{"id":48818,"date":"2025-03-10T04:24:02","date_gmt":"2025-03-10T04:24:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/?p=48818"},"modified":"2025-03-10T04:29:50","modified_gmt":"2025-03-10T04:29:50","slug":"diy-recycling-crafts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/cospedia\/diy-recycling-crafts","title":{"rendered":"5 DIY Recycling Crafts to Reduce Waste"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"48818\" class=\"elementor elementor-48818\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dc64218 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"dc64218\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-16672ac elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"16672ac\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"271\">In today\u2019s world, sustainability is more important than ever, and one of the best ways to teach kids about recycling is through hands-on creativity. DIY recycling crafts not only allow children to reuse everyday materials but also spark their imaginations and creativity.<\/p><p data-start=\"273\" data-end=\"620\">From transforming paper plates into functional clocks to turning cardboard rolls into vibrant fish, these innovative projects offer a fun way to learn about the importance of recycling and repurposing. These activities demonstrate that recycling goes beyond sorting waste; it\u2019s about thinking outside the box and giving new life to everyday items.<\/p><p data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"882\">So, gather your recyclables and dive into these easy, exciting DIY crafts that turn waste into something beautiful and useful. These simple yet engaging projects encourage kids and adults alike to reduce waste, promote sustainability, and unleash their creativity.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-690275e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"690275e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">1. Paper Plate Clock<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f2c1b5b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f2c1b5b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"226\"><strong data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"224\">Materials Needed:<\/strong><\/h3><ul><li data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"426\"><a title=\"Paper plate\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?productCodes=PLAT1222%7CPLAT1230%7CPLAT1227%7CPLAT1225%7CPLAT1035%7CPLAT1005%7CPLAT1045\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Paper plate<\/a><\/li><li data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"426\"><a title=\"Compass\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=math%20set&amp;categories=252401&amp;brands=MAPED%7CMICADOR%7CSTAEDTLER&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Compass<\/a> or any round object<\/li><li data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"426\"><a title=\"Copy paper\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/g\/coloured-copy-paper\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Copy paper<\/a> (for clock hands)<\/li><li data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"426\">Split pin\/<a title=\"Paper Binder\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=split%20pin&amp;categories=355010%7C3550%7C35&amp;brands=&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1&amp;fromPrice=0&amp;toPrice=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Paper Binder<\/a><\/li><li data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"426\"><a title=\"Marker\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=marker&amp;categories=702210%7C702220%7C702230%7C703570%7C703515%7C703530%7C703560%7C702620%7C702630&amp;brands=&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Marker<\/a><\/li><li data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"426\"><a title=\"Scissors\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=scissor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Scissors<\/a><\/li><li data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"426\"><a title=\"Glue stick\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=glue%20stick&amp;categories=255169&amp;brands=COS&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glue stick<\/a><\/li><li data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"426\"><a title=\"Ruler\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=ruler&amp;categories=252425&amp;brands=&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ruler<\/a><\/li><li data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"426\"><a title=\"Pom-poms\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=pom%20pom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pom-poms<\/a>, <a title=\"rhinestones\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=rhinestone\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rhinestones<\/a>, <a title=\"sequins\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=sequin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sequins<\/a>, or <a title=\"jewels\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=jewel&amp;categories=252987%7C2529%7C25&amp;brands=&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">jewels<\/a> for decoration<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1cc9316 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1cc9316\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-09703f7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"09703f7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/DIY-Recycling-craft-Paper-Plate-Clock-1024x614.png.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-48894\" alt=\"Paper Plate Clock for kids\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/DIY-Recycling-craft-Paper-Plate-Clock-1024x614.png.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/DIY-Recycling-craft-Paper-Plate-Clock-300x180.png.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/DIY-Recycling-craft-Paper-Plate-Clock-768x461.png.