Upcycling & Repurposing
How to Remove a Screen-Printed Label From a Glass Bottle in Under 10 Minutes
A quick and easy solution to get screen-printed labels off glass bottles.
75+ Unique DIY Dollar Store Foam Dice Crafts
For the frugal crafter these DIY dollar store foam dice crafts are idea.
20+ Easy Budget DIY Wedding Lighting Ideas
If you are getting hitched then you should check out these stunning DIY Wedding Lighting Ideas.
9 Creative Ways to Reuse Old Calendars
Upcycling and repurposing old materials is great for both producing art and decluttering. This article will discuss nine simple and creative ways to re-use old calendars from previous years.
75+ Stunning DIY Dollar Store Pizza Pan Crafts That Look so Chic
For the frugal crafter, check out these Dollar Store pizza pan crafts.
How to Make Hairbrush Rack & Shelf
How to guide on making a hairbrush rack and shelf, with mirror; re-designed from a previous version and made from recycled wood and wire pegs.
Altered Books: More Tips, Tricks and Ideas
Have you ever seen an old book and wondered if there was a way to create something of your own with it? Altered books are papercraft that recycles old books into new art pieces. You can take something old and create your own custom artbook. Learn the tips, tricks and ideas to create your custom art.
How to Make Useful Writing Boards With Upcycled Boxes
A writing board is something I didn’t think I needed until I tried to write on a lumpy page in my junk journal. I reached for a piece of thick card and had a crafter's epiphany.
Make Your Own Paper With Teabags and Pasta Starch
Teabag paper feels a lot like textured crisp papyrus paper but is far easier to make. All you need are some old teabags and the water leftover after cooking pasta.
Ideas for Upcycling Puzzle Pieces for Art Projects
Upcycled puzzle pieces of any size can add a real design flair to an art project. It's earth-friendly and perfect for junk journaling or as a kids' craft project.
40+ Bicycle Wheel Wreath Ideas That Look Absolutely Stunning
Are you looking for a fun recycled craft? Try your hand at making a rustic-looking bicycle wheel wreath!
How to Make Teabag Faux Leather (An Illustrated Guide)
Teabags are incredibly versatile as craft paper. I didn’t realize how many times I could repurpose teabags until I started using them in my art projects. Faux teabag leather was certainly not on my radar, but I love how this art hack turned out.
35+ Adorable DIY Tire Planter Ideas That Will Make Your Garden the Cutest on the Block
Have fun recycling items for your garden with these tire planter ideas.
How to Recycle Plastic Soda Bottles Into Gift Boxes
Here's a unique idea for turning a plastic soda bottle into a gift box. These step-by-step instructions will help you upcycle an old plastic bottle into something special.
How to Make a Haunted Dollhouse
This article shows how a creepy dollhouse (or haunted cat manor) was made using repurposed materials. This step-by-step guide takes you through the process with photos and visual aids.
How to Repair a Cracked Glass Vase (With Kintsugi)
Looking to find out how you can repair broken glass, ceramics, or pottery with kintsugi? In this instruction guide, you'll learn how to do just that.
Book Wreath DIY (How to Make a Wreath With Book Pages)
Combine old and new to create a stunning clock wreath in celebration of National Book Lovers Day! All you need is a book or two, some craft supplies, an old smartphone if you happen to have one, and this step-by-step tutorial.
DIY Plastic Molds for Fiberglass and Resin Casting
Learn how to use recyclable and discarded plastic packaging to mold fiberglass and cast resin objects.
DIY Rustic Americana Summer Wreath
Create a fun, unique wreath for summer with step-by-step instructions and a how-to photo guide!
How to Recycle an Empty Can Into a Flower Planter
Why buy flower pots when you can make your own—and design them as well? If you're feeling encouraged to go DIY, this article shows you how to recycle and repurpose a food can into a planter. A very relaxing project.
How to Make a Pillow From an Old Sweater (Upcycle Outdated Holiday Sweaters Into Throw Pillows)
Do you have a sentimental sweater or sweatshirt you no longer wear? Maybe it's a gift from Valentines Day, Halloween, Christmas, or any other special occasion. Take it out of storage and make it into a pillow that you can use in the appropriate season.
DIY Soil Dolls
A simple craft that can be made at home. Recycle an old bottle or jar and create an eco-friendly gift or decoration.
10 Christmas Ornaments to Make From Old Light Bulbs
Reuse your old incandescent light bulbs to make adorable Christmas ornaments.
How to Make a Recycled DIY Advent Calendar
Celebrate the holiday season with an Earth-friendly idea.
9 Creative Ways to Re-Use Glass Jars
Feel good about supporting the Earth by re-using glass jars in these fun, simple, and creative ways!
DIY Jar Crafts Guide
There are so many creative projects that can be made with mason jars. Here are three fun and easy ways to use old jars to make decorations.
