... on dollar-store ornaments and display them in glass bowls. Collect pine cones from outside and let them dry. Spray paint silver or gold and pile in jars or vases. Or use them as place-card holders for a dinner party. For a thoughtful and ...

... with a marker. Cut a hole for the head in the bottom of a large cardboard box and cut out holes for the arms. Spray-paint silver or cover the box with aluminum foil. Glue on buttons, small paper cups and other objects to create the controls ...