9 Coconut Shell Handicraft Ideas That Can Be Made Easily

I make sure these 10 handicraft ideas from coconut shells that are easily made, because the manufacturing process does not require many tools and can be done at home.

Coconut shell can be used to make various kinds of crafts. Want to know the craft of coconut shells and how to make them

The problem is because the structure of the coconut shell is very hard, so it takes careful work so that the results obtained will be good.

Here are 10 coconut shell handicraft ideas that are easy to make

1. Crafts From Coconut Shell Ashtray

Coconut shell ashtray

For many people who smoke, using an ashtray is certainly very important. Where, the rest of the cigarettes can be thrown directly into place. Generally, the available ashtrays are made of stone or non-combustible material. However, for those who want to be creative, they can make ashtrays from coconut shells.
Ashtrays from coconut shells certainly have a uniqueness that is so high and very suitable for use. Moreover, for those who like the uniqueness of the side will be so meaningful. To make it yourself is not too confusing. Here's how to make it:

Tools and materials
Coconut shell,
Saw,
Wood glue,
Sandpaper.

Ways of making
The first step, prepare the shell and sandpaper until smooth,
Next, cut the shell into 1/3 whole parts,
The rest of the cut, glued together,
Finally, do the finishing to your liking.

2. Cups from Coconut Shell

Cup from coconut shell

Almost all people certainly need a cup to enjoy drinking tea, coffee and water. However, it's not unique if the cup used is only made of glass or even plastic. Now, with high creativity can make cups from coconut shells.
How is it made? Here's how to make a cup from a complete coconut shell:

Tools and materials
Coconut shell,
Saw,
Sandpaper
Carving Tools,
Glue,

Ways of making
First, coconut shell sandpaper until smooth,
Next, divide it into 2 parts evenly using a prepared saw,
After that, clean the inside of the shell,
Next, the top shell can be cut just enough to be the bottom of the cup,
Glue the bottom using glue,
If necessary, carve,
Finally, finishing for better results.

3. Brooches From Coconut Shell

Brooches from coconut shell

Women need some additional accessories to look more beautiful. One of them is a brooch which apparently can be made using coconut shells, making it one of the handicrafts from coconut shells. Of course, the results are no less interesting than factory-made products.

Tools and materials
Saw,
Coarse sandpaper,
Fine sandpaper,
Saw,
Glue,

Making Steps
First, prepare the shell and puree using coarse sandpaper,
Next, puree using fine sandpaper,
Next, saw into several parts and clean the inside,
After that, saw by forming some uniqueness,
Then, do the finishing and glue a special pin on the brooch with glue,
Finally, wait for it to dry and ready to use.

4. Necklace of Coconut Shell

Necklace from coconut shell

This necklace is much safer and stronger in all weather conditions. It is suitable for use on those who want to look stylish and keep it simple. The design idea in this coconut shell necklace craft has no limits, the more we are creative, the more necklaces we can make, this is just one example of how to make it.
Tools and materials
Coconut shell,
Saw,
Sandpaper
Carving Tools,
Glue,
Rope,

Making process
First of all, do fine grind using sandpaper,
Next, the saw becomes a box and some parts,
After that, sand the back inside,
Then, engrave if necessary,
Next, glue it with string and shape like a necklace,
Finally, do fisnihing to make it more beautiful.

5. Pen Place From Coconut Shell

Pen place from coconut shell

In some office or home places, pens are quite important. However, there are still many who are confused about how to place pens correctly and appropriately. Now, there is an interesting and cool alternative, which is a coconut shell pen.
This one handicraft is very interesting and easy to make. Want to make it? Check out the method below.

Tools and materials
Saw,
Sandpaper
Coconut shell,
Glue,

Ways of making
The first step is to smooth the coconut shell using sandpaper,
Next, saw 1/3 section evenly,
Then, do the cleaning on the inside of the coconut shell,
Next, make modifications to make it more unique and interesting,
Finally, do the finishing correctly and smoothly.

6. Beautiful Bowl From Coconut Shell

Bowl from coconut shell

The need for household equipment is indeed so much. one of them is a bowl. Apparently, coconut shell can be made as a beautiful bowl, in addition to natural it also has a traditional feel.
Also much more efficient and durable in the long run. Here's how to make a bowl from coconut shells:

Tools and Materials Needed
Coconut shell,
Hacksaw,
Fine sandpaper,
Mineral oil,
Small brush,
Glue gun,

Making Steps
Cut the coconut shell into 2 parts with a ratio of 60/40,
Then, sandpaper the outside and the inside from the shell until smooth,
After that, apply mineral oil to the coconut shell,
Next, attach the second section under the bowl as a base leg,
Next, dry the coconut shell bowl,
Finished, the bowl is ready and safe to use.

7. Coconut shell craft tissue box

Tissue box from coconut shell

Generally, tissue boxes only have ordinary models. But we can be creative and provide innovation for a tissue box by making using coconut shells. by making tissue boxes from coconut shell base material, it will look unique and different from other tissue boxes.
Tools and materials
Rope,
Knife,
Sandpaper
Varnish,
Glue,

Making step
First, use a knife to remove the fibers in the coconut shell,
Then, clean the shell using sandpaper,
After that, break the block into small pieces and evenly distributed,
Next, varnish all the small pieces evenly,
Next, stick the shell fragments on the tissue holder using glue,
Finally, use a webbing strap.

8. Key Chain From Coconut Shell

Key cahin from coconut shell

Other handicrafts that can be made from coconut shells are key chains. Of course, how to make it yourself is not too complicated. Interestingly, the selling value of this item is quite high. In fact, you can create and innovate, key chain handicrafts can utilize small pieces of coconut shells.
Want to know how to make it

Tools and Materials Needed
Coconut shell,
Sandpaper
Glue,
Iron key chain,
Drilling machine,
Saw,
Brush,
Pencil,

Making process
Make sure all the necessary ingredients are available and not left behind at all. Here's how it was made:
 First, use a knife to clean the coconut fibers,
Next, cut the coconut shell using a saw into two parts,
Next, make a pattern from a keychain using a pencil,
Saw the key pieces, follow the pattern drawn on the coconut shell,
Next, make a hole in the end of the shell and insert the key chain.

9. Spoon from coconut shell

A spoon is a tableware that is definitely there when we are going to consume something, and generally a spoon is made of metal and plastic, but with a little creativity and ideas we can make a spoon from a coconut shell.

Spoon from coconut shell

This coconut shell spoon also doesn't need a whole coconut shell, we can make it only from small pieces of coconut shell, besides being as accessories, a spoon from a coconut shell can function like a spoon in general.

Tools and Materials in Making Spoons from Coconut Shell
1. Small coconut shell
2. Stick the shape as above.
3. Wood glue
4. Markers
5. Ruler
6. Small saw
7. Vernis

How to make
Sketch a spoon on the coconut shell.
Then puree the outer and inner surfaces of the coconut shell using sandpaper.
Cut the coconut shell according to the sketch.
stick the shell that has been cut with sticks.
If you use it for accessories, just use glue, but if you use it, you can connect it using nails made from stainless steel so it doesn't rust.
Use lacquer so that the spoon is shiny if it's for accessories, don't varnish it if it's going to be used.
Sensok is ready to use.

Thus 10 ideas for making crafts using coconut shells, and very easy to make yourself at home.
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