This hobby encourages resourcefulness and imagination, transforming “rubbish” into something worth keeping. It’s low-cost, beginner-friendly, and surprisingly fun.
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Our First Attempt
We’re still getting hands-on with this one, so we haven’t fully tried the kits yet. But we’re buzzing to dive in and learn as we go. The video below is one we watched that got us genuinely excited to give this craft a crack. The kits linked further down are the ones we’re planning to use when we start, but we haven’t tested them yet so have a read of the reviews and make sure they look right for you too.
Getting Started
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Starter Kit We Used
Hot Glue Gun
Essential for sticking mixed materials together.
Acrylic Paint Set
Great for adding colour to upcycled pieces.
Cutting Mat A4
Saves your table from enthusiastic crafting.
Craft Scissors
Good all-purpose pair for cardboard and plastics.
Mod Podge Sealer
Seals and protects finished crafts.
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Upbeat, easy ideas that work for adults and kids, and everything starts from stuff you already own.
