You’ve probably never thought of those plastic-y placemats as fashionable décor, but Desiree at The 36th Avenue is about to change your perception –  she used some of them to make these snazzy vase covers!  It’s a simple yet high-impact project, and you can use any cylindrical vase or other container for the project.  (Don’t throw away your next empty oatmeal container, it’ll look fab with this makeover!)  [how to make placemat wrapped vases]

Project estimate:

• Plastic placemat, $1
• Cylindrical vase or canister, on hand or $1
• Stapler or tape, on hand

Total:  $1 and up