any decor can be suitable, depending on your imagination). You need to wrap a washed chip jar with colored paper and secure the ends of the paper with a thin strip of tape. The joints are decorated with braid or flying tape. This easy-to-use packaging will prevent spaghetti from breaking or falling apart in the cupboard.
We haven't talked about all the options for using the Pringles chips container - it can become a storage place for kitchen knives and summer shoes, a princess castle or a racing car. And if you have a dozen shiny stones and holographic paper, then you can become a wizard by making a kaleidoscope for your child.
Surely many have come across Pringles chips in stores - these are the ones that are sold in such an elongated jar, due to which they are more expensive. So, few people have thought about what can be done from a Pringles can when it is empty of chips. In fact, there are a lot of ideas, starting from storage containers and ending with some cool and universal organizer. In today's material, we will look at several very interesting and simple ideas, which will help you turn an empty can of chips into something more original. Let's go!
Gift packaging
So, the first thing you can make from a Pringles can is - gift wrapping. At first glance, it may seem that a can of chips would not make a good gift box, but this is not true. All you need is a little creativity, imagination, and materials for decoration. For example, if you take a little gift paper, carefully glue it to the jar, perform a little magic on the lid, then you can get a very interesting and beautiful packaging for any present.
Note: be sure to remember to wash the inside of the jar so that the smell of chips does not remain in it.
Candle mold
What else can you make from a Pringles can? How about a candle making mold? Yes, this is also possible, and the candles turn out smooth, neat, and most importantly, they are very easy to remove from the jar when the wax has completely hardened. It is also impossible not to say that when making candles of this size, the user can use his imagination and make, for example, a multi-layer, multi-colored candle with different flavors.
Storage container
Coming third on the list of things you can make from a Pringles can is a storage container. It sounds simple enough, because the jar only needs to be washed, after which it can be used immediately. So yes, but don’t forget about the creative approach. If you use the same gift wrapping paper, you can get a completely different result. Here, for example, is how a storage container is designed pasta.
Also, chip jars are often repurposed into storage containers for edibles, such as cookies or homemade mini cupcakes. This is very convenient, especially for those who like to travel and just walk. The jar does not take up much space, you can easily put it in your backpack, and when you feel hungry, you will always have something to snack on.
Dispenser for supplying cotton pads
The next version of Pringles will be useful for girls. The jar can be easily converted into a dispenser for storage and serving. What will you need for this? Yes, essentially, nothing unusual: a stationery knife, a pencil, some multi-colored wrapping paper, glue and a pack of cotton pads.
At the bottom of the can, with a pencil, we mark a cutout for the future hole through which the disks will be fed. Then, using a utility knife, carefully cut out the marked area. Now you need to cover the jar with wrapping paper, and at the same time carefully treat the cutout area with glue so that the cardboard does not delaminate. The final touch is to open the lid, place cotton pads in the jar, close it and enjoy using it.
Assistant for needlewomen
If you do handicrafts, for example, sew, knit, or weave beads, then this is what you can make from a Pringles can (photo below) - an organizer.
This thing is also called a “helper for needlewomen.” The main purpose of a finished item is to make it easier to store items needed for creativity and work. For example, a person has several rolls of multi-colored ribbons or braid. He can easily make a narrow longitudinal cut through the entire jar, place his skeins inside and bring the ends out through the finished hole. Thus, the rolls will never get lost, they will always be at hand, and it is convenient to use them at the right time.
A similar thing is made for storing hooks and knitting needles. The only thing to remember is that there is no need to make a longitudinal cutout. All that needs to be done are the holes in the top cover so that the knitting needles can be placed in them.
Also, do not forget that such a “helper for needlewomen” can be creatively decorated so that it does not look like an ordinary box of chips.
Don't rush to throw away empty chips packaging. After all, you can find a lot of ways to use this item in an original and useful way in everyday life. You can turn it into something beautiful and useful - you just need a little imagination and effort.
In this article we will look at the most interesting ideas, how to turn chip packaging into the coolest things!
Important: do not forget to clean the packaging of any remaining chips.
