How to upcycle a Little Tikes car
Written 23rd November 2023 | Subscribe to our Christmas newsletter
Transforming a Little Tikes car through the process of upcycling opens up a world of creative possibilities.
Little Tikes cars can be purchased really cheaply secondhand so the initial outlay is not a lot.
By repurposing an old toy, you not only contribute to sustainable practices but also unleash your imagination in giving the toy a new lease on life.
- Undo the screws and remove the steering wheel and the wheels. Do not lose these pieces.
- Remove all the stickers, you can sand the stickers off
- Sand all the edges
- Tape up and cover everything that you don't want to get paint on
- Paint Christmas red
- Screw everything back
- Tie Mini Christmas Tree to the top
1. Buy an old Little Tikes Car. Undo the screws and remove the steering wheel and the wheels. Do not lose these pieces.
2. Remove all the stickers, you can sand the stickers off
3. Sand down all the edges
4. Tape up and cover everything that you don't want to get paint on
5. Paint using a Christmas red colour
6. Screw everything back on
7. Tie mini Christmas Tree to the top
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Credit: Heather Michelle Photography
Credit: Little Tikes
Credit: Little Tikes
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