Creative DIY Projects That Turn Trash Into Treasure
Enter to win 50 Ways to Go Green: A Simple Guide to Becoming Eco-Conscious. Leave a comment in today’s post by April 8, 2015 and you are in the running for this informative deck of cards. Open to U. S. residents only please. Here are two of the 50 cards, one on repurposing and the other on how to make your own household cleaners.
You know that one drawer? The one stuffed with old magazines you swore you’d read again someday? Yeah, I had one too. Mine was a jumbled pile of home décor issues, a few random cooking magazines, and—don’t judge—some celebrity gossip ones from 2011 (I was emotionally invested, okay?). But here’s the thing… instead of tossing them all into the recycling bin, I discovered a whole new world of DIY that completely changed the way I looked at those glossy pages.
Rolled magazine crafts are the ultimate combo of relaxing, colorful, and oh-so-satisfying. It’s the kind of project that starts with “I’ll just roll a few pages” and ends with you surrounded by a vase, a bowl, three coasters, and plans to make a full-blown wall installation. There’s something magical about taking something destined for the trash and turning it into something genuinely beautiful. It’s like giving your old mags a second life—and honestly, they deserve it.
The best part? These projects are super versatile. You can go small with beads or bobby pins, or go big with wall art, wreaths, or even furniture pieces. (Yes, furniture! There’s a magazine stool in this roundup that blew my mind.) And don’t even get me started on the gift potential—handmade goodies like these make thoughtful, one-of-a-kind presents without breaking the bank.
Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just looking for a mindful weekend project, there’s something incredibly rewarding about rolling paper into art. You’ll be amazed at how meditative the process is, and how quickly you’ll start eyeing every glossy page as potential craft material.
Recycled Magazine Mirror – Home and Garden
Great idea for making a recycled magazine modern vase
Etsy Feature – wall art- made from recycled magazines
Tea Set Made from Rolled Magazines
Making a Magazine Stool – Green Issues by Agy
Recycled Paper Beads — CraftBits.com
Paper Bead Bobby Pin — CraftBits.com
Face With Recycled Paper Cylinders : 7 Steps (with Pictures) – Instructables
Making a Box with Magazine Rolls
Magazine Craft Step By Step: Reuse And Make Art! – Smiling Colors
Recycled Magazine Pages Bowl : 6 Steps (with Pictures) – Instructables
New art from old rolled up magazine pages-easy and colorful! : r/crafts
Magnificent Magazine Paper Beaded Bracelet : 10 Steps (with Pictures) – Instructables
Magazine Vase and Pencil Holder : 3 Steps (with Pictures) – Instructables
Upcycled Rolled Paper Frame DIY Craft!
Rolled Paper Candle Holder : 4 Steps (with Pictures) – Instructables
DIY Crafted Paper Basket: Made From Waste
Waste Paper Baskets From Real Waste Paper/
West Elm Coiled Paper Ornament Knock Off
Tutorial: Coiled Magazine Paper Bowls – Frugal Upstate
Rolled paper Christmas Tree Ornament – Her Tool Belt
How to Recycle Magazines into Jewelry Beads
Recycled Magazine Bowl – DIY Inspired
Recycled Magazine Page Nesting Bowls! – creative jewish mom
Upcycled Magazine Art – Oh My Creative
Rolled Magazine Wall Art | walnuthollowcrafts
Cool DIY Clock Of Rolled Up Magazine Sheets – Shelterness
DIY – Recycled Magazine Wreath
So if you’ve been looking for an excuse to clean out that drawer, this is it. Not only are you decluttering, but you’re also creating stunning pieces that spark conversation and bring a pop of personality to any room. It’s a total win-win.
Personally, I’ve turned some of my oldest, most faded magazine pages into colorful bowls and ornaments—and every time I walk past them, I smile knowing they were rescued from the recycling bin. Crafting with rolled magazines isn’t just fun; it’s a little reminder that beauty can be found in the most unexpected places (even between old perfume ads and articles on how to organize your pantry).
So go ahead—grab those scissors, pour a cup of tea (or a cheeky glass of wine), and start rolling. And hey, if you make something amazing, I’d love to see it! Tag me on social or drop a comment below so we can all ooh and ahh together. Happy crafting, and remember: no magazine left behind.
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What a wonderful prize! I already make some home claiming products and also
beauty products, but this would kick up
all my efforts to a higher level.
I would love these cards as I try to recycle as much as I can now!
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I always try to be as eco-friendly as I possible can. I’ve been doing it for year! But I’m always looking for more ways to be eco friendly!
Great that so many people are trying to go green!!! Don’t forget to use essential oils.
Great way to have info at your finger tips instead of having to search through notes That’s what I have to do. ????
This is JUST what I need!! I would have one on the ‘frig til it was a habit, then go to another one.
Great cards! And what a fun informative way to learn how to be more kind to our precious Mother Earth. Awesome idea! Thanks!
Hi, very smart giveaway most people are trying to go green but don’t know how like me I try but. Thanks for the giveaway and a chance. Have a great day.
What a great giveaway. I’m all about going green… DIY, upcycling, repurposing, recycling, and homemade cleaners!
I love this! I regularly reuse glass jars for cups or dry good containers and would love other ideas on how to go green.
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