Upcycling YOU can do

Upcycling YOU can do 

Part 1 of 4

Upcycling isn't just about saving the earth. 

It is also about saving money and making your home look nicer with things you made! 

In this 4 part series, I will give you DIY instructions for 5 different upcycling crafts for your home. 

Baby Shampoo Bottle  --> Decorative Q-tip Holder

I can't stand seeing that ugly Q-tip box. So as the movie Robots says "See a need. Fill a need." 

Looking around I spotted the almost empty Baby Shampoo Bottle. 

That was when I had my 'A-ha!' moment. So here goes nothing. 

First things first, find yourself a Baby Shampoo Bottle. Empty would be preferable.
Mine was almost empty, so I was good to go.
(The one in the photo isn't empty as you can see. That isn't the one I used.)

Your next step is to draw out an oval. I drew my oval out on paper first. Next I traced it onto the bottle with a dry erase marker. Didn't want ugly sharpie marks left behind! 

The great thing about dry erase marker is that it comes off plastic surfaces with just a wipe. 

With an Xacto knife, carefully cut out the oval shape. 

Don't worry about being precise, you will melt the edges later.

This next part should be done with a candle/fireplace lighter.
I find  that you have better control with a long lighter than a short regular lighter.
Plus your less likely to burn your fingers if the metal part gets hot.

Here comes the fun part! I used washi tape to decorate my bottle.
You could use whatever you have on hand. Sharpie markers or even acrylic paint would work.

Last but not least, take it to your bathroom and arrange your things to add in your beautiful creation!

The great thing about this holder is it can lay down or stand up, whichever you prefer.

I hope you have enjoyed this Upcycle. Do you think you would use this? 

My bathroom looks so much better with it.

Next week I will publish Part 2 of Upcycling YOU can do!

Later,

Erin