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7 Ways to Use Your Old Utensils

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If you have an old set of utensils you are getting ready to toss, you may want to wait just a few minutes.  Maybe you’ve found a great collection on a recent trip to the thrift shop, or you are just looking for a fun project to use something out of your “junk” collection.  These 7 ideas are some great ways you can craft with those old cutlery items and stil be left with something beautiful and useful.

Check out these DIY Bird House kits we found on Amazon, perfect for gift giving.

Love working with recycled items? Check out this amazing recycled Crafts book.

 

flowers

1- Garden Cutlery Flowers from Hometalk

eggcup

2- Egg Cup Fork from Make Fun Creating

spoonrainchain

3- Spoon Rain Chain from Birds and Blooms

handles

4- Stamped Spoon Cabinet Handles from Thistle Wood Farms

love

5- Love Sign from House of Hawthornes

ladle

6- Soup Ladle Candle Holder from Lush Home

windchime

7- Wind Chime from What’s The Buzz

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What better way to mark a special occasion than with a little bit of recycled luxury? These Veuve Clicquot Champagne bottle earrings are a fabulous way to add a touch of glam to any celebration—and they’re made from upcycled Champagne bottles! I can already picture wearing them to a dinner party or popping them on for a glass of bubbly to really feel like you’re celebrating in style.

The clever use of recycled glass from such an iconic brand brings a fresh, fun twist to your jewelry collection. I absolutely love that these earrings turn something so familiar and extravagant into wearable art, while keeping sustainability at the forefront. It’s such a cool, chic way to repurpose something that’s already had its moment and give it a new one.

Why they’re perfect for you:

  • Made from recycled Champagne bottles, these earrings bring eco-conscious style to your jewelry collection

  • A unique accessory that turns everyday luxury into wearable art

  • Ideal for special occasions, wine lovers, or anyone who enjoys adding a bit of sparkle to their outfit

Whether you’re attending a wedding, a special dinner, or just want to add a little pop to your day, these earrings are sure to make a statement. A stylish way to bring sustainability into your wardrobe—cheers to that!