Recycled materials

I have been making crafts out of recycled materials as long as I can remember. At one point in my childhood it was an obsession: plastic bottles became dolls, shoeboxes became houses, and little figurines that came in the box of macaroni turned into statues in a miniature village which eventually included a Ferris wheel […]

Instead of throwing things out and having them end up in the landfill, reuse your stuff! 1. Thumb-controlled watering pot made from old maple syrup container Here's how to make it: http://www.funinthemaking.net/2011/05/01/thumb-controlled-watering-pot/ 2. Bottle cap necklaces Learn how to make at: http://www.squidoo.com/bottlecap-necklace-pendants 3. Magazine bowls Learn how to make at: http://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/magazine_bowls 4. Recycled Keyboard Clutch Buy at…

Celebrate Mother Earth.

Making a wind chime out of recycled materials is fun. Use colorful plastic lids that can't go in the recycle bin! A great recycle project.

Do your bit for the environment—and your wallet—by making your own Christmas crafts from recycled materials instead of going out to buy something new. Sure, it is the season to be jolly, but it’s also the season to be frugal and mindful of all the trash we create!

To engage people in your community in creative reuse, a recycled art contest is a great way to inspire people from many ages and backgrounds.

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It's never been easier to shop sustainably for home decor products. Here is a shoppable round up of sustainable lamps, pendant lights, wall lights and candle holders. All are made from eco friendly materials for the conscious homemaker. Many include recycled, recyclable materials and everything is sustainably sourced. Green living is a huge part of life going forward to look after our planet & we need to do our part in the interior design world to work towards being carbon neural.

$5 DIY Egg Carton Lamp

An inexpensive and highly engaging process art experience for young children.