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Junk Mail Dress

November 14, 2007 by Alissa Leave a Comment

junkmailsm.jpgIt’s hard to believe this beautiful ensemble is made primarily from junk mail. And that the artist who created it, Nancy Judd, has created outfits equally as stunning from rusty nails, newspapers, tin cans and Target shopping bags. Judd, who … Read More ...

Circuit Board Creations

November 12, 2007 by Alissa 1 Comment

suncatcher.jpgWhether you embrace the inner geek in you or not, you’re sure to appreciate (new Etsy member) Debby Arem‘s jewelry, magnets, office supplies and accessories made from used circuit boards. I’m especially fond of her sun catchers, which she … Read More ...

Salt-and-Pepper Film Canisters

November 11, 2007 by Alissa Leave a Comment

sp.jpgAlthough upcycling empty film canisters may soon be a thing of the past, here’s a sweet-and-simple modern take on salt and pepper shakers made from canisters. They’re available from the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) store for $35, but — … Read More ...

Autumn Roses

November 7, 2007 by Alissa 1 Comment

maple_roses.jpgForget the raking! Transform changing autumn leaves into sweet rosebuds by following this excellent pictorial step-by-step. Just be sure to snag the leaves while they’re still malleable instead of using them in their crunchy state.

[tags]leaves, autumn, fall, roses, rosebuds[/tags]… Read More ...

Make a Homer Doughnut

November 6, 2007 by Alissa Leave a Comment

doughnut.jpgDadcando.com is a site dedicated to fathers, especially single fathers and non-resident fathers who have contact with their children. The site includes lots of hands-on practical projects that dads can cook, make and do with their kids (although it’s not … Read More ...

Super Ugly to Super Awesome

November 5, 2007 by Alissa 1 Comment

This month’s Craftster Challenge once again caters to the mind and talents of the recycled crafter: The Super Ugly to Super Awesome Challenge asks that you spend $20 or less at a second-hand store on a super-tacky, super-ugly, super-revolting object … Read More ...

Dia De Los Muertos Shrine

November 2, 2007 by Alissa 1 Comment

chica_shrine.jpgIn honor of Dia De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead), grab some inspiration from this handmade used mint tin-turned-shrine by Crafty Chica (Kathy Cano-Murillo). Although the Day of the Dead celebrates the lives of those who are no longer … Read More ...

Halloween Lantern

October 31, 2007 by Alissa Leave a Comment

jackolantern.jpgHere’s a truly sustainable jack-o-lantern: one that’s made from recycled materials, PLUS one that can be used year after year. You’ll find this silly pumpkin face, which is made from an antique sap bucket and holds a tealight candle, … Read More ...

Junk to Funk Fashion Show

October 30, 2007 by Alissa Leave a Comment

junk_to_funk.jpgThe submission deadline has passed for the second annual Junk to Funk fashion show in Portland, but you can still observe the recycled fashion action by attending the event. It’s set for Saturday, Nov. 17, at the Wonder Ballroom. … Read More ...

Crushed Can Art

October 28, 2007 by Alissa 2 Comments

crushed_can_art.jpgArtist Charles Kaufman‘s work can be found on the pages of underground comic books and on gallery walls around the world. His colorful cartoonish paintings can also be found on used aluminum soda and beer cans.

“Using acrylic paints … Read More ...

Garden Hose Vase

October 26, 2007 by Alissa Leave a Comment

hose_vase.gifIf you find yourself “fixing” your leaky garden hose with duct tape, then maybe it’s time to consider making it into something pretty. I learned about this industrial chic multi-pronged bud vase by Dan Pearlman (of Objects of Desire) from … Read More ...

Connect Four Photo Framer

October 24, 2007 by Alissa Leave a Comment

connect4.jpgSteven James, owner of macaroni and glitter, created a charming Connect Four Photo Frame and Calendar for Craftster’s monthly challenge of transforming an old board game into something new. (Alas, this wasn’t the winning entry, but it is in … Read More ...

Leg Warmers — for Your Arms

October 22, 2007 by Alissa 1 Comment

armies.jpgI’m in love with these handcrafted arm warmers, “Armies,” by Gaye Abandon. Made from recycled sweaters, the entire line of Armies gives wearers the mobility they need in their hands without the more-often-than-not ragged look found in fingerless gloves. Plus, … Read More ...

A New Kind of Bottle Cap Craft

October 21, 2007 by Alissa 2 Comments

bowl1.jpgBurned out on bottle cap crafts? Then maybe you haven’t seen this: Kawaii Crafter of zakka life presents a unique take on bottle cap functional art in her understated but artsy bottle cap bowl, made from the colorless plastic … Read More ...

MacGyver Runners-Up

October 20, 2007 by Alissa Leave a Comment

lanyard.jpgI hope ReadyMade magazine continues to show the MacGyver contest runners-up on its website, because there are lots of great ideas that unfortunately didn’t quite make the cut to be used in publication. For example, runner-up Brie Neel of Sophia, … Read More ...

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