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/DIY-Recycling-craft-Paper-Plate-Clock-1080x648.png.avif 1080w, https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/DIY-Recycling-craft-Paper-Plate-Clock.png 1250w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" data-smush-avif-fallback=\"{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.cos.net.au\\\/c\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/03\\\/DIY-Recycling-craft-Paper-Plate-Clock-1024x614.png&quot;,&quot;srcset&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.cos.net.au\\\/c\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/03\\\/DIY-Recycling-craft-Paper-Plate-Clock-1024x614.png 1024w, https:\\\/\\\/www.cos.net.au\\\/c\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/03\\\/DIY-Recycling-craft-Paper-Plate-Clock-300x180.png 300w, https:\\\/\\\/www.cos.net.au\\\/c\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/03\\\/DIY-Recycling-craft-Paper-Plate-Clock-768x461.png 768w, https:\\\/\\\/www.cos.net.au\\\/c\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/03\\\/DIY-Recycling-craft-Paper-Plate-Clock-1080x648.png 1080w, https:\\\/\\\/www.cos.net.au\\\/c\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/03\\\/DIY-Recycling-craft-Paper-Plate-Clock.png 1250w&quot;}\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-274c3cc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"274c3cc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"456\"><strong data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"454\">Instructions:<\/strong><\/h3><h4 data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"500\"><strong data-start=\"463\" data-end=\"498\">Step 1: Prepare the Paper Plate<\/strong><\/h4><ul data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"730\"><li data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"553\">Take a paper plate as the base for your clock.<\/li><li data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"553\">Cut a circle from a piece of copy paper to fit the inside of the plate. This will be the background for your numbers.<\/li><li data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"880\">Cut 12 small circles from copy paper. These will represent the numbers on the clock.<\/li><li data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"985\">Write the numbers 1-12 on the circles using a black marker, ensuring they are clear and readable.<\/li><li data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"788\">Decorate the edges of the paper plate using markers or paint. Get creative and use colours or patterns that match the theme you want for your clock!<\/li><li data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"730\">Stick the numbers around the edges of the plate. Use a ruler to space them evenly.<\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"773\"><strong data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"771\">Step 2: Create the Clock Hands<\/strong><\/h4><ul data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"969\"><li data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"830\">Cut two strips of coloured paper for the clock hands. One strip should be shorter (hour hand), and the other should be longer (minute hand).<\/li><li data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1415\">Shape the ends of both strips into a pointed tip for easy identification.<\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"971\" data-end=\"1012\"><strong data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"1010\">Step 3: Attach the Clock Hands<\/strong><\/h4><ul data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1212\"><li data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1083\">Make a small hole in the centre of the plate with a sharp pencil. This is where the clock hands will be attached.<\/li><li data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1131\">Poke holes at the ends of both clock hands.<\/li><li data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1897\">Secure the clock hands to the plate by attaching them with a split pin\/paper binder through the centre hole. This allows the hands to move around.<\/li><li data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"2027\">Hide the split pin by gluing a small circle of paper over the back of the plate. This ensures the pin is covered and safe.<\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1252\"><strong data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1250\">Step 4: Decorate Your Clock<\/strong><\/h4><ul data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1419\"><li data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1332\">Let kids colour the plate. Add fun elements like pom-poms, sequins, rhinestones, or drawings around the clock face.<\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1459\"><strong data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1457\">Step 5: Learn to Tell Time<\/strong><\/h4><ul data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1586\"><li data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2461\">Practice setting the time by moving the hands of the clock. Let kids experiment by setting different times.<\/li><li data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1586\">Use the clock as a fun learning tool to teach kids how to read time, helping them understand the concept of hours and minutes.