​Crafts for beginners from newspaper tubes. Tricky ways to alternatively use old magazines DIY crafts from old newspapers

Tatiana Saenko

"Collage" comes from a French word literally meaning "pasting". Collage is when a variety of pieces of materials are glued onto a base - paper different color and textures, fabric, feathers, flowers - it depends only on the imagination of the creator. Collage is used mainly to achieve the effect of surprise from the combination of dissimilar materials. Some people consider this to be a "dumpster" technique. Scraps of magazines and newspapers “to be thrown away” become new life in a collage. Collage is a creative game.

Collages from magazine clippings are low-cost, read old magazines can be found in every home.

Cutting out objects with an asymmetrical structure, with curved contours, and complex outlines develops hand-eye coordination. This creative activity has a positive effect on the development of aesthetic feelings, improves the skills and abilities necessary for children, develops fine motor skills, perseverance, intellectual and creative activity.

You can cut and glue whatever you like, indiscriminately. Or you can put together a collage on a specific topic.

Magazine paper is great for cutting out symmetrical objects, as long as you find a beautiful background.

The collage can be completed with felt-tip pens, pencils, paints, etc.

Group work "The street is full of surprises"

Collective works "Miracle Tree"

Teamwork "Supermarket"

Teamwork "Healthy Products"

Collective work "Visiting Moidodyr"

Thank you for your attention! I will be very glad if our works inspire you to be creative!

Surely many of us have more than once wanted to transform our interiors, but somehow never got around to shelling out an impressive amount for a designer item.

Don't despair, because you can make an effective decorative element yourself from... old magazines. Clever ways to alternatively use unnecessary glossy waste paper will help you create something special with your own hands.

1. Photo frame

Rolled pages from glossy magazines and catalogs can be used to create and decorate photo frames and mirrors. New bright frames are perfect for displaying children's photographs and wall decor.

2. Flower pot

Use magazine pages to update dull flower pots. To do this, the pages need to be rolled into tight tubes and glued around the perimeter of the pot.

3. Table stand

Simple manipulations with scissors and glue will help turn an old magazine into an original stand for stationery.

4. Finishing material

Magazine pages can be used as a complete wall finishing material. True, the finishing process is quite painstaking and will take a lot of time. To implement this idea, the pages need to be rolled into tight tubes and glued to the wall one by one. The result of the work will be an accent wall with a unique texture and pattern.

5. Organizer

An original organizer for stationery, woven from magazine pages rolled into thin tubes.

6. Animal figurines

Figurines of dogs glued together from rolled up magazine pages. Such crafts can become sources of real income, because on the Internet their price reaches $200.

7. Handbag

A handbag that anyone can weave from thick glossy pages folded into long strips.

8. Coffee table

A coffee table made from a stack of rolled magazines and a round glass top will be a stylish addition to any living room.

9. Dishes and coasters

Magazine pages rolled into thin tubes can be used to create unusual plates and coasters. The only drawback of such crafts is that paper does not tolerate moisture well. Therefore, in order for the products to last longer, cover them with a thick layer of glue or other protective coating.

10. Christmas tree decorations

Instead of just throwing away your impressive collection of gloss, use it to create original Christmas tree decorations. This way you can get a large number of Christmas balls without spending a penny on it.

11. Panel

With a little creativity and diligence, you can turn the pages of old magazines into unusual wall hangings.

12. Baskets

If your magazine collection is quite large, use them to create colorful and practical baskets. Finished goods Can be used to store clothes and other small items.

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13. Stools

Low stools that were created using only stacks of magazines, old belts and soft cushions.

14. Vase

A stunning vase that can be made if you have a stack of magazines and glue on hand. To create this masterpiece, magazine pages need to be folded into strips, and the strips carefully twisted into voluminous circles, secured with glue. When the glue dries, the mugs different sizes need to be glued together using a suitable form.

15. Clock

A bright clock made from pages of glossy publications, rolled into voluminous circles, will become a spectacular detail and a wonderful decoration for one of the walls of the apartment.

16. Volumetric letter

From magazine pages you can make large three-dimensional letters, which are now widely used for decoration. To do this, the pages need to be rolled into thin tubes, secured with glue and glued to a letter cut out in advance from thick cardboard.

