You will need a glass or heavy plastic vase or bowl, some white glue, and some string for this project. Add some glue to the lower 2” of the container. Beginning wrapping string around the piece tightly, and pushing each layer together with a toothpick. Try to get the string as tight as possible. Don’t worry if some glue seeps through the string (it will). It should dry clear.
Allow the first section to dry and then begin the next section, following the directions above. You can use different types or colors of string if you would like to, or you can try yarn. Continue this process until the entire container is covered. Glue some string to the top inch or two of the inside of the vase or bowl as well.
When the glue has had a chance to dry completely, you may paint or apply stain over the string. It will soak in darker in some places, leaving some spaces lighter, for an interesting effect. You can use shoe polish instead of stain or paint if you like.
Next, once the paint or stain has dried thoroughly, make designs with string and glue them onto the sides of the container. You can make a sun or a flower by wrapping the string around and around in a circular motion. For straight lines, simply glue straight pieces of string side by side.
You can do this on wax paper, complete your design, and then glue the whole piece to your jar or vase, or you can work right on the side of the container. You can make some cool designs to create borders for the top or bottom edge (or both) of the container.
You can add some dried grasses or flowers if you like. This makes a nice looking accent for your room or another room in your home, or you can make these bowls and vases to give away as gifts.