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One of the most overlooked yet versatile home goods products is a clothespin!

Everything from hanging laundry to holiday ornaments and more is possible with theseclothespin crafts.

arts and crafts with clothespins

The best part about clothespins is that so many different types of them exist today.

This post and crafts may not all call for the same pin, though.

Those are probably some of the most commonly used ones in the crafts below.

Clothespin craft ideas

For a greener and more sustainable swap, make a clothespin wreath.

Buy some colored clothespins, as mentioned above, or paint them yourself for an extra personal touch.

It involves hot glue and your decoration of choice to turn plain old pins into something much more interesting.

clothespin wreath

These are a great option for displaying anything from classroom work to family photos.

Stick with one color flower or grab a bouquet worth of different colors.

Stick with white bottle brushes, or picksome colorful ones up here.

clothespin flowers

American Flag

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Want an American-esque piece of decor for the fourth or just because?

This flag wreath is the perfect answer to pay homage and an excellent piece youll have for years.

A coating of sealant or paint may help with the effect as well.

bottle brush gift embellishments

They wont be the speediest in the bunch, but you’re free to play with them.

Feel free to decorate and paint as you kindly!

Anything from Hotwheels to Model Ts is more than acceptable.

wooden snowman ornament

It has a textured look that feels appropriate for the craft itself.

Seal it all together with some ofthis Mod Podge.

Alternatively, if the kids you know love bugs, this cicada pin cant fail.

snowman

Magnetic Clothespins

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Are you always losing all of your clips or magnets?

Make these magnetic clothespins, andgrab these extra strong magnetsso theyll always stick around.

Washi Tape Magnets

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Dress up your new magnets with some fun washi tape!

American flag

you’re able to even make a few different sets for every season or even month.

This set ofwashi tapehas all the options.

Clock

If youre looking for something truly unique, look no further.

clothespin cars

This clock would make for a great gift for someone with eclectic taste.

This Christmas tree is perfect to do while watching a holiday movie or with a group of kiddos.

You might also enjoy these otherholiday craftsfor a quick crafting fix!

clothespin cross

Have it on hand for a fun project and a great low-key practice moment.

Give the sun fun accessories like a toothy grin and cool shades, or stick to the minimalist version.

The flowers make this wreath pop; grabsome fake flowers here.

cicada

Make them as party favors or for your tree.

Either way, theseDIY Christmas ornamentsare a great and simple option for any crafter.

You could gather a few different ornament materials and offer the kids options.

magnetic clothespins

Or you could make all of them during a movie marathon or with friends.

Offer different skin-tone colored paint to customize each angel if embellishing.

Fairies

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For the believers of fairies, this next craft is perfect for you all.

trivets

check that to have plenty of fun colors for the crafters and all the sparkly accessories.

This pack of yarncovers most hair colors.

Create a singular mermaid or a whole familys wortheach comes out cuter than the last.

chip clips

You will also love these other adorablemermaid crafts!

They make for great decor around a kids room or an easy option for a party favor.

Beyond just painting, I think staining them with wood stain could work well.

washi tape magnets

Fake leaves work better than their real counterparts, but experiment if youd like!

This craft is awesome for a big group of young kids since most of it is straightforward.

The uses for these turkeys are endlessanything from academic work to keeping snacks fresh for longer.

clothespin clock

Offer the animals different colors for each crafter if youd like to.

Dinosaur

The beloved childrens animals and critters just keep coming, and next are the extinct crowd, dinosaurs.

These dinos call for felt to have the most distinctive and longstanding silhouettes.

Christmas tree

Go even further and add magnets to the back or any pins today for a kid-friendly fridge fidget.

Plant Markers

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Forget what you planted right after plantingit happens to the best of us.

Use any decor style, from washi tape to paint pens, whatever fits your style and needs.

clothespin sunshine

Heart

Add this to your seasonal clothespin wreaths!

This heart wreath is obviously a perfect option for Valentines Day and the time surrounding the holiday for lovers.

Keep it classic with an all-red heart, or add a bit of pink, white, or purple.

clothespin sunflower wreath

Dyed Glitter

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For a unique and cute clothespin, dye them and add glitter.

Its one of the easiest projects on the list, and they are one of the simplest step process.

Dragonfly

With youre newly glittered and dyed pins, make these darling dragonfly pins.

Christmas tree ornament

Make these pirate dolls!

Create them to look like your family or people you know for an extra fun touch.

Butterflies

Pair these butterflies with the dragonflies for an extra color for your busy buzzing friends.

clothespin angel ornament

Watercolor Spider

This art project is simple and fun, yet its full of simple directions and steps.

The classic spiderweb craft gets a fun makeover with the addition of the larger-than-life spider crawling back home.

Use mini and regular-sized pins to make a family of spiders return home to their web.

clothespin fairies

Bunny Ears

Bunny ears are maybe the easiest craft you might make within five minutes.

Thiscute craft ideasis perfect during the Spring season for any occasion.

Love Bug

A love bug is one of the cutest Valentines Day crafts you could do with little ones.

clothespin fish

This love bug involves another one of my favorite household goodsa paper plate.

Using simple items to create something joyful and fun will always get me.

You might also have fun with these otherpaper plate crafts!

clothespin mermaids

Bat Magnet

For a spooky edge during the Fall and Halloween season, try making these little bat magnets.

They fall into the same category as our other critters and creatures.

And, for a good reason: bats will always be attached to Halloween.

clothespin airplanes

Birds on a Branch

Last but not least, these goofy and sweet birds on a branch!

They are an easy yet fun option for any age of crafter.

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