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Book Review – Upcycling Crafts: Make Something Different And New From Old Items

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I just finished reading “Upcycling Crafts: Make Something Different And New From Old Items” and I have to say, it’s a pretty cool book! If you’re like me and love giving old items a new lease on life, then this book is definitely for you.

What I liked most about the book is how it’s not just focused on upcycling, but it also gives you ideas for how to incorporate your new creations into a Halloween theme. As someone who loves Halloween and all its spooky festivities, I was excited to see how I could incorporate upcycling into my Halloween decor.

The book covers a variety of themes from different decades, starting from the 1920s all the way to the 1950s. Each theme is unique and has its own subthemes, costumes, invitations, and even food and drink suggestions. It’s like a one-stop-shop for Halloween planning!

One thing I appreciated about the book is how it takes a step-by-step approach to each theme, so you don’t feel overwhelmed by the amount of information it provides. The photos in the book are also a nice touch and help to bring the ideas to life.

Overall, I’d definitely recommend “Upcycling Crafts: Make Something Different And New From Old Items” to anyone who loves Halloween and wants to incorporate upcycling into their celebrations. It’s a fun read that’s full of creative ideas, and I can’t wait to try some of them out for myself!

 

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

Let’s talk about a quiet little hero in the kitchen: the humble trivet. But not just any trivet — this set of 4 recycled plastic square trivets is a modern, minimalist dream made from 100% recycled household plastic. Yep, the same plastic that might’ve ended up in landfill is now protecting your benchtops in style. That’s a win.

I have to admit, I get a little thrill when practical things are also eco-friendly and just plain good-looking. These remind me of the ones I picked up at a zero-waste store in Melbourne — sleek, colorful, and almost too pretty to put a hot pot on. Almost.

Each one is handcrafted in small batches, with flecks of color that tell the story of what it used to be — lids, containers, maybe even your old shampoo bottle. It’s like modern terrazzo meets sustainable design. Perfect for gifting to a housewarming host or just treating your own kitchen to something that feels good and does good

Why we’re obsessed:

  • Made entirely from recycled household plastics

  • Each piece is uniquely speckled and full of character

  • A perfect match for eco-conscious kitchens, minimalist decor, and zero-waste living

Small item, big impact. And every time you set down your coffee pot or casserole dish, you’ll get that sweet little “I did something good today” feeling.