17. Lamps

Magazine pages transmit light perfectly, so they can be used to create original lampshades for lamps.

18. Box

Thick magazine pages are perfect for creating an original box in which you can store hairpins and jewelry.

19. Framed covers

Some covers are so beautiful that it’s a shame to even throw them away. Such samples can be placed in simple frames and used to decorate walls.

Don't rush to throw away old magazines and newspapers. We know how to find a use for them.

1. Newspaper clock in the shape of a star.

So, to create this beauty, we need:

• 24 magazine sheets (A4 format);
• pencil, long knitting needle or pen for twisting paper;
• scissors;
• scotch;
• long needle (“gypsy”);
• embroidery thread (preferably floss);
• cardboard circle with a hole in the middle;
• hands and mechanism for a watch (can be bought at any hand-made goods store);
• 2 transparent CDs.

Step-by-step instruction:

1. We start creating a clock by rolling up the paper.

2. Secure the end of the paper stick with tape.

4. Take a needle and pierce the bent part. We sew the same bent tube to it.

5. We place one CD-ROM in the middle of our paper clock (this will be its back). We attach a plastic box of the future mechanism to the disk.

7. The final stage is screwing the arrows.

2. Waste basket.

Tools:

• 1-2 magazines;
• urn with iron spokes;
• scotch;
• scissors;
• ruler or tape measure;
• pieces of paper with fools on the sides (optional);
• 2 thin strips (about 30 cm long) for fastening pieces of paper.

Step-by-step instruction:

1. To begin with, take about 10-15 small pages. Cut them into long small strips (about 5 cm wide).

2. Take a paper ribbon and wrap it around two knitting needles. We secure its edge with tape.

3. The pieces of paper must be pasted in a checkerboard pattern. First we glue the top row. Then the bottom one.

4. We do not glue two knitting needles. We will attach pieces of paper with letters on them (optional). To do this, tie two thin ribbons to the rim of the urn. The pieces of paper should have two holes on each side through which ribbons need to be threaded.

3. Envelopes.

Tools:

• newspaper;
• paper glue;
• scissors;
• a sheet of thick kraft paper;
• simple pencil.

Step-by-step instruction:

1. Cut out a rhombus from a newspaper (the larger it is, the larger size envelope).

2. You need to cut out an envelope like this from craft paper, as shown in the picture (it is advisable to initially draw it with a pencil).

3. Glue the previously cut diamond together and put craft paper inside.

4. 3D butterflies.

Tools:

• newspaper sheets;
• double-sided tape or paper glue;
• scissors;
• cardboard;
• pen.

Step-by-step instruction:

1. Cut out several templates from cardboard.

2. We trace a stencil on a sheet of newspaper.

3. Cut out the image using glue or double-sided tape and decorate the interior with butterflies.

5. Original bracelet.

Tools:

• colored rectangles (10x4 cm).

Step-by-step instruction:

1. Take one strip. Fold it in half lengthwise. Fold in half to form a V shape.

2. Start folding the ears of one figure into the ears of another

3. Fold as follows

4. Use a paper clip or clip.

5. Add links until the bracelet is the size you want.

6. Glue the ends of the last link as follows.

6. Frame for a mirror made of newspaper tubes.

7. Small basket.

Tools:

• newspapers;
• 20 cm of thread or cord (for braiding the bottom);
• paper clips;
• paper glue;
• stapler (optional);
• scissors.

Step-by-step instruction:

1. Cut the newspaper into strips 7-8 cm wide (we get about 20 cm).

2. Fold each paper strip in half three times. Press well and level again.

3. We begin weaving: as shown in the diagram, we intertwine 10 strips each. We get a square base (10x10).

4. Take a thread and weave the base.

5. Guided by the diagram, we weave the walls.

6. The final stage: the ends should be secured with paper clips, and all the strips should be pushed inside. We secure them with a stapler.

7. Trim off the excess edges of the strips.

8. Take out the staples and glue the edges.

8. Wallpaper from newspapers.

We take a wide brush, wallpaper glue and old newspapers. We cover a section of the room with them. As a result, we get an original design.

