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Time Flies — And Sometimes It Has Wings Made of Vintage Paper and Buttons

May 10, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Have you ever been to the cuckoo clock shop at Tamborine Mountain? It’s like stepping into another world — a charming, ticking wonderland filled with thousands (yes, literally thousands) of clocks. Some are grand and ornate, others tiny and … Read More ...

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

May 6, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

You know when you throw on something and suddenly feel like you’ve traveled somewhere soulful and sun-soaked? That’s exactly the vibe of this patch sari kimono jacket—handmade from recycled vintage saris and bursting with history, texture, and bohemian elegance.… Read More ...

Free E-book – Cheekoo and the Cloud of Trash – A Must-Read for Little Recycled Eco-Warriors

May 5, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

If you’re raising little recyclers, or just trying to get your kids to stop tossing snack wrappers under the couch, Cheekoo and the Cloud of Trash is the picture book you didn’t know you needed.

In this beautifully illustrated and … Read More ...

DIY Upcycled Pants to Apron: A Fun and Easy Project

May 4, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Got a pair of pants that are too worn out to wear but you just can’t bring yourself to toss them? I found the perfect solution! Barb from Made By Barb has this awesome DIY tutorial that shows you how … Read More ...

Book Review: Charming Woodland Crafts – A Nature-Inspired Treasure Trove for Eco-Friendly Creators

May 3, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

recycled nature crafts

If you’re someone who loves turning natural and recycled materials into beautiful handmade crafts, then Charming Woodland Crafts is a book you’ll want on your shelf — or more accurately, on your craft table covered in bark, twigs, and acorns.… Read More ...

Creative Ways to Teach Kids About Recycling

April 29, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Recycling is an important habit that can make a big difference in protecting our planet. However, teaching kids about it doesn’t have to be boring. With a little creativity, you can turn learning about recycling into a fun, hands-on experience. … Read More ...

Turn Your Old Jeans into a Stylish Coloring Pencil Tote – You Won’t Believe How Easy It Is!

April 27, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Okay, fellow crafters and coloring fanatics, I have to tell you about a little upcycling gem I stumbled across—and yes, it involves your trusty old jeans and your ever-growing collection of coloring pencils.

If you’re anything like me, adult coloring … Read More ...

Barefooted Welder: Turning Scrap into Sculptural Statements

April 25, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Today, in honor of ANZAC Day, we’re shining a spotlight on a truly unique Australian artist — The Barefooted Welder, aka Michael Dudley. Based in North Queensland, Michael is known for his raw, imaginative sculptures made entirely from scrap … Read More ...

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

April 22, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Ever looked at a plane’s life vest and thought, “That would make a killer toiletry bag?” No? Well, someone did—and thank goodness for that kind of genius.

This week’s top recycled Etsy find is a total conversation starter: an upcycled … Read More ...

DIY Bar Goals: This Wine Bottle Cutter Kit Is About to Change My Crafting Life

April 21, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

I have a confession: this bottle cutter kit has been sitting in my Amazon cart for days. I keep coming back to it, imagining all the wine bottles I could be turning into classy glasses, candle holders, or even a … Read More ...

The $6.7 Million Upcycled Easter Handbag That’s Breaking the Internet

April 18, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Upcycled Emu Egg Bag Hermes

It sounds absolutely unreal, but a $6.7 million handbag is making headlines—and not just for its jaw-dropping price. Fashion designer Debbie Wingham has pushed the boundaries of luxury and sustainable fashion by creating what may be the world’s most expensive … Read More ...

How to make tiny recycled egg carton bunnies

March 26, 2025 by Stefanie Girard

I’m starting to think recycled egg carton crafts are becoming as popular as tp tube crafts and just as cute and creative! These tiny Easter Bunnies are so cute. Really the hardest part is probably cutting the carton apart and … Read More ...

How to make holiday stress balls

November 14, 2024 by Stefanie Girard

These DIY stress balls were created for Halloween with cute little Jack-o-lantern faces but I’m thinking of all the ways to switch them up so that they can be used for all the stressful holidays. Are there any that aren’t? … Read More ...

Got junk? Make some “Junk-o-lanterns” for Halloween

October 10, 2024 by Stefanie Girard

Boy do I love the name of this recycled Halloween craft…I like the project too of course. If you have a bunch of random buttons and assorted hardware pop on over to the blog Diva of DIY for the tutorial … Read More ...

Truly creepy Halloween decoration

October 9, 2024 by Stefanie Girard

Red eye happens when you take a picture but adding it to a photo to make it creepy is really creepy. But wait there’s more add some fangs and your family will truly be Halloween fabulous. Pop on over to … Read More ...

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