Sometimes, when things break, tossing them out and moving on is easy. But then, there are those moments when a little creativity sparks, and you think, "Why not fix it and make it even better?"
That's precisely what happened with a cheap dollar store vase that had been sitting on my desk for a while. It wasn't anything special, but I'd given a personal touch to it. I coated it in purple resin, which gave it a pop of color and made it look more exciting. It wasn't a high-end item, but I loved having it around.
Then, as it often goes with pets, disaster struck. Curious and always into mischief, my partner's cat knocked the vase off the desk. When I found it, the vase was in pieces. At first, I was bummed out, but I wasn't ready to say goodbye just yet. I've always enjoyed getting crafty, so I decided to try something fun and see if I could turn this broken vase into something even cooler.
The "Fixing" Process
Now, fixing things can sometimes mean making them look brand new. Sometimes, it means embracing imperfections and turning them into art. I started by gluing the vase pieces back together as best as possible. It could have been better, but I liked giving it a second life. After that, I decided to add a bit of texture and structure with paper mâché. It took a while to get the paper mâché layers just right. Still, something oddly satisfying about slowly building up layers and watching it all come together.
This project stage was a bit more time-consuming than I anticipated, but I knew it would be worth it once I got to the fun part—the painting.
Adding the Fun Stuff
It was time to start painting once the paper mâché was dry and set. I went with a deep purple for the base, which I had always loved and felt would boldly bring the piece back to life. But I didn't stop there. I decided to give it a little gothic-inspired flair. I had this set of Halloween-themed napkins with skull prints, so I cut one of the skulls out and carefully applied it to the vase using Mod Podge.
The bold purple and the skull design gave the vase an edgy, eclectic vibe that was beautiful. I was thrilled with how it turned out. In fact, I liked it so much that I decided to try the same technique on something else.
Repurposing a Trinket Box
I had this tiny, cheap, heart-shaped trinket box sitting around, gathering dust. I wasn't attached to anything, but it could be the perfect candidate for my next DIY project. I painted it in the same bold purple that I had used for the vase and used the same Halloween napkin skull, creating a nice little matching set.
The Joy of Crafting with a Twist
A simple attempt to fix a broken vase became a creative journey. I went from a cheap item with a purple resin coat to a completely personalized and fun piece of art. The best part? It didn't require expensive materials or fancy tools—just a little glue, paper mâché, paint, Mod Podge, and imagination.
It's funny how a mishap with a cat can lead to an exciting and rewarding project. It reminded me how satisfying it is to take something old or broken and give it a new purpose. Whether it's a vase, a trinket box, or something else, embracing creativity and finding joy in crafting can turn even the most ordinary items into something special.
So next time something breaks, or you have an item that doesn't quite inspire you anymore, it's time to grab some glue and get crafty. You never know what kind of unique creation you might end up with!
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