9. Notepad.

Tools:

• beautiful magazine pages;
• embroidery thread, needle;
• scissors;
• colored tape;
• notepad paper.

Step-by-step instruction:

1. We cut the pages to the size you need.
2. The magazine cover page should be 1-2 cm larger than the notebook pages.
3. We attach the latter to the cover. We stitch the middle with thread.
4. If you wish, you can decorate the cover with colored tape.

Tools:

• fiberboard sheet (30x30 cm);
• colorful magazines;
• scissors;
• glue.

Step-by-step instruction:

1. First, we cover the fiberboard sheet with a black and white magazine or newspaper sheet.
2. Next, cut the colored pages into thin strips.
3. We glue them horizontally and vertically to our canvas.

11. Colorful bows.

Tools:

• A4 magazine sheet;
• scissors.

Step-by-step instruction:

1. Make a square from a rectangular sheet. Fold it in half. Let's expand. Fold it in half again, but in a different direction. Let's unfold it again.

2. Bend the sheet into a diamond shape along the fold lines, connecting all four corners together. Bend a corner at the resulting diamond, where the center of the square sheet passes.

3. Expand and get additional fold lines in the center of the sheet. Along these lines we begin to bend the square. Then, just as we folded the rhombus in the previous step, we fold the sheet back, but bend the center of the sheet deep into the small square.

4. Fold the resulting edges as shown in the picture. First on one side, then turn it over and fold the remaining edges on the other side. Again you can expand the resulting part.

5. Turn what happened inside out. We cut the folded edges marked with a pencil (look at the picture) to the fold line in the middle.

6. Now you should bend the fourth part of the sheet. This is done in order to bend the open edges to the line running through the center. Then we bend the opposite side and bend the opposite edges to the line in the center.

7. The parts that we bent are left bent in one direction. We turn the future bow over. The edges of the corners need to be bent, placing one corner after another to the center of the bow. The final touch: cut out the edges of the ribbon. We decorate the edges of the ribbons by cutting out small triangles in the middle.

12. Garland of newspaper triangles.

Tools:

• scissors;
• long ribbon or jute thread;
• bright magazine pages.

Step-by-step instruction:

We cut out large triangles from paper sheets, the base of which should be glued to the ribbon.

13. Creative picture.

Tools:

• drawing template;
• white cardboard;
• scissors;
• colored stripes.

Step-by-step instruction:

1. Cut out the template.

2. Glue it onto cardboard.

3. We paste the resulting blank with colored stripes.

14. Dress made from newspapers.

Tools:

• newspaper;
• Velcro for clothes;
• spool of white thread;
• sewing machine;
• ruler;
• pencil;
• scissors;
• strap;
• sewing pins.

Step-by-step instruction:

1. Create a pleat: fold three newspaper pages one after another. We fold them like an accordion. This will be the front of the dress.

3. Now, using the same principle, we create the back of the outfit.

4. Sew all the parts.

5. Try it on a model.

6. We adjust our workpiece using sewing pins (look at the picture).

7. Now we create a round neck: cut it out and stitch it on a machine.

8. Let's do the sleeve armhole. We put the blank on the model again. Mark the armhole with a pen. We cut and stitch.

9. Sew on the Velcro fastener. It should go along the back of the product.

10. Now you should attach the straps: measure the required length (try on the model). Next, we sew a strip of newspaper folded several times. Attach to the top of the dress.

11. Let's make the skirt. Sew together three large sheets. We attach half of the newspaper pages on top of them.

12. Sew a belt. We take two sheets of newspaper. Fold them in half. Then we bend the bottom part. Let's sew. Sew on the Velcro.

13. Putting all the details together.

We don't suggest you create this at home. After all, you need to work on such beauty for more than one month. Just take a look at the paper magnificence created by sculptor Yoon-Woo Choi.

Tools:

• sewing machine;
• colored magazine strips.

Step-by-step instruction:

We attach colored stripes to each other. The end result should be a large colorful napkin.

17. Decorate a retro suitcase.

Tools:

• suitcase;
• newspaper clippings;
• PVA glue;
• brush;
• scissors.

