Tag Archives: Velcro

Make Your Own Gifts and Gift Boxes

How gifts are presented can be just as important as what is inside the package. Showing the recipient that you put a lot of thought into the gift, and even the packaging, will show him or her how much you care. Here are some unique ideas for homemade gift boxes and gifts: For a friend or family member that is crazy about computers and anything to do with computers, create a cute gift box using old floppy disks. You will need six for a small box and ten for a larger gift box. For the small box, lay one disk … Continue reading →

Got Velcro?

You can use Velcro brand or any hook and loop fastener for these projects. You may have seen these toys before, but they are as much fun to make, as they are to play with. Catch and Stick Items Needed: Plastic lids (from whip topping container, coffee can, etc.) Velcro or other hook and loop fastener Light, plastic ball Elastic (3/4″ to 1″ wide) Stapler Cover the centers of two lids with Velcro, using the type that has an adhesive backing. Use a large strip so there is plenty of area to catch the ball. Attach a strip of Velcro … Continue reading →