Recycled Crafts

Decorative money-saving ways to recycle this holiday season

Mar Jennings — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 09:15:00 -0800

Did you know that if everyone wrapped just three gifts in reused paper, it would save enough paper to cover 45,000 football fields? It's true: You can save money and the environment by being more eco-conscious. These decorative holiday recycling ideas cost little to nothing and can make a big eco-friendly impact.

How to make a lightbulb vase

Heather Barnett — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 16:36:00 -0700

Out with the old? No way! If you're looking for a clever way to reuse those old incandescent lightbulbs as you switch to newer, more eco-friendly models, try turning those energy-suckers into a beautiful way to enjoy the beauty of nature right in your own home.

How to make your own crayons

Whitney Coy — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 02:44:00 -0700

Don’t throw away your broken crayons! Turn them into brand-new, beautiful crayons in any shape you want! It’s easier than you think, and your kids will love it!

Upcycling meets crafting: Pinterest edition

Nichole Beaudry — Thu, 03 May 2012 09:20:00 -0700

Raise your hand if you have a stack of magazines that need to be recycled. How about a pile of old T-shirts that you need to donate? Glass jars to put out on recycling day? Instead of recycling or donating those items, here are some fun ways to upcycle them.

5 Creative ways you can reuse your wine corks

Alicia French — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 09:00:00 -0800

If you’ve found yourself with an overflowing collection of wine corks thanks to your evening wine habit, you’re not alone. Wine corks are a hot commodity in the world of crafting, with many people paying to get their hands on some. Of course, the most obvious choice is to make a cork board for your kitchen or office but the options extend far beyond the obvious. We’ve rounded up some great ways to make use of your corks that will make drinking wine more eco-friendly than ever.

Halloween Trick-or-Treaters craft

Amanda Fornecker — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 08:40:00 -0700

Trick-or-treat; smell my feet; give me something good to eat! In this craft, provided by ZiggityZoom.com, you'll get in the mood to go from door to door and collect some yummy Halloween treats. These mini cardboard kiddies are just perfect for the 4-7 age group, and can easily be put on display on a shelf, the table or your mantel.