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Recycled Crafts

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

Crafting With Old Board Games

Things To Make Out Of Old Nuts And Bolts

How To Make A Pillow Out Of An Old Sweater

painted tins
by Renee Hanlon - January 2, 2021January 2, 2021

Painted Tins For Decorative Storage

How many of you have received a gift in a decorative Christmas tin? While these tins are cute to display during the holidays, afterward they are just one more thing to store or dispose of. However, these are not the only two options. You can easily transform the tins for useful storage in your home.

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pear ornament feature
by Renee Hanlon - November 24, 2020November 24, 2020

DIY Pear Ornament Out Of A Light Bulb

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!

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diy clipboard
by Renee Hanlon - October 29, 2020October 29, 2020

DIY Clipboard: 4 Easy Projects

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

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diy napkin rings
by Renee Hanlon - October 20, 2020October 21, 2020

DIY Napkin Rings Made From Toilet Paper Rolls

DIY napkin rings are so easy when you use toilet paper rolls and fabric scraps. See how you can make these in minutes.

wine bottle craft
by Renee Hanlon - October 9, 2020October 9, 2020

Rustic Birch Wine Bottle Craft

diy coffee sleeve
by Renee Hanlon - October 8, 2020October 8, 2020

DIY Coffee Sleeve From An Old Sweater

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

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shoebox projects
by Renee Hanlon - May 28, 2020May 28, 2020

10 Shoebox Projects For The Home

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.

what to do with old vases
by Renee Hanlon - May 14, 2020May 14, 2020

What To Do With Old Vases

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

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things to make out of cardboard boxes
by Renee Hanlon - April 16, 2020April 16, 2020

Things To Make Out Of Cardboard Boxes

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

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milk jug crafts
by Renee Hanlon - March 28, 2020October 21, 2020

18 Milk Jug Crafts For Home And Garden

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

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what to do with old marbles
by Renee Hanlon - March 17, 2020March 17, 2020

What To Do With Old Marbles

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

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what to do with old jars
by Renee Hanlon - January 31, 2020January 31, 2020

What To Do With Old Jars

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

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I'm addicted to crafting and decorating my downtown urban loft and up north rustic cabin. Read more about me.

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