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You’ll find simple, fun projects that turn plain plastic spoons into useful or decorative items you can actually enjoy. I show you easy ideas that use low-cost supplies and common tools so you can craft quickly and with little fuss.
Try projects that suit beginners, kids, or anyone who likes upcycling. There’s a little bit of everything here—wall art, home accents, holiday decorations, and small gifts that use up those extra spoons.
1. Plastic Spoon Flower Wall Art
I turn plastic spoons into flower petals for a textured wall piece. I glue painted spoons onto cardboard or a wooden panel around a mirror or painted center. Mixing up spoon sizes and colors makes the piece pop.
2. Spoon Picture Frame Decoration
I glue painted plastic spoons around a plain frame to make a textured border. Depending on how you arrange them, you’ll get a floral, scalloped, or sunburst look. A little varnish or spray paint at the end keeps it looking sharp for a long time.
3. DIY Plastic Spoon Mirror Frame
I cut and paint spoon heads, then glue them around a round mirror to form petals. Sometimes I go for an ombre effect, or stick with one color to match my room. It’s a surprisingly chic way to use up old spoons.
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4. Spoon-Petal Candle Holder
I glue plastic spoons around a jar to make layers that look like petals. I stick to battery candles—real ones get too hot for plastic. It ends up as a pretty, recycled decor piece for a shelf or table.
5. Plastic Spoon Christmas Ornaments
I turn plastic spoons into shiny snowflakes and tiny angels with just some paint and glue. They’re cheap to make and look great on the tree, especially with a bit of glitter. I always wash the spoons first, then arrange and hot-glue them for sturdy shapes.
6. Spoon Butterfly Wall Hanging
I turn plastic spoons into butterfly wings by cutting and painting them. I glue the wings onto cardboard, add a painted body, and hang the finished butterfly on the wall.
7. Upcycled Spoon Garden Markers
I turn old plastic spoons into plant labels by painting the bowls and writing names with a permanent marker. They poke right into the soil and last for a whole season. Washing spoons first helps the paint and marker stick.
8. Plastic Spoon Lampshade
I make a lampshade by gluing spoon heads around a recycled bottle or wire frame. The spoons create a textured shell that softens the light. I usually paint or spray them for color, then hang it with a cool LED bulb—never anything too hot.
9. Spoon Wreath for Front Door
I made a spoon wreath by gluing plastic spoons on a foam base. It looks pretty classy and holds up outdoors if you seal it. I painted the spoons and tied on a ribbon for a finished front-door piece.
10. Plastic Spoon Fish Sculpture
I glue spoons in rows to make scales and build the fish body. A painted cardboard tail and some googly eyes give it more character. Hot glue and acrylic paint make it sturdy and colorful.
11. Decorative Spoon Jewelry Holder
I upcycle plastic spoons into a jewelry holder that keeps rings and earrings tidy. I glue spoon heads to a painted board, arranging them like petals so jewelry actually stays put. It looks cute and saves me some space.
12. Spoon Leaf Wall Decor
I glue plastic spoon heads into leaf shapes on a painted board. A coat of green or metallic paint gives it texture, and I hang it in the entryway. It doesn’t take much in the way of tools or money, which I appreciate.
13. Fruit Bowl Made from Spoons
I cut and glue plastic spoons around a base to form a petal-like bowl. The shape holds fruit—real or fake—and adds a bright spot to the table.
14. Plastic Spoon Snowflake Ornaments
I glue plastic spoon heads into radial patterns to make sparkly snowflakes. Hot glue, paint, and glitter add color and shine. They hang nicely on trees and make easy, budget-friendly gifts.
15. Spoon Handle Bookmarks
I cut and sand down plastic spoon handles until they’re slim enough for bookmarks.
Sometimes I paint them, or just wrap them up with washi tape. A ribbon or a tassel at the top gives them a nice touch.
They slide into pages easily and honestly; they hold up through a lot of reading.
