Recycled Crafts

Creative DIY Projects That Turn Trash Into Treasure

Embroidery hoop and fabric Christmas tree

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I am always on the lookout for ways to use my Christmas fabric stash. I have started a Christmas quilt but I’m sad to say it doesn’t make it up to the top of the list to work on much. But this project is so fast and easy it could be just the one to make with a few embroidery hoops and your Christmas fabric stash.

Simply pop in a different fabric into a variety of sizes of embroidery hoops and hot glue them together.

Like I said- easy-peasy! Oh and in case you are wondering that triangle Christmas tree is made from a recycled wool felted sweater and a handmade pompom. Again super easy!!!

Merry crafty Christmas all you recycled crafters!!!

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  1. Hi. Great project! I also love the pillow with the pom pom topper shown in the photo, on the chair. Do you offer a tutorial about that pillow?

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Recycled Paper Cylinder Face Art – A Colorful Win for All Ages

I recently stumbled across this super creative project on Instructables – “Face With Recycled Paper Cylinders” – and I had to share it with you all because it’s just the kind of craft that checks all my favorite boxes: recycled materials, hands-on creativity, and fun for literally any age.

The idea is simple but genius—roll strips of recycled paper (think junk mail, old magazines, leftover printer paper) into cylinders, then arrange and glue them to form a unique abstract face. You can make it funky, realistic, Picasso-inspired—whatever your mood or style dictates!

What I really love is the blend of eco-conscious crafting with true artistic expression. This isn’t just another kids’ project—it’s something you could easily do with a group of little ones, a classroom full of teens, or even as an adult art therapy or weekend wind-down activity. It’s super relaxing and surprisingly satisfying seeing all those paper rolls come together to form something new and expressive.

The tutorial itself is easy to follow, with plenty of visuals to guide you along the way. You don’t need any fancy materials—just glue, paper, scissors, and a board or piece of cardboard to serve as your canvas.

I also appreciate how this project leaves so much room for personalization. Want to make it into a full face? Go for it. Prefer to focus on a single eye or mouth? Totally works. You can even play with color schemes by choosing papers with a certain palette, or painting over them once they’re rolled.

In short: this is a total keeper for anyone who loves crafting with purpose. It’s the kind of project that sparks creativity while gently reinforcing the idea that beautiful things can come from what we usually throw away.

Highly recommend giving it a go—solo or with a group. And if you try it, tag me or drop a pic—I’d love to see your recycled masterpiece!