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7e8330e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"7e8330e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3ba39c0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3ba39c0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">2. DIY Fish Craft Using a Cardboard Roll\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c7c6748 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c7c6748\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"278\"><strong data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"278\">Materials Needed:<\/strong><\/h3><ul data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"518\"><li data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"306\">Craft <a title=\"cardboard roll\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/p\/cardboard-roll-ec-craft-hygienic-box60-kraft\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cardboard roll<\/a><\/li><li data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"333\"><a title=\"Paint\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=paint\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Paint<\/a> or <a title=\"coloured copy paper\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/g\/coloured-copy-paper\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">coloured copy paper<\/a><\/li><li data-start=\"334\" data-end=\"368\"><a title=\"Joggle eyes\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=joggle&amp;categories=252910&amp;brands=&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Joggle eyes<\/a> or marker for eyes<\/li><li data-start=\"369\" data-end=\"381\">Scissors<\/li><li data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"398\">Glue or <a title=\"tape\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=tape&amp;categories=509350%7C509360%7C509340%7C509320%7C509310%7C509330&amp;brands=COS&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tape<\/a><\/li><li data-start=\"460\" data-end=\"518\">Optional: <a title=\"Glitter\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=glitter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glitter<\/a>, stickers, or sequins for decoration<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bec594c elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"bec594c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"541\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/Cardboard-Roll-Fish-1024x615.png.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-48857\" alt=\"DIY recycling craft for kids\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/Cardboard-Roll-Fish-1024x615.png.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/Cardboard-Roll-Fish-300x180.png.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/Cardboard-Roll-Fish-768x461.png.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/Cardboard-Roll-Fish-1536x922.png.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/Cardboard-Roll-Fish-1080x648.png.avif 1080w, https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Cardboard-Roll-Fish.png 1563w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" data-smush-avif-fallback=\"{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.cos.net.au\\\/c\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/03\\\/Cardboard-Roll-Fish-1024x615.png&quot;,&quot;srcset&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.cos.net.au\\\/c\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/03\\\/Cardboard-Roll-Fish-1024x615.png 1024w, https:\\\/\\\/www.cos.net.au\\\/c\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/03\\\/Cardboard-Roll-Fish-300x180.png 300w, https:\\\/\\\/www.cos.net.au\\\/c\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/03\\\/Cardboard-Roll-Fish-768x461.png 768w, https:\\\/\\\/www.cos.net.au\\\/c\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/03\\\/Cardboard-Roll-Fish-1536x922.png 1536w, https:\\\/\\\/www.cos.net.au\\\/c\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/03\\\/Cardboard-Roll-Fish-1080x648.png 1080w, https:\\\/\\\/www.cos.net.au\\\/c\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/03\\\/Cardboard-Roll-Fish.png 1563w&quot;}\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d65fa07 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"d65fa07\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e2b6ca elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4e2b6ca\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><strong>Instructions:<\/strong><\/h3><h4><strong data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"712\">Step 1: Create the Fish Shape<\/strong><\/h4><ul><li data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"492\">Flatten one end of the toilet paper roll slightly.<\/li><li data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"615\">Cut small slits on the flat end to create a fishtail shape, or simply shape it into a tail and secure with glue or tape.<\/li><\/ul><h4><strong data-start=\"545\" data-end=\"563\">Step 2: Paint or Cover the Fish<\/strong><\/h4><ul><li>Cover the fish shape with paint or wrap it with coloured copy paper in your chosen colour.<\/li><\/ul><h4><strong data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"849\">Step 3: Add Fins<\/strong><\/h4><ul><li data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"881\">Cut out two fin shapes from coloured paper.<\/li><li data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"948\">Attach them securely to the sides of the roll with glue or tape.<\/li><\/ul><h4><strong data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1017\">Step 4: Create the Fish&#8217;s Face<\/strong><\/h4><ul><li data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1072\">Glue on joggle eyes or use a marker to draw eyes, giving your fish personality.<\/li><\/ul><h4><strong>Step 5: Make the Scales<\/strong><\/h4><ul><li data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1159\">Draw small circles on different coloured copy paper.<\/li><li data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1194\">Cut out the circles carefully.<\/li><li data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1308\">Glue them onto the body of the fish, overlapping them for a 3D effect that gives texture to your fish&#8217;s scales.<\/li><\/ul><h4><strong data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1141\">Step 5: Decorate your Fish<\/strong><\/h4><ul><li>Use glitter, sequins, or rhinestones to make your fish unique and colourful.