Sometimes there are objects that we pick up that we know we can make special. That is the case with what Jenni did with this old wood platter she scored at a yard sale. See how she took a bit … Read More...
How to make a wrapping paper gift bag
This is one of those craft project that uses a recycled element, in this case a cake mix box, as a tool to make a gift bag. Check out the tutorial Carmen sent in featured at the blog Roca and … Read More...
How to upcycle old napkin rings into fab new ones for Thanksgiving and Christmas
We all have them, boring or out of style napkin rings. why not get dig them out and give them a face lift using the fun idea Carol sent in featured on her blog on how to upcycle old napkin … Read More...
How to make recycled fabric sample note cards
I know you can’t save everything and one thing I have chucked was the paper backed parts of fabric samples, now I wish I hadn’t 🙁 Check out the easy tutorial that Carmen sent in on how to make pretty … Read More...
How to cut and lay a recycled end grain wood floor and enter to win a copy of the book Building with Secondhand Stuff
If you are handy with a saw and like building stuff then pop on over to Craftside and leave a comment to get yourself in the running for a copy of Building With Secondhand Stuff: How to Re-Claim, Re-Vamp, Re-Purpose … Read More...
How to make super cute recycled pigs that rock
This little piggie went to the stadium, this little piggie rocked the house! You can make a rockin’ cute recycled piggie too with the awesome tutorial that Sarah posted at her site This Little Pig. See how to make a … Read More...
How to make a recycled woven paper purse
I used to make those little folded gum wrapper bracelets when I was a kid and I have tried it recently only to experience the fun all over again! That’s what this fun folded and woven recycled magazine purse reminded … Read More...
Cool idea for making furniture out of reclaimed cabinetry
Tristan has come up with a cool way of making recycled furniture that he describes as looking like layers in the ground. Check out more photos and ideas at his blog Tristan Titeux’s Eco Furniture Choices.
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How to make a recycled t-shirt stadium cushion
This is perfect timing with football season in full swing, well I suppose you can use stadium cushion year round for all sorts of sporting events. See the awesome tutorial Jane sent in to her blog Maiden Jane where she … Read More...
How to make recycled paint chip modern art
The beauty of paint chip samples is the myriad of colors they come in which makes it a great medium to make ombre art. See how Heather of the blog The Lovely Cupboard made a great piece of ombre modern … Read More...
How to make a cute crocheted recycled rug
I love to make simple yet dramatic projects that don’t require a lot of thought. That’s just what this is. A super easy crocheted circle rug. See more photos and the easy way featured on the blog Sew Sweet TV … Read More...
How to make recycled baby scribble paper gift bows
One of the things kids do in abundance is scribble so why not use some of their “work” in a new and fun way! Rachel of the blog Lines Across My Face shared her super easy and fun tutorial on… Read More...
How to make recycled potholders
With holiday baking season upon us why not whip up some custom potholders? Check out the tutorial Sabi posted at her blog on how to sew themed potholders made from recycled towels.
How to make a recycled egg birthday “card” or message container
The egg is such a pretty shape and I love crafting with them. Read all about how Lauren of the blog Homemade by Lauren took an egg and made it special inside and out!
How to make a recycled window collage
Over at the blog Simply Me there is a wonderful tutorial on how to transform an old multi-pane window into a wonderful collage of wall art. Check out Valery’s tutorial on window pane collage art and make one yourself!
How to upcycle an old purse into a wild new one
Do you have an old plain purse or two laying around that could use a makeover? Check out the upcycling job that Mel did on one of her old purses. She posted her fab tutorial on her blog Mel Designs … Read More...
How to make a recycled cardboard and can vase
Isn’t it fun to make pretty yet unexpected things? That is just what I think this is. I love the way the clever designer Donatella incorporated the recycled type into her cardboard vase. I could see making all sorts of … Read More...
How to make recycled wine cork drink charms
I have a nice little stash of Wine corks going, yup I have been drinkin’ some yummy wines lately! So when Nellene sent in a link to her blog Style Baggage where she posted this fun idea and tutorial on … Read More...
How to make a recycled burlesque style mini hat for Halloween
I love, love, love mini hats! And this one is too cool! Check out the fab link that Cindi sent in at her blog The Brass Paper Clip Project on how to make a recycled burlesque style mini hat perfect … Read More...
How to add some recycled bling to a pair of shoes
I am on a shoe “kick” or should I say you recycled crafters are! Check out the research and then how Erica of the blog Recycled Fashion posted an easy tutorial on how to dress up a pair of shoes … Read More...