Unleash your creativity through mesmerizing matchstick crafts. Matchstick craft projects can be carefree, precise, complex, or simple—no matter what you choose, they’re always enjoyable.
You’ll be surprised by the variety of things you can make with this common household item. Explore four easy and fun crafts made from matchsticks.
Matchstick House
Constructing a matchstick house is a classic craft project that captivates kids and adults. The only materials you need are matchsticks, scissors, and hot glue. If you want your house to have more variety, you can also integrate popsicle sticks into your design.
Start by creating the house’s base using matches arranged in a square or rectangle. Build the walls and roof by gluing matches together to create the desired shape. You can add details like windows and doors by cutting the matches to the right length and arranging them to form wall openings.
Artistic Wall Hanging
Add a charming touch to your home with an artistic wall hanging made from matches. You’ll need matchsticks, hot glue, scissors, cardboard, a pencil or pen, and string or twine.
How To Create a Wall Hanging
Draw your design on the cardboard. You can create a geometric pattern, a simple linear design, or an intricate shape like a star. Cut the cardboard as needed to create the shapes.
Next, place glue on the cardboard and place the matches on the glue. Cover the entire cardboard with matchsticks placed side by side.
Then, cut a piece of string or twine to your desired length. Tie the string to your creation or glue it on. Finally, hang up the wall art.
Drink Coasters
Coasters are another easy and fun craft you can make with matchsticks, and you can use the same technique you used for the wall hanging. North America’s standard drink coaster sizes are 3.5 inches and 4 inches.
Making coasters will require matchsticks hot glued to cardboard that is cut to size. After your glue sets and the matches are firmly affixed to the cardboard, spray three thin and even coats of polyurethane for protection. Apply one coat at a time and let each coat dry before you apply the next coat.
Bottled Matchstick Party Favors
Personalize a celebration with stylish bottled matchsticks. These simple favors are charming and give each guest a practical gift.
Small glass bottles with cork stoppers are the perfect container. Fill each bottle with matches, then close the bottles with the stoppers. Decorate the containers with twine, ribbon, or decorative charms or tags. Consider adding an adhesive striker friction label to the bottles for convenience.
Get Matchsticks in Bulk
Matches are a versatile and accessible medium for crafting. Matchstick houses, wall hangings, drink coasters, and party favors are just a few of the many creative possibilities!
Stock up for your next project with bulk matchsticks from Maryland Match. We carry rectangular, square, and round adhesive striker labels, and matches with colorful tips in red, orange, blue, green, and yellow. Shop with us today and let your hands create what your imagination envisions.