Recycled Crafts

Creative DIY Projects That Turn Trash Into Treasure

How to make a fabric and button star Christmas ornament

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There is something so charming about this fabric star Christmas ornament. It is very simple to make and perfect for the little ones as well as adults who want to get into the Christmas crafting. Pop on over to the blog Felicity Quilts for the measurements and tutorial on how to make a fabric star Christmas ornament.

Looking for vintage buttons? Check these out on Etsy.

Have you ever thought of upcycling old buttons to make your own DIY Christmas decorations? If not, you’re in for a treat! With just a few simple materials and some creative thinking, you can turn those forgotten buttons into unique and beautiful Christmas tree decorations.

You can create everything from snowflakes to stars to ornaments. Not to mention the satisfaction you’ll get from making something with your own two hands. And the best part? It’s a great way to reuse old buttons and reduce your environmental footprint. So this holiday season, why not make your own upcycled Christmas decorations? You’ll have a blast crafting something special, and your home will be filled with a truly unique festive atmosphere.

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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!