Recycled Crafts

Creative DIY Projects That Turn Trash Into Treasure

5 Simple Recycled Craft Ideas

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Let’s be honest, if you are on this site you are a DIY-er!  You love to try and make things, and use your creative talents to produce something amazing!  Check out the links below to find some fun crafts to make your junk into something new and exciting. Looking to make your own beads? Check out these recycled paper bead maker kit.

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1- Necktie Necklace from The Crafting Chicks

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2- Faux Tin Tiles from Suzy’s Sitcom

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3- Sweet Tooth Pouch from Punkin Pattern

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4- Book Page Necklace from Mandipidy

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5- Recycled CD Coasters from Crafts by Amanda

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Don’t Toss That Old Fence! Here’s How to Give It a Second Life in the Garden

When our old fence blew down during the recent cyclone (thanks, nature ), I did what any slightly obsessive DIYer would do—I went straight to Google to find a way to repurpose the whole lot instead of sending it to the tip.

That’s when I stumbled across this brilliant tutorial from Journey with Jill about turning old fence boards into DIY raised garden beds. Total game changer. Not only does it save you money on lumber (which, let’s be real, isn’t cheap right now), but it also gives that weathered wood a gorgeous, rustic look that fits so well in the garden.

Her step-by-step guide is super practical, especially if you’re like me and not quite ready to part with “good wood” even if it’s a little rough around the edges. I loved how she emphasized prepping the boards properly and keeping the build simple—no fancy tools or complex measurements, just a solid, doable weekend project.

Why I’m Loving This Raised Bed Idea:

  • It’s eco-friendly (hello, upcycling win!)

  • The aged wood has such a cozy, natural aesthetic

  • It’s perfect for veggie beds, herbs, or even a rustic flower patch

  • And hey, there’s something very satisfying about turning storm chaos into garden calm

So if you’ve got a sad pile of fence boards and a patch of dirt calling your name, check out Jill’s full tutorial right here. Your future tomatoes will thank you.

Now I just need to convince the family that pulling nails from old fence boards is “fun quality time”