How to Use Normally Discarded Items as Artistic Tools

By ggbean

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With everything today "GOING GREEN" it only makes sense to make use and reuse of everything we purchase. I will tell you how to use what is normally considered "GARBAGE" in a way that not only saves you money in supplies but is earth friendly.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

  • used plastic bags, used dish sponges, used newspaper, lids from condiment jars and plastic water/juice bottles
Step1
Save all packaging that has definite shapes and/or texture
Step2
Can use old newspaper, sponges and plastic bags to put texture into paint on walls as well as canvases
Step3
Can use plastic lids from condiment jars and water bottles as circular stencils. These will last forever. The water bottle lids also are a great way to keep each color of your paint palette seperate

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