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Get creative with twist ties

When you’re in need of an activity for the little ones (or big ones) pull out those twist ties and exercise your imagination by making people, animals, buildings – anything! Not to sound cliche, but the possibilities are endless and you’re only limited by your imagination.

I discovered this art when I was setting up a computer at my old job. While waiting for software to install I started twisting them around my finger and thought, “Hmm, this looks a little like a person” and the man twist tie was born (on the right).

Craft tips for twist ties

Always looking for a challenge, after making people I thought why not try an animal. Silhouettes were a little challenging for me so I ventured into 3-d and ta-da – little puppies!

Craft tip: Use twist ties as art

This one is my favorite though. I like the simplicity of the curves and how they form a flower. This was formed purely by accident. I just started twirling the twist tie around my finger and then pulled the long end out. Instantly I thought it looked like a flower and did the same to the other end.

Craft tip: get creative with twist ties

And just in time for the holidays I found this Twistie-tie Pompom Gift Toppers tutorial (from Nice Package blog) for those of you who need a job for the little helpers in your house. It’s a great way for them to feel involved with the gift wrapping while staying (a little bit) out of your hair!

Craft tip: get creative with twist ties

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This entry was written on October 28th, 2009 by Cathy and filed under craft tips.
Tags: art, craft tip, crafts, creative, kids activity, twist tie, twistie-tie

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One Response to “Get creative with twist ties”

  1. Mary
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    Mary
    written on October 28th, 2009

    Cute! You could adhere bar pins to the back and actually wear them!


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