When you think of DIY supplies, many things probably come to mind: spray paint, power tools and fabric. But what about using more unconventional items? Although straws may make you think of drinks accompanied by little umbrellas, they can actually be used to make some awesome DIY projects.
From fashion accessories to decor from your home, straws are a very useful material to add to a DIY toolkit. Check out the five projects below to get started.
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Decorative geometric shapes
These geometric shapes are incredibly chic, perfect for any room that needs a sleek and modern touch. Prop tip: When painting the shapes, be sure to paint all sides, including underneath the elastic. You may have to hang the shapes in different ways to be able to fully coat them. Get the full tutorial here.
These geometric shapes are incredibly chic, perfect for any room that needs a sleek and modern touch. Prop tip: When painting the shapes, be sure to paint all sides, including underneath the elastic. You may have to hang the shapes in different ways to be able to fully coat them. Get the full tutorial here.
Flowers made with drinking straws
These DIY flowers are so sweet and adorable, and an entertaining craft to make with kids. You can customize every part of these straw flowers, including the bead, the type of leaf and the color of the straws. Pro tip: Want the flowers to be a specific color? Spray paint straws instead of endlessly searching for straws in that specific color. Get the full tutorial here.
These DIY flowers are so sweet and adorable, and an entertaining craft to make with kids. You can customize every part of these straw flowers, including the bead, the type of leaf and the color of the straws. Pro tip: Want the flowers to be a specific color? Spray paint straws instead of endlessly searching for straws in that specific color. Get the full tutorial here.
Straw sunburst frame
This sunburst frameadd an art deco decor feel to your home. This DIY project helps achieve a retro look on a little budget. Plus, this project shows you a neat way to make a paperclip into a hook so you don't even have to purchase expensive picture-hanging hardware. Get the full tutorial here.
This sunburst frame
Woven headband
Although weaving may seem tedious, it is actually an incredibly relaxing activity. With this DIY project you get to relax and end up with a cute hair accessory. If the stripes are too bold for your taste, switch out the multicolored yarn for a solid colored yarn. Get the full tutorial here.
Although weaving may seem tedious, it is actually an incredibly relaxing activity. With this DIY project you get to relax and end up with a cute hair accessory. If the stripes are too bold for your taste, switch out the multicolored yarn for a solid colored yarn. Get the full tutorial here.
Straw necklace
Statement necklaces add interest to a simple outfit, but they can get pretty pricey. This cool, tribal straw necklace allows you to accessorize without spending too much money. Bonus? This necklace is super lightweight, unlike the statement necklaces found in stores. Get the full tutorial here.
Statement necklaces add interest to a simple outfit, but they can get pretty pricey. This cool, tribal straw necklace allows you to accessorize without spending too much money. Bonus? This necklace is super lightweight, unlike the statement necklaces found in stores. Get the full tutorial here.
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