How To Use Washi Tape At Home

You've seen washi tape all over Pinterest and crafting blogs, and maybe you even have a secret stash somewhere. They're adorable to look at and almost too cute to use, but why keep them to yourself? Here are some DIY washi tape ideas that venture beyond the realm of paper crafts and scrapbooking.

Picture Frames and Magnets

Plain picture frames instantly brighten up when you add colorful washi tape. Choose patterns that match the mood of your photos. You can also display pictures on your refrigerator or other magnetic surfaces by fixing washi tape to strip magnets, which we achieved by cutting up magnetic roll tape. It gives a fun, scrapbook look to any space.

Light Switches and Outlets

Add a spark to your light switches and outlets with washi tape. Flex your inner interior decorator muscles by adding a spark to your light switches and outlets. Washi tape adds a pop of fun and personality to an otherwise bland wall. If you choose to cover the whole outlet or light switch, try to pick a washi tape that features a pattern that lines up easily, like the olive green flower design that we used in the picture. For the light switch, we used a straight and skinny washi tape for a subtle pop of color.

Stickon Coasters

Use washi tape so that guests can remember which cup is theirs. If you love adding extra touches when entertaining guests, embellish white coasters with washi tape. Your guests will want to know where these delightful coasters came from and subsequently be impressed by your creativity. Vary the designs on the coasters so guests will remember exactly which cup is theirs.

A Special Home Tree Pattern

Spruce up your living space with a washi tape tree. Make holiday trees, trees to keep track of kids' heights, or trees just because. You can even swap out the leaves, which were made from construction paper, to mimic the changing seasons. For our tree, we chose a thicker tape with a brown tone. For the trunk, we layered two of the tapes side by side, while using only one layer for the branches.