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-720203b e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"720203b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1ae518f elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1ae518f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">3. Plastic Bottle Easter Basket\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-72e3e64 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"72e3e64\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-126a031 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"126a031\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"232\"><strong data-start=\"209\" data-end=\"230\">Materials Needed:<\/strong><\/h3><ul data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"521\"><li data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"293\">An empty plastic bottle (e.g., soda or juice bottle)<\/li><li data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"293\"><a title=\"Crayons\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=crayon&amp;categories=&amp;brands=COS&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crayons<\/a> or <a title=\"coloured markers\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=coloured%20marker&amp;categories=252520&amp;brands=&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">coloured markers<\/a><\/li><li data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"327\">Scissors or a <a title=\"snap cutter\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=snapcutter&amp;categories=422010%7C4220%7C42&amp;brands=&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">snap cutter<\/a><\/li><li data-start=\"328\" data-end=\"358\">Paint or coloured paper<\/li><li data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"387\">Glue stick or <a title=\"PVA glue\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=pva%20glue&amp;categories=255166&amp;brands=&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PVA glue<\/a><\/li><li data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"432\"><a title=\"Ribbon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=ribbon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ribbon<\/a>\u00a0or decorative elements<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d587377 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"d587377\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"541\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/Easter-Plastic-Bottle-Basket-1024x615.png.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-48849\" alt=\"Easter Craft for kids\" 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\/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-06f5e8a e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"06f5e8a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4222c00 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4222c00\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"585\"><strong data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"583\">Instructions:<\/strong><\/h3><h4 data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"585\"><strong data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"583\">Step 1: Prepare the Bottle<\/strong><\/h4><ul><li data-start=\"69\" data-end=\"131\">Begin by thoroughly washing and drying your plastic bottle.<\/li><li data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"189\">Use a snap cutter to trim the bottle to your desired height for the basket.<\/li><li data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"293\">If the edges are sharp, smooth them out with tape or gently sand them down for safety.<\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"866\"><strong data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"864\">Step 2: Decorate the Basket<\/strong><\/h4><ul data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"1109\"><li data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"935\">Cut two strips of coloured copy paper, each 4 cm wide and long enough to wrap around the bottle.<\/li><li data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"1029\">For one strip, create a grass-like design by drawing and cutting out the shape.<\/li><li data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"1029\">Stick this grass strip to the bottom of the bottle. Then, wrap the second strip around the top section of the basket.<\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1142\"><strong data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1140\">Step 3: Attach the Handle<\/strong><\/h4><ul data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1412\"><li data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1224\">Cut a 2cm W and 10 cm long strip of coloured paper for the handle.<\/li><li data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1224\">Stick both ends securely to the inside of the bottle to create a sturdy handle for your basket.<\/li><\/ul><h4><strong>Step 4: Add Decorative Elements<\/strong><\/h4><ul><li>Draw and colour shapes like flowers or stars on coloured paper.<\/li><li>Cut them out and stick it in the middle section of the basket.<\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1445\"><strong data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1443\">Step 4: Fill Your Basket<\/strong><\/h4><ul data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1567\"><li data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1567\">Fill your basket with Easter eggs, chocolates, or small gifts.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d7f95d0 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"d7f95d0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-55ccbad elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"55ccbad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">4. Tissue Box Aquarium<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a280c03 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a280c03\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><strong>Materials Needed:<\/strong><\/h3><ul><li data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"601\">Empty<a title=\"tissue box\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=tissue%20box&amp;categories=415020%7C4150&amp;brands=COS&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> tissue box<\/a> (rectangular with an open top or cut-out front)<\/li><li data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"601\">Coloured paper for the background and