Who knew this is the world’s most versatile pen?
1. Chair
A super cheap Ikea chair + Sharpie = an awesome leopard-print seat. Made by this clever blogger.
2. Wallpaper
An inexpensive (but time-consuming) way to add pattern to your walls. Read more about it here.
3. Sunglasses
Prettify dollar store sunglasses with some spots, like this resourceful crafter.
4. Gift Tags
Use old book pages, handmade stencils, and Sharpie to make your own holiday gift tags. Check out a full tutorial here.
6. Mugs
Polka dots, words, black and white, color — the possibilities are endless. Counter clockwise from the upper left Behind Every Great Man, Mustache, Blue and Red Pattern, Polka Dots, Geometric, and Yellow and Pink Triangles.
8. Pouch
Use neon colors to create a bright geometric accessory. Check out the directions byDismount Creative.
9. Leopard Stool
Decorate a piece of white fabric in a leopard print design, then use it to cover up an old ottoman. From Little Pink Monster.
10. Spin Art
You’ll need a spinart machine (apparently these exist) to make this awesome circular artwork. Watch a video tutorial here.
11. Sneakers
Turn plain white sneakers into floral, Marikmekko-inspired kicks. Read about the pair shown here.
12. Dishes
Draw, doodle, or write on a plate, then bake it at 150 degrees for 30 minutes to make it permanent! Clockwise from the upper left corner: Floral Pattern, Monsters,Cats, and Cooking Quote.
13. Flower Pot
Write your favorite quote or poem around the outside of a white flower pot, like The Craft Pond did.
14. Pillow
Use rubbing alcohol to create a watercolor-like effect. Check out the tutorial Radical Possibilities.
15. Twist Ties
A great packaging idea! Decorate twist ties with spots and stripes, as pinned here.
16. Christmas Ornaments
Use stencils and Sharpies to prettify old ornaments. Check out the tutorial here.
17. Tie Dye T-Shirt
Rubbing alcohol can create a tie-dye effect. Find the how-to here.
18. Lamp
Scribble your favorite quotes, song, or poem on an old lampshade. Check all the details here.
19. Zenstones
These would be cute stocking stuffers with names and occasions written on them. Made by this artsy blogger.
20. Message Stones
21. Plastic Bags
Doodle all over plastic bags to mix fun and functional. These were found onBablisme.
22. Rug
Add pattern to a blank carpet— with lots of patience. The one shown was created by this blogger
23. Coffee Cup
A way to pass the time during a boring work meeting or class. Found on Tumblr.
24. Flower Vases
Paint wine bottles white, then decorate with geometric patterns like this crafter.
Or polka dots with white nail polish and silver Sharpie, like this pinner.
26. Necklace
Color wooden washers to make a quick and easy necklace, as done by See That There.
Or color round wooden beads, like this blogger.
27. Envelope Lining
Color page reinforcers and use them to line envelopes for pretty invitations or any other snail mail. Check out the tutorial here.
28. Gift Box
Decorate little gift boxes for tiny gifts — find the instructions and template here.
29. Stationery
Draw a crosshatch pattern inside stencils for fun and elegant stationary. Check out the tutorial here.
30. Guitar
A little nerve-wracking, but a cool way to personalize your instrument. Found on this flickr stream.
32. Light Switch Cover
Add a pop of color to your walls — and make it easier to find that light switch. Pinned here.
33. Gift Wrap
A great way to decorate plain brown paper gift wrapping. Read some tips on how to do it here.
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