Step-by-step instruction:

1. Apply glue to the lid of the suitcase.
2. We apply a newspaper clipping and apply a second layer on top of it.
3. Repeat these steps until the entire lid of the suitcase is covered with pictures.
4. Once the glue has dried, the suitcase can be coated with clear varnish.

18. Wedding bouquet.

Tools:

• newspapers;
• scissors;
• glue gun with hot glue (you can try superglue/Moment glue);
• flower wire;
• scotch;
• colored ribbon.

Step-by-step instruction:

1. Cut out a circle with a diameter of approximately 10 cm from a sheet of newspaper. Cut out a spiral from the circle (approximately 2.5-3 cm wide).

2. From the outer end of the spiral, we begin to twist the paper until we reach the central part. Next we lower the spiral. Secure the flower with glue.

3. Prepare the floral wire, bend one of the ends and glue it to the flower. The end of the wire can be covered with a piece of newspaper.

4. Make several flowers to make a lush bouquet.

5. Combine all the flowers into a bouquet and secure the stems with wire. If the stems are too long, you can shorten them with scissors.

19. Decorative cage.

20. Coffee tables and stands.

Tools:

• old magazines;
• stapler (if necessary).

Instructions:

1. You can quickly build a bedside coffee table by simply tying a stack of magazines with string.

2. Another option: take two or three thick magazines. As shown in the picture, fold about 10 pages inside. If necessary, staple them together. By carefully placing the magazines on top of each other, you will get an unusual flower stand.

21. Stylish nail art.

Tools:

• colored varnish;
• alcohol;
• tweezers;
• newspaper;
• finishing coating.

Instructions:

1. Initially, cover the previously prepared nails with a layer of colored varnish. To make the color as saturated as possible, apply a second layer.
2. When two layers of colored varnish have dried, we proceed to the next stage: pour alcohol into the glass and, using tweezers, lower a piece of paper into it. Let it stand for 30 seconds and apply to the surface of the nail for 10 seconds. We press the newspaper with tweezers. We do the same with the remaining marigolds.
3. The created design is varnished.

22. Leaves - autumn nostalgia.

Tools:

• newspaper;
• scissors;
• colour pencils;
• jute thread;
• needle;
• sample.

Instructions:

1. Cut out leaves from the newspaper.
2. Let's color it.
3. We hook them on a thread. If necessary, cut out a few more leaves. This way we will have a beautiful autumn garland.

23. Photo frame.

Tools:

• old newspapers or magazines;
• base frame;
• glue;
• knitting needle or thin handle;
• scissors.

Instructions:

1. We twist 10-20 tubes from newspaper sheets. Lubricate the corners with glue.
2. Apply a thin layer of glue to the base frame. You can use a primer if the base color doesn't suit you.
3. Lay the tubes parallel to each other so that there are no gaps between them. You can glue the tubes vertically, horizontally or obliquely.
4. Glue together four tubes into a rectangular frame, the size of which corresponds to the photograph or painting you plan to display. Carefully remove the ends of the tubes that protrude beyond the edges of the frame.

24. Paper bowl for sweets.

25. Festive wreath.

Tools:

• three magazines;
• glue;
• scissors;
• cardboard base for the circle;
• ribbon;
• hot glue.

Instructions:

Tools:

• newspaper, magazine (cover);
• scissors;
• glue or double-sided tape;
• ruler;
• pencil;
• ribbon or rope.

Instructions:

1. We take one sheet and wrap one edge of it. The width of this bend is about 5 centimeters. We also wrap the second edge and attach it to the first bend with glue. We should now have a paper tube.
2. Next, this tube needs to be carefully bent. We get the shape of a parallelepiped.
3. We bend the sides in half. We align the edges, they should be parallel.
4. At this stage we need to make the bottom of the bag. We turn the corners inward at an angle of 45 degrees. Then we glue the “ears”.
5. We also bend the top part of the bag inward.
6. Next, you need to make four small holes in the bag (you can use a hole punch). We pass a thin ribbon through the holes made.

Tools:

• newspaper tubes;
• glue.

