Cut to shorter lengths and use to organize and group items together like paint brushes, utensils (for a picnic), drill bits (long ones like wood), screw drivers, anything that has a bit of length to it. You can cover the cardboard with contact paper or paint it to dress it up.
I use mine to keep extension cords corralled. I also use them to wrap christmas lights around so they are not tangled. I store my craft items in some. Paint brushes, fake berries for wreaths, pop sticks for glue etc.
Hi Edie: Yeah, I do that, too, save stuff and why???? I save boxes. I don't want to throw them out because, you know, they're good boxes! Yup, getting old and saving stuff :) Anyway, here's a site that has some ideas:
And, if you're crafty, check this site. All you do is left click on one you like, it will come up big on the right, then left click on it and instructions will come up for you.
The thicker tubes might be cut down and used as mold for circles. If you use plaster they can be painted into wood slices or painted as tiles for an artistic wall project. If you use cement, you might make them into a garden path. If you use epoxy, you might make coasters or holiday ornaments.
The thinner tubes can be used to organize items like corralling the cords behind the TV or separating extension cords and holiday light strands. If you glue 2 or 3 together, you can spritz them with perfume and place inside boots in the closet keeping inside smelling nice and boot upright while not in use. You can make some cut outs and then glue lace around the tube - fill with potpourri - secure the ends and place in linen closet.
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12 Surprisingly Practical Things You Can Do With Cardboard Tubes
https://www.onegoodthingbyjillee.com/12-uses-for-cardboard-tubes/
23 Best Uses for Heavy Duty Cardboard Tubeshttp://cardboardhelp.com/uses-for-heavy-duty-cardboard-tubes/
Here are some ideas for you:
https://www.womansday.com/home/crafts-projects/g2099/cardboard-tubes/
here are some ideas for you
https://www.pinterest.com/rbred/repurpose-cardboard-tubes/
https://www.simplemost.com/11-genious-ways-reuse-toilet-paper-tubes/
I use some to hold extension cords or long cords on small appliances or craft tools.
If the hole is big enough, you could create a cool wine bottle holder.
I use these to store all electric cords. They fit right in. Label each one great for organization
This is cute organizer for pencils https://www.pinterest.com/pin/810366526698685082/
Depending on the size, they can be painted, cut to size and glued together for storage. They also make great starter pots for plant.
I’ve been saving mine to make DIY bird feeders. You can spread peanut butter on them and roll them in bird seed.
You can use them to make cute gift containers, too: https://pin.it/7FNbMSf
Possibly for organizer clips for vinyl sorting labeling your vinyl roll collection for vinyl cutter supply storage.
Cut them to size, about2"-3" long, fill with dirt and start your seeds for spring planting:
https://www.familyhandyman.com/article/frugal-gardening-tip-grow-seedlings-in-toilet-paper-tubes/
Another popular idea is the quilling. Here’s a visual for your reference.
https://www.google.com/search?q=Quilling+with+cardboard+tubes&tbm=isch&hl=en-us&chips=q:quilling+with+cardboard+tubes,online_chips:paper+towel&client=safari&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjDi6mekZTuAhXnL1kFHTjPDaEQ4lYoBHoECAEQHg&biw=1024&bih=1235
https://www.google.com/search?q=Quilling+with+cardboard+tubes&client=safari&hl=en-us&sxsrf=ALeKk01kE-K1-sQP1DAvMMBbnDqMNfoX1A:1610376725102&tbm=isch&source=iu&ictx=1&fir=rg_HP_vNCPGbDM%252Cber7k_v89pKaFM%252C_&vet=1&usg=AI4_-kTDfJ1aS_0eihJb07CcDULgno3IZg&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjhwJ3lkJTuAhXhw1kKHYidCHcQ9QF6BAgJEAE#imgrc=rg_HP_vNCPGbDM
Cut to shorter lengths and use to organize and group items together like paint brushes, utensils (for a picnic), drill bits (long ones like wood), screw drivers, anything that has a bit of length to it. You can cover the cardboard with contact paper or paint it to dress it up.
I use mine to keep extension cords corralled. I also use them to wrap christmas lights around so they are not tangled. I store my craft items in some. Paint brushes, fake berries for wreaths, pop sticks for glue etc.
Hi Edie, hope these help you out,
https://tiphero.com/10-ways-to-reuse-cardboard-tubes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=duYn_SS17IQ
Hi Edie: Yeah, I do that, too, save stuff and why???? I save boxes. I don't want to throw them out because, you know, they're good boxes! Yup, getting old and saving stuff :) Anyway, here's a site that has some ideas:
https://www.rd.com/article/uses-for-cardboard-tubes/#:~:text=%2020%20Incredible%20Uses%20for%20Cardboard%20Tubes%20,boots%20from%20flopping%20over%20and%20developing...%20More%20
And, if you're crafty, check this site. All you do is left click on one you like, it will come up big on the right, then left click on it and instructions will come up for you.
https://www.google.com/search?source=univ&tbm=isch&q=how+to+make+christmas+ornaments+from+tp+tubes&client=firefox-b-1-d&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjSzbKmpZXuAhUDlawKHVV3C0EQjJkEegQIHhAB&biw=1366&bih=613
Goo0d luck and have fun
This is an older discussion from Hometalk with some more ideas: https://www.hometalk.com/28350397/q-cardboard-tube-craft-ideas
I'm looking for Cardboard tube craft ideas
So many cool ideas here:
Home and Garden DIY Ideas | Hometalk
The thicker tubes might be cut down and used as mold for circles. If you use plaster they can be painted into wood slices or painted as tiles for an artistic wall project. If you use cement, you might make them into a garden path. If you use epoxy, you might make coasters or holiday ornaments.
The thinner tubes can be used to organize items like corralling the cords behind the TV or separating extension cords and holiday light strands. If you glue 2 or 3 together, you can spritz them with perfume and place inside boots in the closet keeping inside smelling nice and boot upright while not in use. You can make some cut outs and then glue lace around the tube - fill with potpourri - secure the ends and place in linen closet.