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DIY Kids Craft Project – Upcycled Cardboard Box Sandcastle

July 3, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

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Looking for a creative way to keep the kids entertained this summer without spending a fortune? Turn your trash into treasure with this fun Recycled Sandcastle Craft Project! Using cardboard boxes, plastic lids, glue, and a bit of imagination, … Read More ...

Handmade with a Past: Tuesday’s Top Recycled Etsy Find

July 1, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

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 … Read More ...

How to Paint Melamine Furniture

June 29, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Recently, we received an email from Jenny, one of our readers, asking for some advice on painting melamine furniture. Jenny was looking to refresh an old dresser but wasn’t sure about the right way to tackle the project. Well, we’ve … Read More ...

35 Rolled Magazine Crafts -You’ll Never Throw Away a Magazine Again

June 23, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

You know that one drawer? The one stuffed with old magazines you swore you’d read again someday? Yeah, I had one too. Mine was a jumbled pile of home décor issues, a few random cooking magazines, and—don’t judge—some celebrity gossip … Read More ...

Recycled Refrigerator Grate Photo Frame by Spraypaint Blog

June 22, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

If you’re looking for a creative and sustainable way to display your favorite photos, the Recycled Refrigerator Grate Photo Frame tutorial from the Spraypaint Blog offers a unique and stylish solution. This DIY project transforms old refrigerator grates into elegant … Read More ...

Book Review: Upcycle – Transform Everyday Objects into Stylish Sustainable Home Decor

June 21, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

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If you’re passionate about upcycled home decor, eco-friendly crafts, or simply love giving old items a new life, Upcycle: 24 Sustainable DIY Projects to Turn Everyday Objects into Home Decor   is a book that’s sure to spark your … Read More ...

Teaching Kids About Recycling: Fun Activities to Build Eco-Friendly Habits

June 18, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

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Getting kids involved in recycling can be more than just tossing paper into a blue bin. When taught creatively, recycling becomes an exciting way for children to understand their impact on the world around them. At a young age, kids … Read More ...

Handmade with a Past: Tuesday’s Top Recycled Etsy Find

June 17, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

If you’re anything like me, you’ve got a stack of old vinyl records lying around, maybe from your parents’ collection or that time you bought a crate of random records at a garage sale. Well, here’s a genius way to … Read More ...

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

June 15, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

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 … Read More ...

Come On Baby, Start My Fire – DIY Firestarters

June 12, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

I stumbled across this brilliant little project the other day from one of my favorite upcycling bloggers, Sadie Seasongoods, and I had to share it. 

The firestarters Sadie makes are crafted from dryer lint, wax, and the … Read More ...

DIY Review: Handmade Wooden American Flag – Rustic, Patriotic, and Perfectly Imperfect

June 10, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

 

I don’t know about you, but there’s something extra special about décor that’s both meaningful and made by hand. That’s exactly what drew me to this gorgeous DIY wooden American flag from Reinvented Delaware. It’s rustic. It’s bold. It’s … Read More ...

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

June 7, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

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, … Read More ...

Handmade with a Past: Tuesday’s Top Recycled Etsy Find

June 3, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Art can speak volumes, but it doesn’t have to cost the earth—literally. This recycled artwork, framed and ready to hang, is a perfect example of how beauty can emerge from the unexpected. It’s made from upcycled materials, bringing … Read More ...

Creative Ways to Reuse UNO Cards: Fun Upcycled Crafts to Try

June 2, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

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If you’ve got an old or incomplete deck of UNO cards lying around, don’t toss them just yet! Whether the cards are bent, missing pieces, or just no longer in rotation for game night, there are plenty of clever ways … Read More ...

Woolie and Furry Upcycled Slippers by Made By Barb

June 1, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

If you’re a fan of cozy, sustainable crafting, the Woolie & Furry Upcycled Slippers tutorial by Made By Barb is a must-try. This project combines creativity, comfort, and eco-consciousness, resulting in a pair of slippers that are both stylish and … Read More ...

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