Recycled jar pencil station craft for 12-year-olds
This organization project is for 12-year-olds building a desk station from clean plastic jars. It uses plastic containers only and does not require cutting glass.
What to buy
Clean wide-mouth plastic jars with lids
3
Small manual pencil sharpener
1
Colored vinyl tape
3 rolls
Patterned scrapbook paper
3 sheets
Blank adhesive labels
1 sheet
Fine-tip permanent markers
2
Strong double-sided tape
1 roll
Cardstock dividers
3
Small adhesive hook-and-loop dots
6 pairs
Ruler
1
Who this list is for
This desk organization project is for a 12-year-old building a pencil station from clean plastic jars. It uses plastic containers only and does not require cutting glass.
How to use this list
Wash and dry the three wide-mouth plastic jars and lids before decorating. Measure patterned scrapbook paper with the ruler, attach it using strong double-sided tape, and cover seams with colored vinyl tape. Add blank adhesive labels and write contents with fine-tip permanent markers. Use cardstock dividers and adhesive hook-and-loop dots to organize the jars and lids, then place the small manual pencil sharpener where it is easy to reach.
Common mistakes
Do not use glass jars or attempt to cut any container. Apply paper only to fully dry plastic so the tape holds. Keep the manual pencil sharpener separate from paper labels and loose dividers so pencil shavings do not spread through the station.
What is on this list
The list calls for three clean wide-mouth plastic jars with lids, one manual pencil sharpener, three vinyl tape rolls, three scrapbook paper sheets, adhesive labels, two permanent markers, strong double-sided tape, three cardstock dividers, six hook-and-loop dot pairs, and a ruler. Cross off what you own.
When you are done
Label the jars clearly and test that each lid and divider stays in place. Put the pencil station on a desk, and empty the manual sharpener as needed so the organized jars remain clean.
FAQ
Who is "Recycled jar pencil station craft for 12-year-olds" for?
This desk organization project is for a 12-year-old building a pencil station from clean plastic jars. It uses plastic containers only and does not require cutting glass.
How should I use "Recycled jar pencil station craft for 12-year-olds"?
Wash and dry the three wide-mouth plastic jars and lids before decorating. Measure patterned scrapbook paper with the ruler, attach it using strong double-sided tape, and cover seams with colored vinyl tape. Add blank adhesive labels and write contents with fine-tip permanent markers. Use cardstock dividers and adhesive hook-and-loop dots to organize the ja…
What should I skip or avoid with "Recycled jar pencil station craft for 12-year-olds"?
Do not use glass jars or attempt to cut any container. Apply paper only to fully dry plastic so the tape holds. Keep the manual pencil sharpener separate from paper labels and loose dividers so pencil shavings do not spread through the station.
What is on the "Recycled jar pencil station craft for 12-year-olds" list?
The list calls for three clean wide-mouth plastic jars with lids, one manual pencil sharpener, three vinyl tape rolls, three scrapbook paper sheets, adhesive labels, two permanent markers, strong double-sided tape, three cardstock dividers, six hook-and-loop dot pairs, and a ruler. Cross off what you own.
What should I do when I am done?
Label the jars clearly and test that each lid and divider stays in place. Put the pencil station on a desk, and empty the manual sharpener as needed so the organized jars remain clean.
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