How to Upcycle Graduation Decorations

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Reuse graduation decorations from previous children or friends.

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Supplies needed: jute twine hot glue gun paper Mache numbers

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Start in a corner of of number with a dab of hot glue.

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Attach jute twine with glue.

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Wrap twine around numbers using glue as you go.

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The corners can be tricky. Get my easy tip by tapping the button below.

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And that's it! Super easy way to update old decor to match a different theme.

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Get more graduation ideas by tapping the link below.

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How to Upcycle Graduation Decorations

Reuse graduation decorations from previous children or friends.

Supplies needed: jute twine hot glue gun paper Mache numbers

Start in a corner of of number with a dab of hot glue.

Attach jute twine with glue.

Wrap twine around numbers using glue as you go.

The corners can be tricky. Get my easy tip by tapping the button below.

And that's it! Super easy way to update old decor to match a different theme.

Get more graduation ideas by tapping the link below.

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