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DIY Animated Jar Lids

The ‘House to Home’ Site Shows How to Make Playful Containers

— July 23, 2012 — Art & Design
This great project from the ‘House to Home’ site is a great way to re-purpose old jars. Instead of simply throwing them out, or using them as is, you can turn them into visually appealing pieces for the home or office.

In this case, plastic animals were used to help decorate containers for a child’s bedroom. All that is needed to achieve this look are some cleaned jars, plastic toys, a glue gun and some paint. Simply glue the toy of preference onto the jar lid, and then paint over it. This is an inexpensive way to add playful accents to your abode, as plastic toys can often be found at discount stores.

This project is incredibly versatile as it can be done with so many different themes. For example, if you want to spruce up your kitchen, one could get plastic fruits, veggies or desserts. Not to mention that this is a great idea for teachers who don’t have a huge budget to spend on classroom supplies.
Trend Themes
1. Upcycling Home Decor - Explore the trend of repurposing everyday items, like jars, to create visually appealing pieces for the home or office.
2. Playful DIY Crafts - Discover the trend of incorporating plastic toys and objects into DIY projects to add playful accents to your living spaces.
3. Budget-friendly Classroom Supplies - Uncover the trend of using inexpensive materials, such as plastic toys, to create affordable and whimsical classroom decorations.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - The home decor industry can embrace the trend of upcycling and offer DIY kits or ready-made products that allow customers to create unique and sustainable pieces for their homes.
2. Craft Supplies - Craft supply companies can tap into the trend of playful DIY crafts by offering a wide range of materials, including plastic toys, that can be used in various creative projects.
3. Education - The education industry can take advantage of the trend of budget-friendly classroom supplies by providing teachers with resources and ideas for inexpensive and imaginative classroom decorations.
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