Recycled crafts are any projects that use recycled materials or create another use for an old item. This is also called upcycling or repurposing. Because of this, you can save a lot of money in decorating. And, who doesn’t like that? Not only will you be saving money but you are helping the planet by reusing what you can.
See how you can make affordable rustic decor using such recycled items as tin cans, sweaters, six pack containers, wine bottles, wine corks, buttons, game pieces, and so much more. You don’t have to spend a fortune on home decorating when you can repurpose or turn trash items into treasures.
Check out some of these favorite recycled crafts:
DIY Tool Caddy Using A Recycled Six Pack Container
If you've been following my blog, you know that I love to make things out of old throw away junk! When it comes to making inexpensive home decor, recycling is a fantastic option. That's why when I was getting ready to throw away an old light bulb, a light bulb went off in my head!
If you've ever wanted a decorative clipboard, you may have considered upcycling an existing clipboard. However, what if I told you that you can easily make your own from scratch? In fact, you don't even have to make your clipboard from wood. I'll show you some easy ways to make a decorative clipboard out of
DIY napkin rings are so easy when you use toilet paper rolls and fabric scraps. See how you can make these in minutes.
When you have places to go and things to do it is so comforting to bring a mug of coffee with you. Of course it has to be the right size mug, without a handle, to fit in the car's cup holder! Then, you don't want it to be too hot on the hands so
Recycle your old shoe boxes to make a unique gift package. This craft gift box uses paint, mod podge and decorative paper for a fun festive look.
If you have been the lucky recipient of fresh flowers, you may have a glass vase or two in supply. I know that whenever my husband brings me flowers, I keep the vase they come in for future use. However, you can have just so many vases. When my collection grew to more than I
It occurred to me the other day, that right now people may be getting a lot of in home deliveries. That means we could all be getting a little overloaded with cardboard boxes. Since I like to upcycle so much, I figured it would be good to put that cardboard to use. That is why
Today I am featuring 18 creative and useful milk jug crafts that you can use around the house. These will make you think twice before throwing away your plastic jugs. There is so much I love about recycled crafts. You save room in the landfills, you get a brand new upcycled item, and the cost
I'm beginning to think that I might have an issue with collecting old game balls. There is something about old billiard balls or croquet balls that I find so appealing. I just love to display them decoratively. Now, my latest collection is vintage marbles. I just bought a mason jar full of them and will
Have you found yourself with a collection of old jars around the house? I tend to keep empty jars for general purposes like pouring hot grease into or storing odds and ends. However, there are other ways to use old jars that are more decorative. Mason jars, in particular, have such a nice rustic appeal
Garlands are a great way to dress up picture frames, mirrors, shelves and more. It's kind of like wearing jewelry. Some decor accents can just use a little more embellishment or whimsy. You can make garlands out of most anything but one of my favorites is with vintage buttons. A button garland can take on