Though the texture may somewhat mimic masking tape, washi tape is wayyy better because of its gorgeous designs and strong, durable versatility.

All you need is some colorful washi tape, and your kids can decorate their plain mechanical pencils to make them a lot more fun–you could make washi pens too!

Kidspost Back-to-school DIY: Make your mark with washi-tape pencils Try this simple project for pencils that stand out.

Take old, unloved picture frames and give them new life by layering Japanese washi tape. It’s one way to refresh old frames, change looks seasonally or create a DIY gift with a quasi-handmade touch.