Sunday 7 December 2014

How To Make Cup Holders For Bikes

By Claudine Hodges


They say that when creating something, your imagination is the limit. As long as it is doable, then you can do as you please. At present doing something by yourself has even been easier with the available guides online. Also, the opportunity of creating something original is wide.

Kids and teenagers alike fancy the idea of gathering some unusable things at home and then making something good out of pin. It is one way of repurposing old materials. Not only will you reduce the amount of waste you throw at a daily basis.You will also be able to save money from buying an entrirely new device. Cup holders for bikes is among the easiest things to personalize. Let us look at how it is done.

Start by getting all the things you will use in designing the accessory.This could include a bike mount, an empty can with the size of your choice but preferably something that can fit a regular size tumbler, paint brush, sealer, koozie and other art materials you plan to attach on the holder later on. Also prepare a paint of your prepared color.

The first thing you need to do is to clean the can. This means removing the label, sharp edges and the smell that it may have. Wash it with water and detergent if you need to. Just be careful not to cut yourself with its edges. Also, ensure that the end product will be free of any sharp lines to prevent future injuries.

Next, get the mount and then position it at the portion of the can where you want to attach it. Mark the portion using the marker. Get the drill, or a nail and hammer for alternative, and drill the marked portion. Then, attache the mount using the screws.

Now that you have the basic structure of your cup holder, it is time to level up and add the necessary personalization. But before that, get the koozie and place it inside the can. This serves as insulation and will serve as protection for your can from direct liquid contact with your drinks.

Get your chosen design materials and conceptualize. This is the part where you think of how you want the holder to appear like. You can either go for the abstract designs by painting the can first and cutting out different shapes from a special paper and then pasting them on the can. One tip to avoid wasting materials, draw your design first and provide details on it. This will serve as your guide.

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.

Now that graphic design is widely used, adding a touch of legitimacy and class to your holder is already within reach. By asking the aid of affordable printing services, you will already have a customized design printed to match your bike.




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