vendredi 5 décembre 2014

Step By Step Guide In Making Cup Holders For Bikes

By Claudine Hodges


Using something that we made ourselves adds more meaning to the material. It serves as a reminder of the effort and creativity we placed on the creation of the material. If before we are only limited to what the market provides, now we are being opened to the idea of making something by ourselves using the most affordable materials that we can find. In fact, materials at home can be viable ingredients for a new unit.

Among the most common thing teens have fun creating are bike accessories. Things such as cup holders for bikes are becoming popular because of its practicality as well. With it as an accessory, you can easily have access to your tumbler or any drinks you wish to put on it. So today, we will go over the step by step guide that you can follow to make one that will have your ideal design.

First, gather all the materials you will need. This is vital for a continuous creation later on. You will need a can, paint brush, pen or marker, a bike mount, koozie and art materials of your choice. It is also better if you prepare a drill. You will be using this for later attachements.

After gathering everything, you are now ready to start. Get the empty can and clean it. If it is a can from a canned goods, then you should make sure that the inside portion is well cleaned. Remove the labels. Wash it with detergent if you need to. This will help remove the smell.

Then, get the bike mount, your pen or marker and the drill. This is where you attach the mount to the can. Select a specific area and mark it using the marker. Then drill a hole in it. After doing so, attach the mount using the screws that comes along with the package.

At this point, you should be able to have a visible cup holder. The next stage would be to create a personalized design. Get the koozie and slide it inside the can. This will provide additional insulation for the accessory.

At this point, you are ready to start your own design. Get all the materials you wish to include. Decide how you want to go about with the design. You can begin by painting the can or covering it with masking tape. You decide. It would make your work easier if you already have a concept on the look that you want to achieve.

You have the full control on what you want and what not to include on the design. The most important thing that you have to remember is to always strike a balance with your chosen style. Remember that the cup holder is an accessory to your bike. Meaning it should match well with your unit. It is a part of a whole. Make it look like it belong.

You have a lot of choices when it comes to customizing your accessory. If you need special prints for it, there are a lot of affordable printing shops in town. Take time to visit some of them and get the best deal. The design is yours. Make it look personal.




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