Instructions:

1. First, tubes are made similar to those made for weaving from newspaper tubes.

2. Then the tubes are flattened and rolled into a roll. Until you get the desired diameter. The edge is secured with glue.

28. Romantic album.

29. Bag for trinkets

Tools:

• magazine cover;
• sewing machine;
• scissors.

Instructions:

1. Attach a ribbon or paper strip to the top of the magazine cover.

2. Fold the cover itself in half and stitch it at the bottom and sides.

Tools:

• newspaper;
• sewing machine;
• scissors.

Instructions:

1. Cut out the hearts. Each should consist of two or three layers of paper.

2. Stack them on top of each other. We attach it.

31. Another stand option.

Tools:

• newspaper tubes 20-30 cm long;
• hot glue;
• scotch.

Instructions:

1. We twist newspaper tubes into small barrels, the ends of which are secured with tape.

2. Glue the twisted tubes to each other.

32. Decorative bicycle planter

33. Containers for seedlings.

Tools:

• base jar;
• newspaper.

Instructions:

1. Fold a sheet of newspaper three times.

2. Stepping back 1 cm from the edge, place the jar across the paper.

3. Wrap it in newspaper.

4. Wrap the bottom as shown in the pictures.Tools:

• newspaper;
• tape (if necessary).

Instructions:

1. Unfold the newspaper sheet. Bend the top corners towards the center and iron.
2. Fold the edge of the newspaper protruding from the bottom of the triangle into two folds. We do the same with the second side.
3. We return one of the lower rectangles back - down one turn. The second rectangle will become the supporting rim of the “cap” - the band. Now the key point: we bring the right and left corners of our “triangle” to the center and thereby form the size of the headdress.
4. Carefully bend the excess protruding edges and form a visor. To do this, bend the protruding rectangle one more time for greater rigidity, and place the edges from below under the band.
5. We place the upper protruding corner of our former triangle under the band from the back of the head.

Bonus:

Watch this video tutorial that will show you how easy it is to weave a storage box for children's toys from newspaper tubes. This wonderful box will help keep your child's room in order and will fit stylishly into the interior!

Today I would like to talk about how wonderful crafts can be made from old newspapers, or rather, I will share the works of the author Denise Fiedler from America. Her paper crafts are so simple and interesting, and even doable for children. Now, let's look at the technique of performing them.

Crafts from paper and newspapers

The wonderful craftsman Denise Fiedler has made a successful career as an interior designer, without stopping there, she creates for the soul and successfully sells them. Experiencing special love to old printed books and newspapers, their intricate fonts and yellowed pages, in the age of electronic publishing, she found a way to give old books new life. From their colorful pages, she created a series of unusual and very sincere works dedicated to pets.

Just look at how wonderful a paper dog can be made using the applique technique. And it’s not at all difficult to create!

The author uses scraps of old newspapers and pieces of colored paper to make his works. Carefully cutting out every detail and putting the composition together, she gets beautiful portraits of dogs and cats. each of which has its own character and mood.

In addition, such original crafts, can be an excellent reason to get the whole family together and spend an interesting evening in a warm, homely atmosphere, creating a portrait of your pet.

The technique is considered quite simple and can be performed even by small children. How exciting and exciting can this process be?!

Just look at this playful and smiling Jack Russell Terrier, such a mischievous paper dog can be an excellent decoration for a child’s room.

And what a charming and charismatic pug he turns out to be, it seems that he is about to jump out and start licking everyone!

What if there is another furry friend at home? A cat can also become a heroine for creating crafts or paper applications. A little effort and patience, and the Siamese cat portrait is ready!

Just look at how important and serious the character from newspaper pages and old certificates is looking at you!

And it doesn’t matter if at home you have an ordinary tricolor kitten picked up on the street. The limitless possibilities of such a multifaceted material as paper will allow you to accurately reflect the color of your pet and its mischievous character.

Surely, many of us have old magazines that have already been read and re-read more than once, but we don’t dare throw them away. Almost everyone subscribes to newspapers, which then turn into huge piles of waste paper.

