Recycled Crafts

Creative DIY Projects That Turn Trash Into Treasure

GreenCraft magazine

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newpub_greencraft_small.jpgComing in 2009, from the creative folks behind Somerset Studio magazine, is GreenCraft magazine. According to the editor, the magazine will “feature articles and delicious photography of all kinds of art made from recycled materials.” Click on the GreenCraft image … Read More ...

The Pillowcase Challenge Book

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The day after I wrote about Lark Books’ upcoming book on recycled plastics I received a message about another chance for recycled crafters to showcase their work (or a chance for collectors to flaunt their stuff). Read on:

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Vintage Dictionary Pins

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dictionary_pins.jpgSuzanna Scott of Sushipot Art Objects has a keen eye and penchant for vintage illustrations, typography and — really — anything old. “My inspirations come from…all things old, chipped, cracked, worn, dusty, used, found, buried, designed, loved, pieced, intricate, aged … Read More ...

Felted Jewelry

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felt_necklace.jpgLightweight and lovely describe the jewelry created by pagano designworks, who makes earrings and necklaces from recycled sweater felt. The shop’s featured earring sets are adorable sandwiches of various-colored felt, and all of the jewelry seems to be finely constructed … Read More ...

Upcycled Board Game – Monopoly Chair

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Game board enthusiasts will go gaga over this Monopoly-themed chair, which was an entry created by SewIn2Disney for the latest Craftster Challenge, “Super Ugly to Super Awesome.” The artist completely refurbished a throw-away chair with a Monopoly pillow form and … Read More ...

Etsy Trashion Sale

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trashion.jpgThe Etsy Trashion street team is hosting Save the World Sunday, a major sale event and celebration of all things recycled and handmade. The first Sunday was yesterday, Nov. 25, but you still have next Sunday, Dec. 2, to enjoy … Read More ...

Circuit Board Creations

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suncatcher.jpgWhether you embrace the inner geek in you or not, you’re sure to appreciate (new Etsy member) Debby Arem‘s jewelry, magnets, office supplies and accessories made from used circuit boards. I’m especially fond of her sun catchers, which she … Read More ...

Junk to Funk Fashion Show

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junk_to_funk.jpgThe submission deadline has passed for the second annual Junk to Funk fashion show in Portland, but you can still observe the recycled fashion action by attending the event. It’s set for Saturday, Nov. 17, at the Wonder Ballroom. … Read More ...

What the heck?

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craftster.gifAre you the type of person who likes to save everything “just in case”? Or do you find yourself buying interesting doodads at a second-hand shop or garage sale that you know will work swimmingly in a project, although at … Read More ...

Maker Faire Swap-O-Rama-Rama

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swap06.jpgThe renowned Maker Faire Oct. 20-21 in Austin is offering plenty of crafty and geeky demos along with hands-on make-it-take-projects. What may be a highlight for those interested in recycled goods is the free Swap-O-Rama-Rama. The Maker Faire site describes … Read More ...