Creative DIY Projects That Turn Trash Into Treasure
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
I bet no on e will guess that these earrings are made from a recycled plastic bottle until you tell them. They are so pretty and look high-end to me. Pop on over to the blog Happy Family Art for … Read More ...
I am having so much fun decorating for Easter, not sure why, but that’s the way it is. I got out all my boxes and having so much fun seeing all the fun little things I have in my stash. … Read More ...
I love organic shape sculptures. Like the bean in Chicago. I sculpt little tiny things out of porcelain right now but I love this idea for working with plaster and a balloon. Pop on over to the blog Artful Parent … Read More ...
I have melted crayons between two pieces of wax paper to make window art to good success. This project kicks it up by incorporating a black stained glass frame outline paper layer. I bet there are lots of ways to … Read More ...
If you are a fan of adding subtle elements to your art this idea for embossing shapes and textures could be just the technique you will want to try. I haven’t had much success in the past but the tips … Read More ...
This is a great way to make easy and fun charms and pendants that uses recycled items. I can totally see expanding this technique using bottle caps, pop tabs and broken jewelry to give it a new life. Pop on … Read More ...
These look like mini mid mod planters. I bet by shaping the wire in more of a curl a Victorian style could be created. Pop on over to Apartment Therapy for a great collection of a wide variety of recycled … Read More ...
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 ...
If one bunny is cute two are even more cute! Better yet why not make a whole herd (or if you like the internet version-“fluffle”). Either way hop on over to the blog Happy Toddler Playtime for the step by … Read More ...
This has to be the best transformation of egg cartons to egg cups in my opinion as at first I couldn’t quite tell what they were made from. Pop on over to the blog Project Kid for the most divers … Read More ...
I think I love any project that is about putting words on something. This project that features a tutorial on how to stamp (impress) letters and words into pencils is perfect for gifts and first day of school. I bet … Read More ...
I’ve already started wearing my St. Patrick’s Day outfits. I have a bunch of crazy pants covered in rainbows and shamrocks. This rainbow shaker is just as bold and fun! Pop on over to the blog Happy Mothering for the … Read More ...