for creating fish, seaweed, and decorations<\/li><li data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"601\"><a title=\"Twine\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=twine&amp;categories=424030%7C4240%7C42&amp;brands=&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twine<\/a> or string (to hang fish)<\/li><li data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"601\">Scissors and glue<\/li><li data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"601\">Markers or crayons<\/li><li data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"601\"><a title=\"Pipe cleaners\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=pipe%20cleaner&amp;categories=252915&amp;brands=&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stem Pipe cleaners<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-773cdc0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"773cdc0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"541\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/DIY-Recycling-craft-Aquarium-1024x615.png.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-48931\" alt=\"Easter Craft for kids\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/DIY-Recycling-craft-Aquarium-1024x615.png.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/DIY-Recycling-craft-Aquarium-300x180.png.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/DIY-Recycling-craft-Aquarium-768x461.png.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/DIY-Recycling-craft-Aquarium-1536x922.png.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/DIY-Recycling-craft-Aquarium-1080x648.png.avif 1080w, https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/DIY-Recycling-craft-Aquarium.png 1563w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" 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\/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a5c26af e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"a5c26af\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e551dc7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e551dc7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"631\"><strong data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"629\">Instructions:<\/strong><\/h3><h4 data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"669\"><strong data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"667\">Step 1: Prepare the Tissue Box<\/strong><\/h4><ul data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"924\"><li data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"728\">Start by removing any paper or plastic from the opening of the tissue box.<\/li><li data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"352\">Cut a large rectangle-shaped opening in the front of the box to create a clear &#8220;window&#8221; for your aquarium.<\/li><li data-start=\"353\" data-end=\"507\">Paint the inside of the box a vibrant blue or cover it with blue copy paper to create an ocean-like background.<\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"967\"><strong data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"965\">Step 2: Create the Underwater Scene<\/strong><\/h4><ul data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"1319\"><li data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"1068\">Use a pencil to draw fish, seaweed, and other marine creatures like starfish, crabs, or jellyfish on paper.<\/li><li data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"1068\">Add fun details, like fins, scales, and facial features, to your fish and intricate patterns to the coral.<\/li><li data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"589\">Colour the marine creatures using crayons, markers, or coloured pencils. For added dimension, try using different shades for shading or blending techniques.<\/li><li data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"589\">Carefully cut out your fish and sea creatures.<\/li><li data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"589\">Use string to attach the fish to the inside top of the tissue box. Tape or glue the string securely, so it looks like your fish are swimming in the ocean.<\/li><li data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1189\">Once done, attach fish to strings and tape or glue them to the inside top of the box so they look like they are &#8220;floating.&#8221;<\/li><li data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1319\">Cut out seaweed and coral shapes.<\/li><li data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1356\">Glue these to the bottom and sides of the box to create a vibrant underwater world.<\/li><li data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1319\">You can layer different sizes and shapes to add depth.<\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1350\"><strong data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1348\">Step 3: Add Sparkle &amp; Fun Details<\/strong><\/h4><ul data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1505\"><li data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1429\">Glue sequins, beads, or small shells inside the box for extra shimmer. This will make your aquarium feel even more magical.<\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"1507\" data-end=\"1543\"><strong data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1541\">Step 4: Display Your Aquarium<\/strong><\/h4><ul data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1680\"><li data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1680\">You can display your aquarium on a table or desk to bring some ocean vibes to your space.