DIY Crayon Pencil Holder
DIY Crayon Pencil Holder
DIY pencil holders make the best gifts! I’ve been making these pencil holders with my classes now for over 20 years and they are always a hit! Just so you know, you can totally make these homemade pencil holders using pencils, colored pencils or even sticks – but I think the crayon ones are the absolute most fun! And who doesn’t love Crayola crayons? Today I am posting one of my favorites – I do this pencil holder with every class and its always a win. The hardest part is the beginning but then it is smooth sailing!
What Do I Need to Make a DIY Crayon Pencil Holder?
CRAYONS – for a Pringles can you need at least 32 crayons (can be more or less depending on jar size)
MINI PRINGLES CANS
RUBBERBAND
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How to Make a DIY Crayon Pencil Holder
Step 1: Clean out the pringles cans using a wipe. You can also use soap and water which is good – especially if you’ve eaten salt and vinegar chips!
Step 2: Sort the crayons. You will need about 33 crayons. Place them in the order you want them to go.
Sorting the crayons
Step 3: Place a rubberband around the pringles can. This step is important because it keeps the crayons in place until the glue dries.
The rubber band should hold the crayon in place
Step 4: Add glue above the rubber band and below. Press firmly until the crayon stays in place. Continue adding crayons all the way around.
Add glue.
Do not worry if a little bit of glue gets on the crayons. They dry clear. Also, crayons might rotate. If you want the colors or the logo to show, be sure to rotate before the glue dries.
Step 5: Add a ribbon to cover the rubberband. You can also remove the rubber band and just keep your diy pencil holder plain – but I really think the ribbons look nice!
Add a ribbon to make it fancy!
Step 6: Let dry and enjoy! These make great gifts!
Still want more information on making a DIY pencil holder? Watch my youtube video here:
If you loved this project and want another project that takes around 45 minutes, check out this one!
