Fun Friday – 5 surprising uses for bubble wrap

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Snap, snap, snap, it’s the sound bubble wrap being popped. Have you ever taken a piece of bubble wrap and twisted or pounded it until it sounded like popcorn? In addition to serving as a protective wrap, bubble wrap has the reputation of being used for stress relief and even for amusement.

If you receive a gift secured with bubble wrap, admire and enjoy the gift, but save the bubble wrap for fun and entertainment. Have you ever bought your child a gift and he plays with the box more than the gift? It’s your turn now. Here are some fun things to do with bubble wrap…it’s ok to include the kids too.

1.      Crafts – if you’re looking for something fun for the kids to do while out of school for the Holiday, make a few craft projects. They could make a crafty bug, a bubble wrap butterfly or even a game of hopscotch. Click here for the directions.

 

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2.      Bubble Wrap Pom Poms – cut two dozen strips of bubble wrap 16 inches in length; fold the strips in half and tape with clear packaging tape or duct tape in the center. Repeat with the other dozen.

3.      Welcome Mat – with this project you’ll be sure to know when guests arrive.

4.      Volley Bubbleball – create a volleyball net using bubble wrap, then create a ball with the same material. Start playing.

5.      Place Mats – cut and decorate a piece of bubble wrap and it’s ready for your table; meals are sure to be a hit.

Check out more of these ideas at the bubble wrap website by clicking here. You can even play a game at the website where you are timed to see the number of bubble wrap bubbles you can pop.

Sooo, to wrap things up; have a little fun with bubble wrap over the Holiday season. Smash it, twist it or create with it.

What would you add to the list of uses for bubble wrap?