Learn about recycling from a new perspective! Peek into this diary of a plastic bottle as it goes on a journey from the refinery plant, to the manufacturing line, to the store shelf, to a garbage can, and finally to … Read More ...
How to make modern minimal Christmas tree decorations
These are so pretty and festive. They look both modern and vintage. I bet they would look cool in all sorts of color combinations. Battery powered twinkle lights would also be a fun addition. I am going to save up … Read More ...
How to make recycled plastic bottle charms
These are so pretty and pretty easy to make too! They are like the middle stage of Shrinky Dinks. Need some new jewelry making supplies to add to your stash? Why not spend some times just making organic shaped recycled … Read More ...
How to make a pretty recycled soda bottle terrarium
I really like the curvy shape of this terrarium. Lots of us are doing more gardening than we used to as we have more time on our hands or simply need to add more living things around us. Pop on … Read More ...
Big public art made with recycled plastic bottles and chain link fence
I am a big fan of art in public places especially when it is a community project. This idea for making a big piece of art on a chain link fence with painted recycled plastic water bottles is so innovative … Read More ...
Frugal Easy Last-Minute Valentine’s Gift
This easy Valentine’s Day craft project only costs a whopping $0.50 and not surprisingly, it’s an upcycled project. Valentine’s Day is a nice holiday, but after the Christmas rush (and exhaustion), you want to keep it simple. Since this is … Read More ...
128 Winter crafts for kids from recycled materials
Winter crafts cover many popular winter season themes like snowflakes, snowman, icicles, winter wonderland, Frozen inspired crafts, arctic and polar animals. All crafts are based on materials everyone has in a recycle bin like toilet paper rolls, old newspapers and … Read More ...
How to make recycled lanterns
These are beyond festive! I bet they would be a great group project for just about any holiday or celebration. Pop on over to the blog Around The World for the tutorial on how to make recycled plastic bottle lanterns… Read More ...
Super modern recycled plastic bottle vase
I think some of the most successful examples of recycled crafts are the ones where you can’t quite tell right away what it’s made out of. This looks like an elegant glass vase. Not only is it pretty it’s easy … Read More ...
Recycled plastic bottle tissue and towel holder and more!
Now this looks like one of those vintage crafts from Pack-o-Fun magazine, doesn’t it? I love the vintage quality but I bet it would work in a modern theme. This fun recycled plastic bottle tissue and towel holder is part … Read More ...
Great collection of recycled 2 liter bottle planters
I bet these would be a great summer projects. When your done with your soda save the container and use the amazing collection of ideas over at El Como De Las Cosas to create recycled plastic bottle planters in … Read More ...
How to make an ombre felt letterboard
Do you love letterboards? Want to make one in an ombre color that matches your decor? Well this is just the project for you. Who knew it was so easy? I have made a ring box with recycled wool felted … Read More ...
How to make vintage looking plastic flowers
These little melted pony bead flowers look like vintage flower buttons. If you like to make your own embellishments for all sorts of things that coordinate perfectly with your other accessories. I bet these would look fun on planner clips … Read More ...
Repurposed Plastic Bottle Succulents and Terrarium
These mini succulents are so cute in their tiny terrariums. The plants are made from repurposed plastic bottles and the terrarium is an old Nutella jar. So this twofer project of a display cloche and the item displayed a recycled … Read More ...
How to make New Year’s Eve noise makers
If you like to make your own party accessories these noise makers are a fun and pretty project that will kick the new year off in the recycled spirit. Pop on over to the blog Domestic Charm and check out … Read More ...