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Rainbow Panda Glow Pencil Jar

Create a vibrant and decorative pencil jar that glows, adding a touch of whimsy to any space. Perfect for organizing or as a charming decor piece.

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Materials

Materials

  • 1 piece Clear plastic jar Choose a size that suits your needs.
  • 1 sheet Black vinyl For panda ears and eye patches.
  • 1 sheet White translucent tissue Used to create a frosted appearance.
  • 1 sheet Clear pink cellophane To make the panda's cheeks.
  • 1 sheet Clear blue cellophane To create the panda's bow.
  • 1 sheet Rainbow tissue For the band around the jar.
  • 1 bottle Clear glue For assembling all parts.
  • 1 string Micro fairy lights To create the glowing effect.

Instructions

Preparation

  • Cover sections of the clear jar with white translucent tissue by tearing it into strips and applying clear glue to the jar.
  • Cut out two panda ears and two eye patches from the black vinyl, then attach them to the jar using clear glue.
  • Cut out two rounds for cheeks from the clear pink cellophane and a bow shape from the clear blue cellophane, then attach them to their respective areas on the jar.
  • Cut a strip of rainbow tissue to fit around the base of the jar and secure it with clear glue.
  • Place a smaller pencil cup inside the jar and coil the micro LEDs around it, ensuring they are evenly dispersed.

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Tips & Notes:

Customize colors or patterns to give each jar a unique twist and consider adding embellishments like glitter or stickers for a personal touch.

Nutrition Information: Serving: | Calories: | Carbohydrates: | Protein: | Fat: | Sodium: | Fiber: | Sugar:

Author: Olivia Brooks Course: Cuisine: Keyword: Craft Ideas, DIY Decor, Kids Crafts, Pencil Holder, Rainbow Panda Jar

Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and calculated automatically. Values can vary depending on the brands and ingredients you use, so if you’re tracking closely, I recommend calculating with your own preferred tool.