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Win a Copy of Green Craft Magazine

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The creative and talented people of Stampington & Company have done it again! Their magazines (which I think are the quality of a book really) are just beautiful and so inspiring. Green Craft is no exception! Would you like to win a free copy of Green Craft?

I have one to give away! Just leave a comment in today’s post by Midnight Monday May 17th 2010 and you will be entered to win!

No matter what you like to make there is a project in Green Craft that will inspire you to go through your trash…uh stash and craft! Pop on over to this post to see a whole bunch of inside peeks.

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Comments

  5. I love this blog and read it all the time with my 8yr old! We’d love to win the free magazine. So, I’m finally commenting for the first time! Thanks for all the great ideas!

  13. I’m always on the lookout for something new! I’ve never heard of this one before.

  19. That is one cool magazine! I like being able to use things I already have or feel bad throwing away, for example the coffee cup and sleeve. I wish I would have found your blog sooner…I’ve gotten so many cool ideas! Thank you for the chance to win.

  20. this magazine looks great. i wonder if i could get one of those in germany…

    greetings from there 😉
    uli

  21. This would be a great WIN and so necessary for today’s world. Thanks for the opportunity!

  22. Yes please! The covers are tantalizing but I’ve never had a chance to leaf through an issue.

  23. I have seen this on the newsstand but haven’t purchased a copy yet, so hope I win one from Craft Gossip! Thanks.

  25. i’ve never seen that magazine, but it really looks interesting. would love to win it. thanks 😉

  26. Somehow no store near me carries this (they do have other Stampington & Company magazines). I would love to see one irl!

  31. Looks like a wonderful and delightful magazine to encourage creativity with what you already have! Would enjoy winning it to get started crafting gree!

  32. Wow, I’d love a look inside green craft…I have so much recycled crap…er…art supplies around that I need some inspiration for!

  33. I always looking for ways to recycle and reuse everyday items. This looks like a great resource. Thanks for the chance to win!

  34. I finally have some free time to catch up on blogs and CRAFT! This magazine would provide some awesome inspiration!

  35. Wow! As my daughter would say, Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle! The 3 R’s. I’m excited to see the crafts!;)

  47. I’d love to have an actual copy of Green Crafts Magazine, I am so into eco-art and recycled art… what an inspiration reading the mag would be! Thanks for all the great ideas!

Have you read?

DIY Kids Craft Project – Upcycled Cardboard Box Sandcastle

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Looking for a creative way to keep the kids entertained this summer without spending a fortune? Turn your trash into treasure with this fun Recycled Sandcastle Craft Project! Using cardboard boxes, plastic lids, glue, and a bit of imagination, kids can build their very own sandcastle kingdom – no beach required!

 

What You’ll Need:

  • Cardboard boxes (cereal, tissue, shipping boxes – any size)

  • Toilet paper rolls or paper towel tubes

  • Plastic lids (yogurt containers, jar tops, etc.)

  • Paper or plastic straws, twigs, or sticks

  • Scrap plastic, paper, or fabric for flags

  • Craft glue or a hot glue gun (with adult supervision)

  • Scissors

  • Sand or beige paint (optional for decoration)

  • Markers, stickers, or leftover craft supplies to decorate

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Step 1: Gather and Prep Your Recyclables

Head to your recycling bin and pull out clean items that could work as castle parts—boxes for walls, tubes for towers, and lids for turrets. Cut down the boxes into smaller sections if needed, and make sure everything is dry and ready to work with.

Step 2: Plan Your Castle Layout

Before gluing anything down, lay out your castle design on a flat surface. Decide where the towers, walls, and “gate” will go. You can make it symmetrical, or go wild with a quirky kingdom layout!

Step 3: Glue the Main Structure Together

Use craft glue (or hot glue if you’re working with older kids or want faster drying). Start attaching the boxes and tubes together to form the base of your sandcastle. Stack tubes on top of boxes to create turrets. Use plastic lids as domes or roof tops.

Step 4: Add Decorative Elements

This is where the fun begins! Use:

  • Bottle caps as windows or shields

  • Buttons as faux stones

  • Cutout shapes from scrap cardboard for castle doors or battlements (those square-topped castle walls!) Get creative with what you’ve got – there’s no wrong way to build your dream castle.

Step 5: Make and Add Flags

Cut small triangles or flags from scrap plastic, fabric, or colored paper. Tape or glue these to the tops of straws, sticks, or twigs. Then, glue them onto the tops of towers or castle corners. You can even personalize each flag with a coat of arms or your child’s initials!

Step 6: Add the “Sand” Effect (Optional)

For an authentic look, brush glue over the castle and sprinkle it with craft sand. No sand on hand? Use beige paint, or mix some flour with a pinch of cinnamon for a sandy texture.

Step 7: Let it Dry and Display!

Let everything dry completely—especially if you’ve used a lot of glue. Then proudly display your recycled sandcastle on a shelf, or use it as part of imaginative play time.

Bonus Ideas:

  • Build a whole sandcastle village and connect them with paper bridges.

  • Make tiny “people” out of clothespins or paper scraps.

  • Add fairy lights inside for a magical castle glow at night.

This project is a fantastic way to keep little hands busy and teach kids the value of reusing materials. Plus, it’s just plain fun! Whether you’re doing this at home, in a classroom, or at a summer camp, your recycled sandcastles are sure to be a hit.