Get creative with the junk around your house or in your recycling bin!
Here you will find tutorials and ideas for fun recycled crafts, upcycling ideas for homemade gifts and cute repurposing & reuse activities to do with your kids or grandkids.
This is also the place for our eco-conscious gift guides that give you ideas about how to make your own upcycled gifts or buy them from fabulous small businesses who are making a point of creating sustainable zero-waste products.
Learn how to make a simple tea organizer out of items upcycled from around your home. I had so many different varieties of tea sitting completely unorganized in my kitchen cupboard, so when I was trying to come up with an idea to upcycle an old plastic box, I thought I’d tie them together. I …
I know you love a good upcycling project just as much as I love making them! This one uses the ever-versatile jar to make a jar craft that you can hang on your wall. There are so many different crafts you can make with jars. It’s on my never-ending to-do list to put a roundup …
There are so many things you can do to upcycle a wine bottle, and one of my favorite ways to do this is to make a table centerpiece. I made this one for a simple dinner party I’ve got coming up, and I know I’ll be able to pull it out for years to add …
Make some fun and easy keychains. A great craft to make with kids and an easy DIY personalized gift idea you can make in a day!
If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to make a simple DIY headband, grab your macrame cord and follow this simple and easy tutorial to make a gorgeous boho-style hair accessory. You can craft this cute headband in less than an hour, making it a perfect gift for a friend or an accessory …
Isn’t there just something so satisfying and appealing about a brand-new journal or notebook? Why not design your own easy DIY notebook cover to set your journal apart from the rest and make it even more appealing to write in? This tutorial will show you how to make your own DIY journal cover. Whether it’s …
Easy No-Sew Dog Bed you can make with materials you probably already own! A great upcycling project to pamper your pooch!
How to make a cute painted rock for kids. This one is SpongeBob Square Pants but you can make lots of different kinds!
Upcycle your old boring mugs with this easy mug painting tutorial. A great rainy day activity with kids too!
Make an easy stuffed bunny rabbit as a quick sew Easter Gift. I used upcycled materials from my sewing room for mine!
The ultimate guide to what to do with your old books. From the ones that are in good condition to those that have seen better days. Donate – Upcycle – Decorate!
This Christmas Garland is such an easy Christmas craft for toddlers. It’s the perfect way to brighten up your space for Santa!
This adorable and colorful Kid’s Grinch Christmas Craft is simple and easy to make. It’s perfect for crafting with kids of all ages!
Handmade Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas with options to DIY or buy from small upcycling businesses. Upcycle and repurpose your way into your true love’s arms!