Reuse Basic Toilet Paper Rolls To Make A Cute Vase With This Easy DIY Project

Toilet paper rolls are truly one of the best craft materials, but constantly keeping them around can inevitably lead to a large pile-up. So, once you decide to stop tossing toilet paper rolls, start turning them into stylish home decor by creating a luxurious and highly customizable DIY decorative vase. The DIY project involves securing cut-up bits of toilet paper rolls onto a glass jar or old vase, painting the project, and filling it with flowers. The result can fit into numerous aesthetic styles and will look beautiful in any home.

For this vase, you will need toilet paper or paper towel rolls, a glass container, hot glue, scissors, and spray paint. To get a perfectly smooth shape on the vase, make sure that your rolls are not squished or creased before you begin. The number of rolls required will vary based on the vase you choose, as taller vases will require more pieces of cardboard. If you do not have a mason jar or other old glass pasta jar on hand, then the thrift store is one of the best places to find affordable glass items of all shapes and sizes. If you already have scissors, hot glue, and rolls, then you will only need to purchase some spray paint, which often costs under $10, and a glass item of your choice, which will likely cost only a couple of dollars new — or even less secondhand.

Once you have gathered your materials, you can begin. Start by cutting up the toilet paper tubes. Divide the tube into as many even sections of your preferred width as you need. Be careful to avoid creating creases, as you'll want uniform, round pieces. Bend the pieces to create a "D" shape, and hot glue the flat part of the shape vertically to the glass jar, starting at the bottom and working your way around the jar before moving up to the next layer. Repeat as needed, and once the glue is set, spray paint the project in your choice of color. Metallics work particularly well for this project. If you need a specific color of spray paint but can't find it, you can make your own. Once it is dry, your decorative vase is complete.

Once finished, you can fill the glass jar with whatever you choose. While the glass could technically contain water and fresh flowers, the toilet paper roll pieces are unlikely to hold up to damage caused by replacing the water or attempting to clean the jar every few days, as is often recommended. The decorative vase will also not be very durable for frequent use, so for the best results, fill it with faux flowers or greenery. For added looks, utilize the game-changing tricks that make artificial flowers look real, and set the vase on a shelf that is not regularly accessed. Over time, you can replace any damaged roll pieces with new ones and a fresh coat of paint to keep it looking nice.