- Pinterest
Pinterest is an image-sharing website founded by Ben Silbermann in 2009, currently managed by Cold Brew Labs and funded by a small group of entrepreneurs and investors.
There are many free image-sharing sites, but I especially recommend Pinterest for office workers looking for creative ideas because it’s more than just pictures. It’s a kind of social network dedicated solely to images, full of ideas, posts, quotes, and more.
Pinterest users create and manage collections of images based on different themes, such as events or interests. They can browse others’ collections, pull ideas from them to their own boards, or simply like pictures to increase interaction.
Pinterest can connect with Facebook and Twitter and be embedded into personal websites. You can create a Pinterest board and share it with your team. This helps you and your colleagues collaborate better and share ideas, making creativity more aligned.
Every day, you can browse Pinterest and pin images related to your office work into your collections. Or you can create boards like Motivation, Marketing, Business, etc., so you can quickly find creative ideas without wasting time searching. - Think with Google
Think with Google is a relatively new tool that many office workers don’t know about yet. It can be considered a goldmine for planners and strategists. The site offers many useful resources to help you achieve your goals and work smarter.
As the name suggests, Think with Google is a Google product that uses Google’s own data to support digital content creators. It’s available in Vietnamese (both the website and newsletter), making it perfect for office workers looking for creative ideas.
If you work in fields that require frequent trend updates like marketing or business management, Think with Google will be a powerful tool.
I usually subscribe to their weekly newsletter and customize location and interests so I only get information related to the Vietnamese and Southeast Asian markets and trends, linked to my main field of work. - Reddit
Founded in 2005, Reddit now hosts over 100,000 active community forums. Each individual forum has unique ideas that can be very helpful for both your business and personal needs.
Reddit users tend to be funny and especially tech-savvy. Even the dullest office topics—like how to fix the blue screen error—can make you laugh. The site’s meme collection is very special and can instantly relieve office stress.
It may take some time to filter information and find the right forums for you. But after that, Reddit’s algorithm recommends quality posts based on your browsing history. Once you get used to it, you’ll likely become addicted to Reddit!
How to make stickers using double-sided tape
You will need: double-sided tape, single-sided clear tape, a pen, scissors, and paper. First, draw the design you want for your sticker on the paper.
To protect the sticker surface, stick a layer of clear tape over your drawing. On the back of the sticker, apply a layer of double-sided tape, so when you want to use it, just peel off the protective layer and stick it wherever you like.
Finally, cut out the sticker following the shape you drew. When ready to use, peel off the backing from the double-sided tape and stick your sticker onto any surface you want to decorate.
How to make stickers using a printer
If you have a printer at home, you can easily make professional-looking stickers. You’ll need: a printer, sticker paper (which has one adhesive side and a plastic protective coating on the front), and scissors.
First, design or find the sticker images you want. Then print them onto the sticker paper. Printing stickers is quite simple—just make sure to check the printer settings and paper size before printing.
After printing, cut out your stickers into the desired shapes. When using them, simply peel off the backing and stick them onto a flat surface for decoration.
How to make stickers from images in books and magazines
Making stickers from pictures in books and magazines is a very simple way to create attractive paper stickers. If you have old books or magazines with cute images, cut out the pictures in any shape you like.
After you have your paper stickers, you can make the adhesive yourself using gelatin as described earlier, or stick double-sided tape on the back.
If you only have clear tape, here is what you can do: stick a layer of clear tape on top of the cut image, making sure it covers the whole surface and extends slightly beyond the edges. Then trim the tape along the shape of the sticker, leaving a little edge so it can stick properly. Your sticker is ready!
How to make stickers using clear tape
Making stickers with clear tape is very simple. You need clear single-sided tape, white paper, scissors, and a printer. Choose the sticker image you want and print it on white paper.
Next, cut out the sticker design neatly. Cover the sticker with clear tape and press firmly so the tape sticks well to the paper. Then soak the sticker in water and gently rub off the white paper layer. The sticker will be the image stuck to the tape. Finally, you can stick your homemade sticker onto any surface you want to decorate.
- Come up with ideas for your stickers
Before making stickers, the first thing you need to do is decide on the theme and ideas for the stickers you want to create. This is an important and personal step. If you are making stickers for brand promotion, you should pay special attention to this part. Here are some suggestions to help you come up with ideas:
- Determine the purpose of your stickers. Are they for decorating personal items, gift wrapping, or advertising?
- If you want to create stickers to “connect” with a person or a group, research their interests and characteristics to make suitable stickers.
- For advertising purposes, consider adding your logo or slogan to increase brand recognition and recall.
- For commercial stickers, study current trends and customer preferences to attract attention and achieve the best results.
- You can also ask for feedback to ensure your ideas are suitable or meet specific requirements (if any).
- Sort and cut the stickers according to the desired shapes
After finalizing your sticker ideas and creating the designs using various methods, organize the stickers by theme or shape to make cutting easier. Then, cut the stickers into the shapes you want.
If you’re making stickers at home, you can use scissors, craft knives, or specialized cutting machines. Use a pencil to mark cutting lines on the sticker surface to avoid cutting mistakes. After cutting, check carefully to make sure the stickers are neat and perfect. - Finish and use your stickers
Once your stickers are complete, sort and store them separately. Besides making the stickers, you should also pay attention to how you store them to maintain the color quality and the adhesive backing. When ready to use, simply peel off the protective layer from the adhesive side and apply your sticker.
Recently, DIY videos on social media have garnered a significant number of views due to their eye-catching visuals and creative content. So, what exactly is DIY, and where does it come from?
1. What is DIY?
DIY is the abbreviation for do-it-yourself, which refers to the act of designing, repairing, or creating new items by yourself at home instead of hiring someone else to do it.
DIY is popular because it helps save money and allows you to create alternatives when a specific product isn’t available on the market.
Moreover, DIY projects allow people to make items tailored to their own tastes, helping them develop both creativity and crafting skills.
2. What’s the difference between Handmade and Homemade?
Handmade means made by hand. Handmade products are created entirely by manual work without the help of modern machinery. You use available materials to make a specific item. Handmade creations are usually simple and easy to make, such as sewing doll clothes or knitting scarves.
Homemade refers to things designed, crafted, or made to meet the needs of a household. These items are typically made at home and can involve either basic materials or the use of modern tools and equipment to complete them.