Decorative vase
In order to turn the packaging into a decorative vase, you just need to decorate its outer surface with whatever is at hand. All you need is to use your imagination!
Gift packaging
Gift wrapping has long become a separate art. A box of chips is ideal for packaging and gifting something delicious, such as cookies or candy. Wrap the oblong box in wrapping paper, glue a bow or tie it with a ribbon. And don't forget to decorate the lid.
Spaghetti container
Chips packaging is ideal for storing spaghetti, as well as any other types of pasta, as well as cereals.
Dispenser
To turn a bag of chips into a great container for cotton pads, just make a small round hole in the bottom of the box. And if you decide to use packaging for storage plastic bags, then a hole must be made in the plastic cover.
Important: the packages must be laid out and glued with a small piece of narrow tape. This will make the bags much easier to remove from the box.
Kaleidoscope
This is a great idea for kids and parents. You'll need to make a small hole in the bottom of the cylinder, wrap the box in holographic paper inside and out, and glue on a handful of colorful glittery stones. Voila, the kaleidoscope is ready!
To help needlewomen
Do you like to do handicrafts, but the threads constantly get tangled, interfering with your creativity? Then make a storage container out of the packaging creative material! An empty cylinder is perfect for storing braid, ribbons, twine and other similar small items. The coils are attached inside, and the ends are threaded into specially made holes in the lid. This container is also suitable for storing knitting needles.
Organizer
The simplest container for storing pens, pencils, brushes and any other small items. The packages can be glued together to make your own homemade pencil case.
You can also store jewelry in this box. To do this, tie a ribbon on the lid and attach an iron ring to it, on which you can hang your favorite bracelets and earrings.
Candle mold
For lovers of a romantic setting, chip packaging can also be used to make candles. An empty cylinder can be filled with melted wax from old leftover candles in various color combinations.
This is how you can use the most ordinary chip packaging and create original things!
Don’t rush to throw away jars of chips – you can use them to make many useful accessories with your own hands. Containers, organizers, boxes, toys and much more - there are a lot of options. We have prepared for you an excellent selection of popular ideas that will help you guide creative process in the right direction. Get inspired, crunch some chips and get down to business!
Container for cotton pads
A homemade container for cotton pads from a can of Pringles chips is beautiful and practical. You will spend 15-20 minutes, and the result will please you for a very long time.
We will need:
- cardboard;
- half beads;
- cutter;
- PVA glue.
Wash the chip jar and dry it well. Then prepare decorative cardboard - it should be the same size as the main body of the container. It is better to use PVA for this work, because a glue stick will not hold the cardboard.
Make a hole through which it will be convenient to remove the discs. From below it should be wider - higher than the thickness of the fingers. Decorate the box as you wish.
This organizer for cotton pads is not a shame to keep in sight. No one will guess that you made it from an ordinary chips package and didn’t order it from a fashion website.
Gift packaging for cookies
A Pringles can makes a great gift container. It will be useful for those who like to give homemade cookies or cupcakes, but do not know how to package them correctly and not damage them.
We will need:
- wrapping paper;
- any decor;
- double sided tape.
The jar needs to be washed to get rid of the smell of chips. Wrap it with double-sided tape and cover it with bright paper on top. You can take mica or gift wrapping. For themed gifts, appliques or even family photographs are suitable.
Place cookies and cupcakes on top of each other, making layers of baking paper between them. The lid of a can of chips can also be decorated. Use ribbons, beads, stickers or any other decoration.
Container for needlewomen
If you love crafts, this chip can container will make you doubly happy. It is easy to make with your own hands and is very functional.
We will need:
- textile;
- cardboard;
- superglue;
- cutter.
Cover a clean box of chips with decorative fabric so that the seams are not visible. Make a small side by folding a strip of cardboard into a corner. Glue it. Make a cut about 1 cm wide in the central part. Insert ribbons or spools of thread into the jar. If necessary, they can be separated by cardboard partitions.
If you want, you can make neat slits in the back wall and insert metal rings into it. And then hang the container on the wall by them so that it is at eye level in the workplace. These crafts can be made more convenient by using medium sized chip boxes.
