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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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  4. This magazine looks fantastic! I’d love to have a copy 🙂 I’m very in to recycled crafts these days, and am always looking for new projects to use all those wonderful little things I’ve saved from the trash (and if I don’t use them up quick enough my husband will “un-rescue” them back to the garbage!)

  5. that looks like a fantastic magazine. a pity I cannot buy in around here (in the Netherlands) or I would run out to get it right now.

  7. Cool! My new favorite repurposing craft is cutting wine and beer bottles into vases and drinking glasses. I’d love this mag!

  9. My kids and I love to craft with repurposed and recycled items. This magazine looks really interesting!

  11. Yes please…just searched for “green craft ideas” and found this. I didn’t know that the magazine even existed. I’d love a free copy.

  13. Oh gosh!
    Creating from used materials is something I do everyday, and I’m so happy that others do too…I love that I can experiment without wasting resources, and when you succeed, you feel like the smartest person ever.
    Some creative mind have finally broken through in making remaking real…like there’s magazines about boating or whatever but now there’s on on crafting!
    Thank you so much for this oppurtunity!!and for running an inspiring blog that I’m sure as many creative ideas as the mag…:)

  14. I have seen this magazine advertised in other craft magazines and have searched for it at Newsagents and Borders to no luck. I love all types of craft and think that Upcycling or recycling is the way of the future so we can save our valuable resources. It would be brilliant to win this copy I can hardly wait.

  21. Go Green…I can’t wait to spend more time with recycled crafts – Looks like a groovy magazine!

  28. I love crafting and I hate waste… this magazine seems right up my alley! If I don’t win, how about recycling an older copy my way?

  31. Love this magazine. I pick up a copy and look at every time I am at the bookstore!

  32. I would like to explore that magazine and then recycle it by letting my daughter have it. It is so up her alley! But I know her. She will recycle it to another friend in her dorm, church, or pilates class! This magazine would have a fun-filled, adventurous journey! :•)

  37. I would love to win a free copy of this magazine. I’ve always been a knitter and crocheter, but have recently started upcycling and recycling – I’ve never seen this mag on any of my local newstands and would love to check it out!. Love your blog

  39. That looks super cool!!! Please, oh please can I have one to check out?! 🙂

  40. Recycling is always at the back of my mind. I hate throwing things away, so materials, papers and packaging always stacks up. I’d love to win this book to put my materials to use!!

  43. Recycling is a way of the future, we have to save the earth for our kids and grandkids. What better way than to make something from recycled materials.

  44. Most of my creations come from recycling-so I am very excited about this magazine. My challenge is to make a new item out of something that it was never intended to be used for. I hope I win to add to my idea library.

  46. i’ve just started to recycle / recreate some of the things i’ve held on to… always looking for some new inspiration! 🙂

  47. This is great! I try to be eco-friendly but I admit I’m not the best when it comes to recycling. The magazine would be a great source of inspiration.

Have you read?

Creative Ways to Reuse UNO Cards: Fun Upcycled Crafts to Try

Recycled UNO card ideas

If you’ve got an old or incomplete deck of UNO cards lying around, don’t toss them just yet! Whether the cards are bent, missing pieces, or just no longer in rotation for game night, there are plenty of clever ways to upcycle UNO cards into fun and functional crafts.

Interestingly, UNO has taken a step toward sustainability with the release of their UNO Nothin’ But Paper deck — an eco-conscious version of the classic game made entirely from recyclable paper. It’s great to see big brands making greener choices, but what about those plastic-coated cards you already have? Instead of letting them go to waste, try turning them into something new and creative!

Here are some of our favorite DIY ideas for reusing UNO cards:

 

Playing Cards Purse — CraftBits.com This project turns your colorful cards into a funky, eye-catching purse. By using clear duct tape and a bit of crafting patience, you can create a unique accessory that’s equal parts playful and practical.

DIY UNO Card Game Art – One Mile Home Style UNO cards are bold, bright, and instantly recognizable. Why not use them to create modern wall art or a playful decor piece? Frame them, arrange them by color, or create a heart or mosaic design to liven up a game room or kid’s space.

Upcycling Playing Cards – craftygardener.caThis blog showcases a handful of ways to reuse any kind of playing cards — and UNO decks are perfect thanks to their color-coded design. Use them to create bookmarks, gift tags, or even mini photo frames. You’ll love how versatile they can be once you start experimenting.

Playing Card Wallet — CraftBits.com With just a few supplies, you can turn two sturdy UNO cards into a simple wallet or card holder. This is a great upcycled gift idea for teens, gamers, or anyone who appreciates quirky handmade items.

Clear Duct Tape Card Purse — CraftBits.com Another purse project that uses clear tape to seal and shape your UNO cards into a functional and fabulous little handbag. It’s surprisingly durable and makes for a fun conversation piece.

Great collection of recycled home stuff to use in fun learning activities 

So while Mattel’s move toward eco-friendly decks is definitely a win for sustainability, there’s still plenty of life left in your existing UNO cards. Upcycling them into clever crafts is not only environmentally friendly, it’s also a fantastic way to express your creativity. Whether you’re making wallets, art, or accessories, give your UNO cards a second chance to shine!

Before you head off to raid the junk drawer for that half-deck of UNO cards, here’s a fun reminder — have you ever actually read the real rules of UNO? Because if you’ve played with family or friends, chances are… you haven’t.

Yes, it’s true: stacking +2 and +4 cards isn’t in the official rules (gasp!). And no, you can’t play a Wild Draw 4 just because you feel like it — you’re supposed to only use it when you have no matching colors or numbers. We know, right? Mind. Blown.

So while you’re crafting away with your upcycled UNO cards, maybe print out a copy of the real rulebook and drop it into the purse or wallet you just made. Next game night, you can be the hero (or villain) who drops the “actually…” bomb and sets the record straight. Just don’t be surprised if you get banned from family game night for being that person.

Happy crafting and playing — by the rules (or not)!