Grab your hot glue gun. Here are 6+ crafts that are spreading like fire

A hot glue gun is a necessary tool in any crafter's house. Below are just a few sample projects that use this versatile instrument. By the time you see these projects, you'll want to invest in a good hot glue gun right away.
Clothespin scarf holder
Keep scarves on display with this clothespin scarf holder. The simple design is clean and modern. You can customize yours to fit however many scarves you wish to display.
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Personalized letters
This is a really great idea for monogramming children's bedroom doors or a fun decoration for a family room. Get the full tutorial here.
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Glass vase
Don't throw out empty mason or pickle jars. With the help of a glue gun, you can upcycle them to something much prettier. Get the full tutorial here.
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Coffee filter flower
It doesn’t take much more than a hot glue gun and scissors to craft this charming flower. With options to mix and match food coloring hues for the final color, a coffee filter flower is a fun project for both kids and adults. Get the full tutorial here.
Utensils organizer
Become more organized with this DIY project that pairs a cheese grater with a wooden cutting board. Get the full tutorial here.
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Rustic vase mason jar
Sometimes the simplest DIY projects are the one that make the biggest impact. This mason jar vase is a staple decor item for any shabby chic room. Simply choose any color that matches the existing decor, and you can make this craft in a short amount of time. Get the full tutorial here.
Popsicle stick shelf
Luckily, the item that allows popsicles and ice cream bars to be portable, the popsicle stick, is also a crafting tool that has a million uses. The wooden popsicle sticks required for this project get magically transformed, with the aid of some hot glue, into a stylish and mod mini-shelf. Fortunately, you’re not required to eat dozens of popsicles in a hurry in order to complete the project; the sticks can easily be bought in bulk at the craft store. Get the full tutorial here.
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DIY chandelier
This DIY project uses old books and a hot glue gun to create a lighting fixture that is not only beautiful but also unique. Get the full tutorial here.
Easy centerpiece cake stand
Get your glue gun ready for this DIY! Whether you are decorating for a baby shower, bridal party, or simply Sunday brunch, a cake stand can easily be your centerpiece. Though the name might suggest you have to bake a cake, a cake stand can be just what you need to show off treats of any kind. Get the full tutorial here.
Make old shoes chic
Don’t toss out those old shoes! Give them a punch of personality with shoe clips made from old jewelry and a glue gun. Shoe clips instantly add sparkle and style when slipped onto heels, loafers or flats. These clips made from leopard brooches and rattan earrings are loaded with retro charm, but you can make a set out of whatever jewelry you have available. Get the full tutorial here.
Make a rock hanger
Time to get that glue gun warm! If you're looking to add a rustic and artsy touch to your decor, this shirt hanger with the surprising display of rocks as the the focal point brings a bit of the outdoors into your home. Two rocks on the ends hold shirts or lingerie, book-ending the two eye-catching center rocks. Get the full tutorial here.
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