Have you ever been on a long car ride or in a smaller home? Have you ever had cup messes before? Thanks to this simple device that you can make yourself, you no longer face the frustration of being in a tight squeeze and having to throw your cups all around.

Supplies

4 popsicle sticks
Green acrylic paint
Painting supplies (palette, brush, etc.
1 strip of cardboard
Craft glue (preferably Elmer’s)
Pencil
Twine
Rubber band

Step 1: Paint Sticks

Paint the popsicle sticks green. Make a splotchy pattern (as shown above) to replicate leaves. Tip: To make splotches, hold your brush upwards with the bristles facing down. Quickly push the brush straight down, then pull it straight back up. You should have a splotch.

Step 2: Make a Square

Glue each stick together to form a square-shaped frame. Wait for the glue to dry.

Step 3: Mix & Paint

Mix light and dark green shades together until you get a result you’re happy with. Paint the cardboard strip that shade until you’ve completely covered the strip. Wait for the paint to dry.