Yeah, I’ve built a whole spray‑paint mixer out of a cracked water bottle and a spare drill bit, but you’re not looking for a paint shop—just some quirky stuff for your canvases. Grab a few broken brushes, chop up old plastic bottles into splatter trays, or press the stems of broken scissors into a jar of pigment. The trick is to keep the shapes simple; I’ve made a paper mache roller from a broken wooden spoon, and it’s great for those uneven textures. Just remember, the mess can be as creative as the product, so keep a bucket handy and a grin on your face.