I have created Christmas trees by folding the pages of books but I haven’t tried this more colorful version of using magazines. Pop on over to the blog I Gotta Create for the tutorial on how to make folded magazine … Read More...

I know last year, among other things, will go down as the Toilet paper year. This year Toilet paper still makes it into the news. Why not use the illustrious Toilet paper tube to make this year’s Countdown Calendar. Pop … Read More...

It’s that time of year again! If you are a regular reader here at Craft Gossip Recycling you you know I love to make a countdown calendar every year and a new Christmas tree out of recycled items. This recycled … Read More...

Not only do these supersized acorns use natural elements but the base is something recycled from another holiday staple I bet you have in your stash. Pop on over to the blog Life is A Party for the step by … Read More...

I dare you to not look at these guys and not smile. You can’t do it! Grab your stash of wiggle eyes and sticks and you are pretty much good to go for making these fun little creatures. Pop on … Read More...

I don’t often think of wood elements to make dolls. I tend to think of soft materials but this fun collection of wood dolls is positively adorable. Pop on over to the blog Hello Wonderful to see the great collection … Read More...

Making tiny things can be so much fun. These tiny twig teepees are just darling and the color combinations that could be made with all your yarn scraps is endless! Pop on over to the blog Blue Bear Wood to … Read More...

These are just so silly and cute. Well they are made with wiggle eyes so that must explain the silly part but the beautiful colors in the tail feather part reminds me of fall leaves (neat painting technique to file … Read More...

If you are thinking, “Here she goes again” you are right! I can’t believe that I keep finding new recycled things to make with the magical TP paper tube. Today’s project is great to do with the kiddos. I bet … Read More...

I painted the inside of tea cups with glitter a few years ago and used them as electric votive candle holders and this project looks like another way I could use those same painted tea cups. Pop on over to … Read More...

Clear containers like recycled Mason jars make one of the best containers to collect and then use for storage. Even better when the jars filled with pretty things can then be arranged into a holiday decoration. I like to make … Read More...

I bet if you are reading this blog you collect something…and if I had to guess you probably collect several things. And you know what? Collections of things are great for decorating for the holidays. In this photo for instance … Read More...

Nicho or niche is a great addition to a battery powered candle. These are a great way to decorate for Halloween or Christmas depending on how you embellish the surfaces. Pop on over to the blog Right Now Crafts for … Read More...

Sometimes the wrapping is better than what’s inside. I think that is the case with these adorable bats that contain candy for Halloween. I bet these would look great displayed even before tearing into them to enjoy the treats. Fly … Read More...

This adorable project utilizes a few of my favorite craft items, recycled cereal boxes and battery powered tea lights. The possibilities of what you put in these illuminated shrines is endless. Pop on over to the blog A. R. Danziger … Read More...

Nothing beats wiggle eyes in 2 sizes to make something cute quickly. Throw in some Halloween candy and a recycled tin can and you are pretty much good to go. Pop on over to the blog Kid’s Craft Room for … Read More...

Got an old pair of medium healed slip on dress shoes? Can’t remember the last time you wore them? Yah, me too. Step on over to the post by Seeing Things on Instructables for a great tutorial on how to … Read More...

I love the retro look of these adorable paper tube and pipe cleaner Christmas candles. And making them in a rainbow of colors is just too festive! Start saving up all your recycled tubes and packaging of all sizes so … Read More...

Making a Halloween decoration that is based on your own hand really makes it special and custom not to mention when it glows it is super spooky! Pop on over to the website Wholesale Halloween Costumes for the step by … Read More...

I have a lot of eyeball decorations I put out for Halloween. In the last year I have been painting a lot of rocks so this tutorial is perfect for this years’ Halloween decorating project. “Eye roll” on over to … Read More...