DIY - Ideas From Cardboard Tubes | Best Out of Waste!

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DIY - Ideas From Cardboard Tubes | Best Out of Waste!

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DIY - Ideas from Cardboard Tubes | Best out of waste

In this tutorial, I'll show you how to create a beautiful and functional wall decor piece that can be displayed in your bedroom or living room. This DIY project is perfect for showcasing dried or artificial flowers and adds a unique touch to your home decor—all made using simple, recyclable materials.

For this project, we'll use just a sheet of cardboard, two recycled cardboard tubes from aluminum foil rolls, acrylic paint, and a hot glue gun to assemble everything. The process is simple and fun, making it a great way to turn everyday items into something beautiful.

Supplies

Materials Needed:

  1. A sheet of cardboard;
  2. 2 recycled cardboard tubes from aluminum foil rolls;
  3. Acrylic paint (any color of your choice);
  4. A hot glue gun;
  5. A plate (for tracing circles);
  6. Scissors or a craft knife.

Tracing the Circles

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Using a plate as a guide, trace two circles onto the cardboard sheet and cut them out carefully!

Painting the Cardboard

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Paint the cardboard circles and the two cardboard tubes in your chosen color. Let them dry completely!

Assembling the Decor

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Once the paint has dried, use the hot glue gun to attach the cardboard tubes in the center of the circles!

Finishing Touches

End Result

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Add your dried or artificial flowers into the cardboard tubes to complete the look. This will give your space a touch of nature and elegance!

A stylish wall decor piece made from recycled materials that not only looks great but is also eco-friendly! This project is a perfect example of turning the best out of waste and making something truly special for your home!

Follow along with the video for a detailed step-by-step guide to ensure your success in creating this decorative piece. Get creative and customize it with different colors or add more elements to make it uniquely yours!

If you recreate this project, feel free to share your photos and experiences! I’d love to see your unique versions and creative twists!

Let’s get crafting and transform simple cardboard into beautiful wall art!