Between school lunches and sports games, the average family goes through a lot of disposable plastic water bottles. Though they’re recyclable, they still produce a lot of waste.
But plastic water bottles can be used for all kinds of unique and fun crafts. Don’t just throw out your used water bottles—wash them out and see what you can make with them!
These cute fairy houses make for great night lights and garden decorations, and they’re easy to make. Created by Amanda Davis, owner of the crafting blog Crafts by Amanda, they’re a fun way to teach kids about recycling.
You will need:
Recycled plastic bottle (can be any size)
Multi-surface craft paint
LED tea lights
Silk flowers
Moss
Hot glue gun
Craft knife
Scissors
How to make (Craft by Amanda Davis):
1. Cut top portion of bottle off with craft knife.
2. Remove the lid and set aside. Cut off the plastic band around the neck of the bottle.
3. Paint both halves of the bottle with colors of your choice. Allow to dry 30 minutes; then, repeat for a second coat.
4. Cut a window in the bottom half of the bottle large enough to fit the tea light inside.
5. Cut slits halfway up the top half of the bottle, about 1 inch apart. Bend the ends of each slit upward so that they stick out.
6. Decorate the outside of the house with silk flowers.
7. Cover the bottle lid with silk leaves or flowers. Place lid back on the neck of the bottle.
8. Add some hot glue to the inside of the bottom half of the bottle and line the bottom with moss. Add tea light candle.
9. Place “roof” on top of the “house.”
For more information and craft ideas, visit craftsbyamanda.com.
