One of the most noticeable trends that came with the wave of recyclable or reusable material in craftsmanship was the transformation of coffee filters as a decorative element. O crafts with coffee filters can appear in many different ways in the decoration, and its environmentally friendly form or as a brand new paper, its texture allows the production of flowers, lamps and even furniture floors.
Before you start your craft, it is important to prepare your coffee filters, so here are a few tips to make your life easier:
- Watch Out for Excess Moisture : One way to remove excess moisture before drying is to let the filter drip into the holder.
- Drying and age tone : If the coffee filter is only damp, let it dry in the sun. You can let some of the coffee grounds dry with the filter so you can achieve that old effect of this type of craft. Use a brush to remove the remaining coffee powder from the filter.
- Controlling Tones : One of the differentiators of the coffee filter is the textures that can be created by drying it after use to take the strain off the coffee. You can choose the shade you want to give your filter by telling the amount of caustic you leave behind as it dries. In addition, you can also use colored or natural colors to give your coffee filter different colors.
60 craft ideas with coffee filters to inspire you
Now that you’ve prepared your raw material, it’s time to be inspired to choose the best ideas of craft with coffee filter for your decoration:
Image 1 – Craft with coffee filter: decoration of super buff colored and florida.
The cool thing about interior design is that you leave it all with your style and face. And the coffee filter can become a wild item for you to create a variety of shapes and textures, like this cover on the chandelier that surely won’t hit the material that was made!
Image 2 – Handicraft with coffee filter: handmade flowers in pastel shades.
Still in the climate of flowers, coffee filters can be of a great variety with different sizes and colors. Enjoy the porosity of the paper to dye the color you prefer!
Image 3 – Giant pompoms to hang on the ceiling.
Did you think the coffee filters can work together to make a nice pompom? Add a good amount and with a round base like a styrofoam ball, glue with hot glue.
Image 4 – Lamp coated with coffee filter in a more cozy effect.
In a more sustained wave, use the filters used to create a yellowish effect in the light of your lamp.
Image 5 – Craft with filter coffee: artificial flowers colored with a filter.
Also make cuts and cuts in different shapes and adapt the filters to your plans. They form large and very small flowers very easily and delicately.
Picture 6 – Coating and a new face for the aluminum can.
The filters used can have two very interesting effects: the aged color we like to use and a rustic tone. The porosity of the paper causes the coloring to be uneven and a lighter or darker spot to appear here or there.
Image 7 – Dried leaves almost true.
We said before that filters can be cut and colored in a number of different ways, right? After drying, they get harder and with a layer of glue they get even stronger!
Image 8 – Craft with coffee filter: creative cutlery.
For a get-together with friends or a party, the options on how to prepare the dining table are endless and here is a super delicate, simple, and inexpensive inspiration for you to try out.
Image 9 – Custom chains handmade.
Picture 10 – Draw drawings and paste them on plates in your living room.
Homemade comics add a touch of style and personality to your room and make the atmosphere look more decorated and cozy. With a face from home!
Image 11 – Coating of stone glass bottles.
By taking advantage of what we have already said about the coloring of the filter papers, the stains and the inhomogeneity of the painting, it gets several interesting effects, even from stone!
Image 12 – Mobile completely escapes from the format of the coffee filter.
Image 13 – filter flower.
For this flower, cut a round base out of paraná paper or cardboard and glue the filters with hot glue and very carefully. Frown them as glue to complete the style of the petals.
Image 14 – Another flower colored with filters.
These dotted blooms can be made by throwing a few drops of paint on the dampened filter. Let the paint spread naturally and hang to dry.
Image 15 – Another lamp.
This one is very easy to reproduce at home with this light and neutral lamp! Cut straws from the used (or colored) coffee filter to dry and glue them to the base. Expect to dry completely before turning on the lamp!
Image 16 – DIY coffee filter handicrafts with children: butterflies with light wings and flying everywhere.
Encouraging children to have fun with cheap, homemade toys is a great way to keep them entertained and pass the time. Pick your favorite colors, glitter, filters, clothespins, glue and enjoy the fun!
Image 17 – Filter stamp!
Another way to color your drawings! Spread the colors on the wet filter and stamp out!
Picture 18 – In the shape of a doll’s skirt.
Enjoy the rounded shape in which the filter is used.
Picture 19 – Developing flowers with children.
These can be used to decorate whatever you want! From a card to a gift to the last touch of a very beautiful drawing.
