Have you ever seen one of those really large cardboard cylinder tubes and thought, “What in the world is that thing good for?” Sure, they are like giant paper towel rolls on steroids, but these giants beg for imagination to take over and pour forth some incredible ideas for your home.
A possible project could be morphing one of these huge tubes into a cool lamp. That’s right-a lamp. Just take a tube and cut it to whatever height pleases your fancy; give it a good, old lick of paint. Aztec patterns, bright polka dots, or maybe a fashionable ombre effect-really, anything you like. A gleaming piece sure to get your guests abuzz. Whoever said it’s necessary to break the bank over some fancy lighting fixture?
How about taking those tubes and making an imaginary playhouse for the kids or the dogs? Cut some strategic holes and windows in, maybe a splash of wild color with non-toxic paints.
Then, it is a sight to watch your furry buddy or tiny tot explore his new kingdom and is sure to bring a grin to your face. Kids love having their own spaces, and your new four-legged kingdom will be an especially charming view.
Feeling arty? Go Picasso on it, then. Grab some paint, and get tubular for a canvas. And who knew these tubular titans would unlock your hidden talent? For all those botany lovers, these cardboard wonders can double up as stands for plants. Cut to size, cover with adhesive paper in whatever motif you fancy or leave it naked for that ‘natural’ look. Stack ’em up, and you have a ‘terraced’ plant palace or place them at random through your living space. It’s high time for those greenthumbs to show off their talents.