I am a huuuuuuge fan of ugly Christmas sweaters and of course recycled crafts. I am also a super-fan of recycling pretty Christmas cards. If you are too you will want to pop over to the blog What’s Up Fagans? … Read More ...
How to make an Upcycled Wine Bottle Christmas Village
This fun project turns old wine bottles into a magical Christmas village just in time for the holidays. This unique take on the old Christmas village looks elegant and modern, with a bit of whimsy thrown in. This is a … Read More ...
How to upcycle fabric scraps with natural dyes
There are many ways to reuse, recycle and repurpose fabric scraps. Over at the blog La Creative Mama you can see a great tutorial on how to use natural dyes to upcycle fabric or make new fabric look vintage and … Read More ...
Shine Up Your Holiday Decor with This Easy DIY Gold Leaf Tutorial on a recycled bottle
Who doesn’t love an easy, quick, upcycled decor project? Pop on over to the link sent in by the crafter at List in Progress where you will learn how to apply gold leaf (or silver, copper…) to any glass item … Read More ...
How to make a modern style faux-concrete Christmas Light
Today’s beautiful modern Christmas decoration can be used year round with different embellishments. This modern faux-concrete ring decoration was sent in by the clever crafter at the blog A Crafty Mix. “No one believes me when I tell them we … Read More ...
How to make a colorful recycled folded magazine Christmas tree
I have created Christmas trees by folding the pages of books but I haven’t tried this more colorful version of using magazines. Pop on over to the blog I Gotta Create for the tutorial on how to make folded magazine … Read More ...
How to make a recycled tp tube Christmas countdown calendar
I know last year, among other things, will go down as the Toilet paper year. This year Toilet paper still makes it into the news. Why not use the illustrious Toilet paper tube to make this year’s Countdown Calendar. Pop … Read More ...
Recycled wire hanger becomes a cute Christmas tree countdown calendar
It’s that time of year again! If you are a regular reader here at Craft Gossip Recycling you you know I love to make a countdown calendar every year and a new Christmas tree out of recycled items. This recycled … Read More ...
How to make supersized acorns with pine cones
Not only do these supersized acorns use natural elements but the base is something recycled from another holiday staple I bet you have in your stash. Pop on over to the blog Life is A Party for the step by … Read More ...
Book Review – DIY Wood Pallet Projects: 35 Rustic Modern Upcycling Ideas to Personalize Your Space
With DIY Wood Pallet Projects, you can finally personalize your space without having to spend a fortune on getting that perfect rustic chic look. Featuring 35 creative upcycling ideas, you’ll transform old wood pallets into beautiful projects that will … Read More ...
How to make an adorable twig teepee votive holder
Making tiny things can be so much fun. These tiny twig teepees are just darling and the color combinations that could be made with all your yarn scraps is endless! Pop on over to the blog Blue Bear Wood to … Read More ...
Coffee filters make great Turkey decorations for Thanksgiving
These are just so silly and cute. Well they are made with wiggle eyes so that must explain the silly part but the beautiful colors in the tail feather part reminds me of fall leaves (neat painting technique to file … Read More ...
How to make adorable recycled TP tube Indian corn decorations for Thanksgiving
If you are thinking, “Here she goes again” you are right! I can’t believe that I keep finding new recycled things to make with the magical TP paper tube. Today’s project is great to do with the kiddos. I bet … Read More ...
Transform your tea cups into miniature scene filled Christmas ornaments
I painted the inside of tea cups with glitter a few years ago and used them as electric votive candle holders and this project looks like another way I could use those same painted tea cups. Pop on over to … Read More ...
Recycled Mason jars filled with pretty things make a great Christmas tree
Clear containers like recycled Mason jars make one of the best containers to collect and then use for storage. Even better when the jars filled with pretty things can then be arranged into a holiday decoration. I like to make … Read More ...