Image 20 – A well-served ice cream.
It’s a shame, that’s a lie! But the effect looks amazing and, best of all, doesn’t melt over time!
Picture 21 – watercolor effect.
With the wet filter, the paint gets a very interesting watercolor. Let the ink slide over the surface until it disappears into the water.
Picture 22 – In the decoration of the Christmas wreath.
Glue the selected elements to your garland on a solid base made of Paraná paper or cardboard! This example combines filter coffee, cotton, pineapple and dry leaves in a neutral style that references the icy Christmas of the northern hemisphere.
Image 23 – filter pom-poms.
Picture 24 – Fold and cut mosaics in style.
Picture 25 – Fluffy tree with unused coffee filters.
A tutorial very similar to the pompoms, but with a long base. Wrap the filters and glue with hot glue.
Image 26 – Bright and delicate flowers in the garland of your home.
Image 27 – Craft with new and used coffee filters.
Use the filters creatively! Mix up shades and play with colors as you work with it.
Image 28 – Calendar surprise package.
Coffee filters make very creative bags and can even be used for surprises!
Image 29 – Garlands full of textures.
Image 30 – Cut snowflakes.
For those who are already advanced in the art of making mosaics with paper and scissors.
Image 31 – Craft with coffee filter: another example of a garland.
Figure 32 – Gradient curtain for a simple and refreshing decoration for the party.
A super graceful curtain idea. Work with cool colors and gradients for fun.
Picture 33 – Wrapping paper.
For souvenirs or small gifts, filters can be good allies of a sustainable, creative and graceful package.
Picture 34 – Worked at the heart.
Picture 35 – The hats of the clowns.
The best part about working with everyday items and items in craft and decoration is the use of their formats. Use the cone shape of the coffee filters for a perfect clown hat.
Picture 36 – Colorful artificial flowers.
Image 37 – Illustration of lush background.
The coffee filter gives a very good texture when you work with illustrations with different materials.
Picture 38 – Another garland colorful and fun.
Picture 39 – Different flowers on the wall decoration.
Flowers from coffee filters can be used in many different ways, from lamps, replacing the real ones in decoration, even for another idea.
Flowers from coffee filters can be used in many different ways, from lamps, replacing the real ones in decoration, even for another idea.
Image 40 – As protection for the table.
Picture 41 – Craft with coffee filter: Creative souvenir.
Another type of envelope with a coffee filter.
Picture 42 – Flowers, lots of flowers.
Image 43 – For entrepreneurs: a creative background for your product.
Image 44 – Another option of the lamp.
Picture 45 – Comrades comrades.
Use a ping pong or styrofoam ball and toothpick as a base, then magazine with glue and a white coffee filter for that creepy fluffy ghost!
Figure 46 – A finishing touch to gift wrapping.
Figure 47 – Another protection for the table.
Another decoration for the table, but it helps to avoid the direct contact of the cups with the table.
Image 48 – Flower for napkin ring.
Complete the flower by gluing it to a napkin ring and call everyone around your house for a super-stylish dinner.
Screenshot 49 – Explore all possible textures.
Picture 50 – Wrapping paper.
Picture 51 – Garlands on the ceiling decór.
The garlands are very high, especially to give the ceiling decoration more personality.
Picture 52 – Style dry leaves.
Picture 53 – Decoration of small bowls and pots.
Picture 54 – Papierkörbe.
The paper filters get harder as they dry, but to add structure to your work, use glue as the final layer and let it dry completely.
Image 55 – Lots and lots of flowers in the table decoration.
Figure 56 – A bag with a coffee filter!
The ideal is to coat a simple and neutral bag to achieve the desired effect. For a professional finish, be sure to finish with a varnish, be it matte or glossy.
Image 57 – Plant pots.
Image 58 – Exuberant flower on tiara.
We show a lot of flowers that can be made with coffee filters and some kinds of uses. But use your creativity to create and apply all of these tips in ways that make you happier.
Image 59 – Your own teas.
For those who want to take a little tea to the office but like to make their own herbal blends, use the coffee filters as sachets. After all, the principle is the same!
Image 60 – magazine objects with large dimensions.
After a few tests, you will surely be ready to coat larger objects and objects and give the desired style with this material.
How to make coffee pots step by step
Now that you’ve checked out all of the pictures with references, check out the video and step-by-step instructions on how to make your coffee filter a craft:
1. Bottle decorated with coffee filter
2. Vase with coffee filter
