Today I wanted to share with you how I did the quickest, quirkiest update on Soph’s light switch cover. Seriously, this project took 5min. I did a simple washi tape light switch DIY to add a little fun to her bathroom.
I have this thing about not buying new stuff until I really feel I’ve been using up my current supplies pretty steadily. I wanted to buy more washi tape but knew I hadn’t been using my current stash since my last smash book. This was the perfect solution!
Materials Needed:
- Washi Tape
- Scissors
- Exacto Knife
- Switch Plate
The first step is to figure out your color arrangement. I knew I wanted gold to be prominent so I started with it to ensure I’d have a full stripe.
I made a little gif of the process with the PartyParty app. I have no affiliation with this app or the producers but I thought it would be a fun time to try it out! It was a good thing I did because I forgot to take a ‘middle of the project’ photo!
The corners were definitely the hardest part of this project. I cut a diagonal slit in the excess tape and wrapped it the best I could to alleviate wrinkles. I don’t get too nit-picky on details like this because I’ve since realized that no one ever notices these details!
Once the entire plate is covered, it’s time to make the holes for the switches to fit. I used my exacto knife to make an X in the tape. Notice on the left hole I had to do an elongated X. This does not have to be perfect, it’s just a way to get the tape flaps back.
I also put a small slit in the screw holes. I was worried that forcing the screw through might pull up the tape or tear it in an area I could see.
I love how it adds a bit of fun to her bathroom. Don’t mind the teal tape on Oliver’s (the octopus) frame. I’d dropped him right before this shot and broke the frame! Have you ever done something to liven up a playroom or your kid’s room? Anyone do anything other than scrap book with their washi tape? How many rolls do you have? It’s addictive once you buy your first roll!
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Cute! I like that you can customize the tape colors/patterns to match the decor. Love the art gallery you’ve got up already!
I did a blue/teal one in her bedroom! 😉 Thank you!
Super cute! I’ll have to try this out in my boys’ room.
Let me know if you do! It takes 5 min and honestly, a great use of the 10000 rolls of washi tape. 😉
I made one that was gold and teal! I love it! Thanks for the cute idea!
Nice!!! We’re in a new house now and I think this would be a fun project for my 4 year old to do to customize her room a little! Thanks for reminding me of it! 🙂