Recycled Crafts

Creative DIY Projects That Turn Trash Into Treasure

127 Sale

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127sale_01.jpgTammy Jones of HGTV.com approached the world-famous Highway 127 Corridor Sale with crafting in mind, and came up with some unique creations.

“The key to yard sale crafting is to try to envision an object’s potential — brightened with a fresh coat of paint, adorned with fringe or beaded trim, glued to other items, or simply as a shape (rather than a true object) that could be reborn to serve another purpose,” Tammy writes.

Read her entire article, which includes dozens of great ideas and a handful of pictures, at hgtv.com.

Interested in shopping the 127 Sale? I suggest borrowing a pickup truck — or U-Haul. It starts in Jamestown, Tenn., and spans 630 miles and five states! Plan now for the 2008 sale, Aug. 7-10.

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Add a Splash of Joy to Your Crafts with The Big Book of Happy Crafts

If you love filling your home with color, personality, and handmade charm, then The Big Book of Happy Crafts by Lucia Mallea is going to be your new favorite creative companion. This book is an absolute celebration of cheerful DIY, packed with 24 vibrant and joyful projects designed to spark your imagination and make your space a little brighter.

Lucia Mallea brings her signature style—bold, colorful, and totally fun—to every project, from paper flower arrangements and party décor to custom accessories and playful home accents. The instructions are easy to follow, even for beginner crafters, and the materials are accessible—think paper, craft tools, and glitter (because yes, everything’s better with glitter).

What makes this book especially fun for those of us who love thrifting and upcycling is how effortlessly it encourages you to reimagine simple supplies into something magical. Whether you’re decorating for a celebration or just want your daily surroundings to feel a little more fun, this book offers creative ways to craft with joy.

It’s also a great reminder that crafting doesn’t have to be complicated to be meaningful—it just has to make you smile. And The Big Book of Happy Crafts does exactly that.

Shellie