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Christy’s Craft Challenge

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Looking for a great way to expand your crafting brain power? Want to get into the whole “recycled crafts” thing, but don’t have any crafts to recycle? Christy’s Craft Challenge is for you!

I was contacted by Christy, who explained to me this great idea she’s got going on, and the growing community surrounding it. Via Etsy, you sign up for a one-month craft challenge. You’ll receive a manilla envelope full of goodies, as well as full instructions for completing the month’s challenge.

Your job? To use ALL the items in the envelope, along with any other craft supplies you may have laying around (but you can’t go out and purchase new!), and then submit a photo of your final creation to the Flickr group. There’s a deadline for this, and the group as a whole votes on the “best” creation!

The winner gets the next month’s challenge for free, as well as another, top secret prize!

February’s challenge was making a fat quarter handbag, and March’s challenge is about to begin! Hurry and get signed up before you have to wait another month to get in on the fun!

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If you love a good wine and a stylish cheese platter, then this recycled flat wine bottle cheese board will be your new best friend. Not only does it combine two of life’s greatest pleasures, but it also gives a second life to old wine bottles, turning them into something functional and chic.

I stumbled across a similar piece at a friend’s gathering last year, and I couldn’t stop admiring it. The wine bottle was almost unrecognizable—transformed into a sleek, modern board for snacks and small bites. It’s the perfect conversation starter, and honestly, it brings a certain wow factor to any dinner party or casual gathering.

This cheese board isn’t just pretty; it’s practical too. The smooth surface is ideal for serving everything from crackers to fruit to your favorite cheeses. Plus, it’s an awesome example of recycling and upcycling, keeping those old bottles out of landfills while elevating your entertaining game.

Why we love it:

  • Made from recycled flat wine bottles, adding sustainability to your kitchen

  • A unique upcycled home decor item that’s also super functional

  • Ideal for wine lovers, eco-conscious hosts, or anyone who loves a good cheese board

Not only does this board make for a stylish and sustainable addition to your kitchen, but it also makes for an awesome gift for those who love eco-friendly entertaining.