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Book Review – Recycling in the Garden: Reusing Everyday Items

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As someone who loves to garden, I was excited to get my hands on “Recycling in the Garden: Reusing Everyday Items”. The book lives up to its name, providing innovative and simple ways to recycle everything from water to materials in your garden. I especially appreciated the practical examples, which showed recycling in action and turned unwanted items into useful garden features.

One of the things I love most about gardening is the sense of relaxation it brings, and this book emphasizes how gardening can also be a sustainable activity. By using less water, making your own compost, and choosing energy-efficient equipment, you can save money while doing your part to protect the environment.

The book suggests many ways to reuse water, including rainwater collection, which I found particularly interesting. The author also provides tips on where to look for free and cheap materials, such as reclamation yards, factories, restaurants, and hospitals. This is a great way to get creative with your gardening projects without breaking the bank.

I found the instructions clear and easy to follow, even for those who may not have much experience in gardening or DIY projects. The book helps you let your imagination run free, and I’m already thinking of ways to implement some of the ideas I learned about.

Overall, I highly recommend “Recycling in the Garden: Reusing Everyday Items” to anyone who loves gardening and wants to be more sustainable and creative in their gardening practices.

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I Found a Table Made from Mannequin Legs—and I’m Still Not Over It

 

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Okay, I have to tell you about one of the most bizarre-yet-brilliant DIYs I’ve come across in a while. While scrolling through google (as one does when deep into a late-night upcycling rabbit hole), I stumbled on a video tutorial for a table made out of mannequin legs. And honestly? I couldn’t look away.

This project is peak creative chaos—in the best way. The concept is exactly what it sounds like: four mannequin legs, flipped and fixed in place, supporting a standard tabletop. It’s got this quirky, surreal vibe that makes it feel part high fashion, part modern art installation. Think: Tim Burton meets IKEA.

What I loved most about this video is how surprisingly accessible it is. The creator breaks the process down clearly—so even though the end result looks totally wild, the steps are manageable. You’ll need a few tools and a decent amount of glue or screws (depending on how permanent you want this table to be), but nothing too technical.

Design-wise, this piece is an absolute conversation starter. It would look amazing in a creative studio, a funky coffee shop, or even as a statement piece in a minimalist home—anywhere you want to break the “normal furniture” mold. The contrast between the realistic mannequin legs and a basic tabletop is just the right kind of weird.

If you’re into recycled home decor, eco-conscious DIY projects, or just love adding some unexpected personality to your space, this one’s worth bookmarking. Whether or not you ever make it yourself, it’s guaranteed to make you see mannequins—and furniture—in a whole new way.

Catch the full tutorial and see the visual magic for yourself on Recyclart. Just be prepared to say, “Wait, is that a leg?” every time someone visits your house.