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ebb7caa e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ebb7caa\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0dde365 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"0dde365\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Paper Cup Bin<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b0aee4b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b0aee4b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"183\"><strong>Materials Needed:<\/strong><\/h3><ul data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"385\"><li data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"221\"><a title=\"Paper cups\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=paper%20cup&amp;categories=105520%7C1055%7C10&amp;brands=COS&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Paper cups<\/a> (disposable or reusable)<\/li><li data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"246\">Glue stick<\/li><li data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"297\">Copy paper<\/li><li data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"297\">Paint or coloured marker<\/li><li data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"297\">Scissors<\/li><li data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"297\"><a title=\"Popstick\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=popstick\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Popstick<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4b14f27 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"4b14f27\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"541\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/Paper-cup-bin-1024x615.png.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-48865\" alt=\"DIY recycling craft for kids\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/03\/Paper-cup-bin-1024x615.png.avif 1024w, 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class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><strong>Instructions:<\/strong><\/h3><h4><strong>Step 1: Cover the Paper Cups<\/strong><\/h4><ul data-start=\"440\" data-end=\"659\"><li data-start=\"440\" data-end=\"519\">Take 2 paper cups, depending on the size of the bin you want to create.<\/li><li data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"659\">If you have any paper cups with printed designs, you can cover them with coloured copy paper to give them a fresh, colourful look.<\/li><\/ul><h4><strong>Step 2: Create the Removable Inner Bin<\/strong><\/h4><div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\"><div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words text-start [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"43c38b8b-4f79-425f-9d4e-79a2216416dc\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\"><div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"><div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"><ul><li data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"180\">Decorate one paper cup and set it aside to be used as the outer bin. Then, take the second paper cup and carefully trim about 2 cm from the top using scissors or a snap cutter.<\/li><li data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"180\">This trimmed cup will serve as the removable inner bin for collecting trash.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><h4><strong>Step 3: Assemble the Mini Bin<\/strong><\/h4><ul><li data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"907\">Place the trimmed paper cup inside the full-sized cup. This will create a removable inner cup for easy disposal.<\/li><li data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"983\">If the inner cup doesn\u2019t fit smoothly, trim a bit more from the edges.<\/li><\/ul><h4><strong>Step 4: Attach the Popstick for Creating Paddle<\/strong><\/h4><ul><li>Using a snap cutter, create a small horizontal cut 2 cm above the bottom of the bin.<\/li><li>Take one popstick and break it in half. Insert one half into the cut, making sure it moves easily.<\/li><li data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1421\">To secure it, attach a small piece (about 1 cm) to the top of the popstick, preventing it from slipping through the opening.<\/li><li data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1484\">This popstick will act as a paddle to open the bin\u2019s lid.<\/li><\/ul><h4><strong>Step 5: Create the Lid<\/strong><\/h4><ul><li data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1617\">Place the paper cup on a sheet of cardboard or copy paper and trace a circle around its rim. Cut out the circle carefully.<\/li><li data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1764\">Stick the cut-out circle to the top of the bin using tape, securing only one side so it can open like a flap.<\/li><li data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1880\">To create a handle, cut a strip of copy paper 1 cm wide x 8 cm long and stick it in the middle of the lid (as shown in image 7).<\/li><\/ul><h4><strong>Step 6: Decorate the Bin<\/strong><\/h4><ul><li data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"2016\">Add a recycling logo or write a label on the bin, such as &#8220;Mini Trash Bin&#8221; or &#8220;Recycle Here.&#8221;<\/li><\/ul><h4><strong>Step 7: Start Using Your Mini Bin<\/strong><\/h4><ul><li data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2169\">Place it on your desk, study table, or craft station.<\/li><li data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2281\">Press the popstick to open the lid and dispose of small trash items like pencil shavings or candy wrappers.<\/li><li data-start=\"2282\" data-end=\"2339\">When full, remove the inner cup, empty it, and reuse!<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-03d004c e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"03d004c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b148858 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b148858\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"123\">If you&#8217;re looking for fun and creative ways to create with your recycling, these DIY recycling projects are the perfect place to start.<\/p><p data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"805\">Transform an old cardboard box into a <a title=\"decorative bookcase\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/cospedia\/upcycle-cardboard-box\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">decorative bookcase<\/a>, perfect for organising books and small items. 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