Yesterday we talked about how we all probably have at least one Sharpie marker in our homes, maybe more. I bet many of us haven’t thought about all of the different and fun uses for them. There are lots of colors, sizes and types of Sharpies and an equally long list of cool things to do with them. You can use a Sharpie marker for a lot of things – some normal things and some surprising things. We looked at a few of the practical and basic things to do with a Sharpie marker yesterday. There are so many more things you can do with Sharpie markers.
Decorate plastic Easter eggs
Easter is almost here – you can use Sharpie markers dress up the plastic eggs and add a little style to your egg hunt. Write names or other labeling designs on the eggs and assign each child to find only his or her eggs. It is a great way to make the egg hunt more fair and fun for everyone.
Draw a design on jeans
Feel like your jeans are all boring? Draw designs on them with Sharpie markers and they will be colorful, unique and definitely not boring. Don’t want to draw on your good jeans? Take a trip to the second hand store and grab a pair to design.
Draw a design on shoes
Have boring canvas shoes? How about ho-hum sneakers for PE? Do your flip-slops lack spunk? Just like the jeans, you can Draw designs on them with Sharpie markers and they will be colorful, unique and definitely not boring. You can also grab these footwear items at the second hand store and give new life to old shoes.
Design a tie for Dad
Give dad a designer tie for Father’s Day this year, a tie designed by you. Get a light colored plain tie and create a unique and fun design on it with Sharpie markers.
Decorate a picture frame
Take a boring and plain picture frame from the dollar store or second hand store and use Sharpie markers to make it something special. Draw designs and use colors to match any décor.
Decorate a coffee mug
Give a coffee mug and make it special. Take a plain and inexpensive mug and use Sharpie markers to make it colorful and sentimental. Don’t forget to write a note to a parent, coach, friend or teacher on the mug with Sharpie markers.
Decorate old furniture
Give new life to old, plain or cheap furniture by using Sharpie markers. Draw designs and get creative, it is a great way to revive something old.
Create a stained glass window
Draw a design on a window with Sharpie markers. It will let the light in and provide privacy while looking a bit like stained glass.
Decorate sports balls
Tired of getting your balls mixed up at practice? Give the ball a facelift with Sharpie markers and you’ll always be able to find it.
Decorate a cell phone case
Tired of your boring old cell phone case? Don’t buy a new one; give your old one a make-over with Sharpie markers. You will save money and have a unique phone case.
Have more ideas? Share them with us – we love to hear from you!