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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?

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.