How to Make a Rope Basket
Here's how you can make a super cute rope storage basket or any other decorative rope storage bin!
How to Make 8 Crafts From 1 Tissue Box
If you're a crafter, don't throw out tissue boxes. I never throw something out without wondering how I might be able to reuse or repurpose it. This is exactly what happened when I went to throw a tissue box in the recycling bin.
An Illustrated Guide to Tea Bag Embroidery
Tea bag embroidery is simple and fun. It is another way to repurpose a tea bag into a beautiful art project. The possible stain colors and embroidery designs are endless. This craft is suitable for any skill level.
An Illustrated Guide for Tea Stain Art
Learn how to use teabag stains on paper as a starting point for drawing. I've traced the shapes and made amazing pictures out of them.
Recycled Tea Bags: Tea Bag Roses
Since I was very little I loved to upcycle random objects. As an adult, I find that recycling brings out my creativity. Upcycling and creating art with used tea bags has been incredibly satisfying. Tea bag roses are organically beautiful and so easy to make.
Recycled Tea Bags: Tea Bag Wrapped Canvas Art
Every time I threw out a tea bag, I felt guilty. So I started saving the used ones in a bowl. I noticed the tea stain on a raspberry zinger herbal tea bag one day. It was pink, pretty, and reminded me of a rose petal. It was the first of many tea bag art ideas.
How to Make an Upcycled Do-It-Yourself Lemonade Stand for Under $13
Our upcycled do-it-yourself lemonade stand with step-by-step instructions for making it.
DIY Scrap Fabric Craft Tutorial: Patriotic Table Runner Made With Repurposed Jeans
Don't throw out those old jeans and fabric scraps. Repurpose them into this cute and festive table runner. The entire project only takes a few hours. Easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step photos are included.
How to Build an Upcycled Mad Hatter Top Hat
I design hats for performance art and events. I've illustrated a how-to guide to help you make a Mad Hatter top hat. It's like in the story, but it uses upcycled materials found around the house.
How to Upcycle Crop Jeans Into a Tote
Upcycling, or giving old items new life, is becoming increasingly popular as a way to keep items out of landfills. Learn how to turn crop jeans into a tote to get started!
How to Cut Slots in Metal Lids of Glass Jars
Repurpose glass jars with metal lids into fabulous coin banks, tip jars, and donation jars. In this tutorial, you will learn how to punch or poke a rectangular slot into a metal lid using basic hand tools. No power tools required!
The Basics of Tape Art (Crafting With Duct, Masking, or Electrical Tape)
Duct tape art is a creative form that uses tape as the main medium of design. It is practical at home and requires a few basic skills. Tape art is fun, unique, and easy to make!
How to Turn a Thrifted Box Into a Jewelry Case
Turn a thrift store find into a jewelry case using some paint, stencils, scrapbook paper, and vintage postcards! This tutorial is simple to follow and easy to customize to fit your style!
How to Make a Book Sculpture
Making a book sculpture is a fun, easy process, and you probably already have almost everything you need sitting around your house!
Create Mosaic Yard Art by Upcycling Your Trash
Learn how to create one-of-a-kind yard art from found objects using a mosaic artwork technique.
Decorative DIY Headphone Case
A step-by-step guide on how to decorate your DIY headphone case to create a marble design using nail polish. Use these simple instructions for help!
Tips and Ideas for Crafting With Recycled DVDs
If you love making things and experimenting with different materials, this article provides some basic tips for working with old DVDs and will give you some ideas on craft items to make or decorate.
DIY Craft Tutorial: How to Make a Festive Fall Door Wreath Using Picture Frames
When searching for new craft supplies, look at your unused picture frames for inspiration! Learn how to use picture frames and some other basic materials to create this festive fall door decoration!
DIY Craft Tutorial: How to Make a Beach-Themed Welcome Sign
Make a bright and cheerful beach-themed welcome sign for your home! It's very easy and uses a basic frame, some wood pieces, paint, and ribbon.
Clock Kit With Personalized Photo Face: How-To Guide
For years we have looked at a clock on our wall and time has stood still. The clock was broken. Today, I purchased a clock kit and cut a photo for the face. Here's how I did it.
Easy DIY Mad Hatter Flower Pot
Need a little fun in your garden? This unique Mat Hatter-inspired flower pot will be sure to start some conversations!
5 Genius Ideas for Leftover and Lost Socks
Those poor leftover and lonely socks without a purpose after the dryer eats its mate! Here are 5 genius life hacks and ideas that actually work to give purpose to those socks!
How to Make a Ladybug Fridge Magnet
Are you ready to work your way through your stash of unused craft supplies? Here's the first project in my attempt to use up all my art supplies before I buy more materials: ladybug fridge magnets.
How to Recycle a Spiral Notebook to Make a New Shopping To-Do List Organizer
Here's a quick and easy weekend crafting project: turn a used hardcover notebook into a scratch pad of recycled office paper.