Creative DIY Projects That Turn Trash Into Treasure
Dudecraft posted this photo and asked for suggestions on how to make it. There are some great ideas there. I love the look of this, kind of industrial/quilt/wood floor like. I personally would go with the gluing method.
[tags]leather belt floor cloth[/tags]
If you love filling your home with color, personality, and handmade charm, then The Big Book of Happy Crafts by Lucia Mallea is going to be your new favorite creative companion. This book is an absolute celebration of cheerful DIY, packed with 24 vibrant and joyful projects designed to spark your imagination and make your space a little brighter.
Lucia Mallea brings her signature style—bold, colorful, and totally fun—to every project, from paper flower arrangements and party décor to custom accessories and playful home accents. The instructions are easy to follow, even for beginner crafters, and the materials are accessible—think paper, craft tools, and glitter (because yes, everything’s better with glitter).
What makes this book especially fun for those of us who love thrifting and upcycling is how effortlessly it encourages you to reimagine simple supplies into something magical. Whether you’re decorating for a celebration or just want your daily surroundings to feel a little more fun, this book offers creative ways to craft with joy.
It’s also a great reminder that crafting doesn’t have to be complicated to be meaningful—it just has to make you smile. And The Big Book of Happy Crafts does exactly that.
Shellie
These ideas are stunning! So innovative and creative!
The only problem with this one is that I only have about 3 old belts so it’s gonna be a very narrow floorcloth 😉
What a fabulous idea with the leather belts! I would sew them (on my industrial machine) onto burlap or something with no “give”. Then put non-skin rubber layer underneath. Great idea!
Cheers Christine
I’ve never seen anything like this before, who would’ve thought!
Oh i really love this idea. Thrift stores have tons of great old worn leather belts and i love the feel of them.
I love this!! Great use of old belts and I love the history (and stories) that it brings.
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This is such a neat idea; I wouldn’t have thought of using belts as flooring. Bravo! I used old thrift shop leather belts to “cane” a chair seat by weaving the belts. It turned out to be a great project and gets a lot of attention at home. http://www.ehow.com/how_5634671_weave-leather-chair-seat.html
That’s a fab idea! I just wish I had that many old leather belts to use! Check out