Container for bulk
An empty can of chips is a great thing to use to make a handy spaghetti container. This way they won’t take up much space in the closet and constantly fall on their side. Brilliant craft!
We will need:
- beautiful paper;
- double-sided tape;
- braid.
Simply wrap the jar in craft or colored paper and add some decoration. Use your imagination, play with colors - let the usual Pringles packaging sparkle with new colors. Make sure she is unrecognizable.
Add tape just under the neck of the jar to hide the seam if it is noticeable. Or you can skip this step and leave everything as is.
If the spaghetti is too long, use a second can of chips to make a cap. And if they fit completely into their new container, just cover them with a lid.
Speaker for smartphone
Of course, it’s difficult to call this a full-fledged speaker, but it will definitely enhance the sound.
We will need:
- wrapping paper;
- wine corks;
- superglue.
To make a speaker from a box of chips, you don't need complex mechanisms - it's almost ready, although you haven't even started working yet. First, wrap the structure in pretty paper to make the column look nice. Then make a hole using a cutter. So that you can put a phone in it.
The sound amplifier from a can of chips needs to be placed on something - otherwise it will roll away. For this purpose, use wine corks or any other objects that will help raise the structure.
Insert the phone with the speaker facing down so that the sound comes directly into the jar. Everything ingenious is simple!
Candle
This is less of a Pringles can craft and more of an item that will help you make one. The fact is that the packaging can be used as a mold.
We will need:
- wax base;
- wick;
- pencil;
- flavorings.
Prepare the necessary ingredients and mix them. Tie the wick to a pencil and lower it into the jar. Pour the wax base. Don't worry - the chip packaging is protected from the inside, so this can be done without any problems.
Once the wax has set, cut the cardboard with scissors or a cutter. Remove the candle from the chip can.
The height of the candle can be easily adjusted by cutting off the excess from the box. Or you can make at least a meter-long candle by stacking several packages of chips on top of each other.
Organizer for markers
If you have a child or love to draw yourself, use a few chip cans to create a handy storage system. All markers and pencils will always be in your sight.
We will need:
- 3-5 cans of chips;
- wrapping paper;
- superglue.
All jars of chips should be thoroughly rinsed and dried. Next, cover each of them separately. Fasten them together using superglue or double-sided tape. If desired, the pyramid can be made with protrusions: the lower part is longer, the upper part is shorter.
Now all the markers are always at hand, and putting them away is even fun!
Typewriter
If there is a boy living in your house, then he can make a racing car with his own hands from a can of his favorite chips. Creativity will benefit him, and the result is definitely worth the effort.
We will need:
- cardboard;
- ice cream sticks;
- wooden wheels;
- skewers for fastening.
Instead of wooden wheels, you can easily use corks from plastic bottles.
Cut out two parts from cardboard: the front and top of the racing car. Attach them to the wheels using Popsicle sticks and through-the-hole fasteners. It is on them that the wheels need to be screwed. It is better to entrust this part not to the child, but to the parent.
Make a hole in the body of a chip can. Roll the cardboard into a tube to form a hollow that will serve as a seat for the toy driver. Put any “racer” in this car.
If the wheels really spin, you can tie a string to the car so that the child can roll it behind him.
Convenient universal organizer
Using this stand as an example, you can make any other organizer out of a can of chips. You can store knitting needles, pencils in it, or even use it as a vase.
We will need:
- colored paper;
- textile;
- braid;
- threads;
- glue.
Wrap a clean Pringles can in construction paper. Finish the upper part under the neck and around it with braid. Fold the strip of fabric in half. Then machine stitch to form small pockets. Glue or sew this design onto a potato chip bag.
All that remains is to decorate your organizer and fill it with useful little things. Now even knitting needles will become an original decorative element.
5 more life hacks with chips (video)
In this short video you will learn what else you can make from Pringles cans with your own hands. All tips and master classes are very simple, so you can repeat them without problems.
We hope this collection has inspired you to make something with your own hands, and you will no longer throw away chip cans. Repeat ready-made ideas or create your own crafts. Good luck with your creativity!
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