These pop culture DIYs range from galactic Christmas tree decorations to cartoon-inspired makeup tutorials that will appeal to the die-hard Disney fan. Memorable examples from this list include celebrity clothing hooks created using cardboard cutouts of supermodel Kate Moss along with social media themed desserts that celebrate the photographic Instagram platform.
Pop culture iconography is the inspiration behind all of these DIY craft projects and tutorials. Whether you're a follower of celebrity news or a fan of cinematic cult classics, you're sure to appreciate these fun craft ideas that can be enjoyed by the whole family.
Whether creating these crafts for personal amusement or for gifting purposes, these ideas are easy to make, inexpensive and most importantly incredibly fun for all ages.
40 Pop Culture DIYs
From Galactic Decor Projects to Cartoon Icon Makeup Tutorials:
Jana Pijak — Dec 19, 2014 — Art & Design
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DIY Sci-Fi Snowflakes
These Star Wars Snowflakes Add an Intergalactic Feel to Your Holiday Decor
39
DIY Minion Pencil Cases
The 'Crochet Minion Pencil Case' Resembles Villains from 'Despicable Me'
38
DIY Celebrity Clothing Hooks
The 'OutsaPop Trashion' Kate Moss Hangers are Ideal for Fashionistas
37
DIY Celeb Butt Baubles
You Can Make Your Own Internet-Breaking Kim Kardashian Christmas Ornament
36
'World of Warcraft' Cakes
This Cake Wrecks Collection Will Make You Say WoW
35
Pixelated LEGO Icons
Cube Dudes Immortalizes Pop Culture Characters in Block Form
34
Glam Galactic Nails
The Cute Polish 'Stormtrooper' Manicure is Adorable and Nerdy Chic
33
Handmade Sci-Fi Heels
These DIY R2-D2 Pumps are Crafty Star Wars Shoes
32
DIY Dark Side Corks
These DIY Darth Vader Champagne Corks Add Some Dark Side to Your Wine Bottles
31
DIY Star Wars Masks
Make a Stormtrooper Helmet Out of Two Milk Jugs
30
Sci-Fi Head Protectors
Jenn Hall's R2D2 Helmet Shows Her Inner Geek
29
DIY Hip Hop Art Pieces
Meghan Garvey/Moneyworth Creates Permanence Out of Rap Ephemera
28
DIY Dystopian Film Manicures
This Hunger Games Nail Look Represents Katniss Everdeen's District
27
Replicated Singer Costumes
This Halloween Pull Together a DIY Lana Del Rey Costume
26
Pop Star Evolution Costumes
The Miley Montana Costume is the Best of Both Worlds
25
DIY Sci-Fi Globes
This Tutorial Teaches You How to Upcycle a Globe into a Star Wars Death Star
24
Watermelon Jack-O-Lanterns
Watermelons Replace Pumpkins for a Twist on Tradition
23
DIY Fantasy Dishware
These Paper Plates are Cleverly Upcycled into Geeky Dishes
22
Lazy Lyrical Costumes
This Beyonce Costume Shows the World What You Really Woke Up Like
21
Sci-Fi Felted Figurines
Don Nguyen Created a Series of Felt Star Wars Figures
20
Terrific Toy Tributes
"Celebrity Felt Alive" Dolls are Eerily Lifelike (UPDATE)
19
DIY 8-Bit Gamer Mats
The DIY Legend of Zelda Coasters are Ideal for Video Game Parties
18
Gamer Elf Diorama Jars
Zelda's Phantom Hourglass Game Replica Link Elf Diorama is Charming
17
Life-Sized Game Characters
Giant Mario Joins in on the LEGO Madness
16
DIY Sci-Fi Christmas Decorations
Build the Nerdy LEGO Death Star Ornament for Yourself
15
DIY Crafty Spacecrafts
Fan's Papercraft Starcraft 2 Replicas are Out of This World
14
DIY Sci-Fi Helmets
Create Your Very Own Star Wars Clone Trooper Helmet
13
Social Sharing Suprise Cakes
An Instagram Dessert Chocolate Mousse is a Photo-Worthy Creation
12
Villainous Christmas Wreaths
This Wrath of Khan Inspired Christmas Wreath is Easy to Make
11
Hip-Hop Hero Matryoshkas
The Beastie Boys Nesting Dolls on Etsy Pay Tribute to Adam Yauch
10
Galactic Coffee Sleeves
This Knitted Coffee Sleeve is a DIY Project for Star Wars Fans
9
Fanciful Rapper Costumes
This Iggy Azalea Costume Will Have Everyone Screaming I-G-G-Y
8
Wooden Disney Princess Toys
Etry's Frozen Peg Dolls Celebrate the Animated Film
7
Gamer Kiddie Threads
The Zelda Baby Clothes Geek Your Kid Out Before They Can Stop You
6
Fantasy Papercraft Princesses
This Incredibly Detailed Zelda Visage is Made Entirely Out of Paper
5
Galactic Freezie Holders
These Crochet Lightsaber Hilt Cozies are Perfect for Holding Freezies
4
Fluorescent Valentine Shades
These Crafty Neon Sunglasses are a Fun Valentine Alternative
3
Pop Cultural Transformations
Kandee Johnson's Makeup Transformations are Fun Halloween Inspiration
2
Sci-Fi Captain Crafts
Jean-Luc Picard Doll by CazzCraft is Perfect for Die-Hard 'Star Trek' Fans
1
Celeb Portrait Hooks
These DIY Custom Clothes Hangers are Perfect for the Celeb Obsessed
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