And, of course, we all dig free flyers out of our mailboxes. Don’t rush to get rid of this “wealth”: you will still need it. Look at what unusual and, most importantly, beautiful decor you can make from unwanted newspapers and magazines with your own hands. These cheerful and fun DIY magazine crafts are sure to brighten up your home. Let's figure out what you can make from magazines with your own hands.

What is needed for this?

What is attractive about this method of decoration? Firstly, it’s easy to implement: you don’t need any special skills, just give in to your imagination. Secondly, it does not take up much space or time. Thirdly, you can involve the whole family in such a fun handicraft and have a fun and exciting time. So, here's what you'll definitely need:

Scissors;

PVA glue and glue stick;

Ruler, pencil;

A thin bamboo stick or knitting needle (we will wind paper tubes on it);

The surface you are going to decorate.

You've probably noticed that the decor from old newspapers and magazines is based on the use of identical blanks - newspaper and magazine tubes and strips rolled up like a snail. By varying them in size and color, you can create interesting compositions and transform ordinary or already boring things - photo frames, mirrors, Wall Clock, vases, floor lamps, candlesticks and all kinds of boxes for storing a thousand and one little things. In this original way you can decorate gift wrapping or make a wall panel. So, let's learn how to make these blanks.

Newspaper and magazine tubes

1. Take a sheet of paper and fold it in half, smooth the folded area well with scissors.

2. Place a bamboo stick or knitting needle diagonally (the size of your future workpiece depends on its diameter) and begin to carefully and tightly wind the tube. After several layers, coat the remaining sheet with glue. It should not be too liquid (it is better to use a glue stick). After you get a tube of the diameter you need, carefully remove the stick.

3. Done! Now all that remains is to dry it and create masterpieces .

You can use these newspaper tubes in their original rounded form. Cut them into pieces of the length you need and glue them end to end. Don't skimp on the glue, they should stick well. If you don't want to get your hands dirty, you can use double-sided tape.

On a note: In order to secure the magazine tubes in a “herringbone” pattern, it is not at all necessary to cut them, you can simply bend them carefully, as shown in the photo.

“Flattened” tubes look no less beautiful. If you “flatten” them a little, you get a very interesting shape that it’s simply a shame not to play with (see photo). In this case, you cut short pieces and glue them where the cut is. .

It will be effective if you squeeze these tubes tightly and cut the resulting strips into small pieces. There is no need to glue them end to end (see photo).

Newspaper and magazine snails

1. Take a sheet 8 times wider than the intended strip. Fold it in half the same way, then bend the edges towards the middle and fold it in half again. Smooth each fold well so that your stripe is as thin and neat as possible.

2. Now we twist the “snail”. To do this, start winding the strip on a bamboo stick or knitting needle (you can also take a pencil or felt-tip pen, then you will get magazine “rings”). Don’t forget to coat the inside of the strip with glue so that the “snail” does not spread.

3. After you have received the workpiece of the required size, cut off the rest of the strip and let the “snail” dry .

Both blanks of the same size or color, as well as different ones, look beautiful in the decor. Turn on your imagination! By the way, the strips do not have to be twisted; they can be used just like that, wound in a spiral onto a cylindrical surface, for example, a vase, round box or candlestick. If desired, the finished composition can be painted or coated with a layer of varnish. And a few more words about the background. It can be just a white surface or a surface covered with magazine or newspaper pages.

Unusual panel made from magazine strips

And finally, another very interesting and simple DIY panel idea. In this case, there is no need to twist the tubes or snails, just cut thin strips (you can use both color pages and black and white). You will need a frame with a mat, preferably under glass, and two sheets of cardboard. On white cardboard the size of your frame, glue magazine strips at a short distance from each other. From the second sheet (it’s better to take cardboard with an interesting texture) create a stencil. Now place the stencil on the striped background, secure it and under the frame. If it allows, it is better to place a sealant between the sheets of cardboard, then the picture will turn out three-dimensional .

It is unlikely that anyone will be left indifferent to homemade interior items decorated in such a simple but very effective way. In addition, this is a great opportunity for creative self-expression and relaxation. Create beauty with your own hands with pleasure!

Sourcesphoto: www.craftstylish.com, papercreative.ru, biovi.ru, stranamasterov.ru.