How to Make a Toothbrush Holder Out of Plastic Canvas

Plastic canvas is a sheet of plastic that can be used to create crafts. It is perfect for making a toothbrush holder because it is waterproof and it has holes in it to let excess water drain, which keeps bacteria from growing. Here is how to make a simple toothbrush holder out of plastic canvas that can be embellished any way you want to match your bathroom's decor.

Things You'll Need

• Plastic string (found in the jewelry section of craft stores)
• Yarn needle
• 2, 8 by 12-inch pieces of plastic canvas
• Marker

Instructions

1. Cut one of the pieces of canvas to 4 by 8 inches.

2. Sew the ends of this pieces of canvas together using a whip stitch to make a barrel shape. A whip stitch is a basic stitch where the needle makes a loop around the edges of the canvas.

3. Set the barrel shape onto the other piece of canvas and trace the bottom onto the piece of canvas with a marker.

4. Cut out the circle and sew it onto the bottom of the barrel with a whip stitch.

5. Decorate as you like.

Tips & Warnings

• Make sure that the canvas has smooth edges by cutting the squares all of the way off.

Resources

• Video on How to Whip Stitch