This bumper list of books about upcycling is the perfect reading list for any committed upcycler, thrifter or furniture flipper. With books covering everything from painted furniture to visible mending, projects for kids and even upcycled technology! Find your next read or the perfect gift for the upcycler in your life!
DIY Denim Quilt from Old Jeans (Reversible Picnic Blanket)
I am so proud that I finally upcycled all my old jeans into this denim quilt that is also a reversible picnic blanket. I learned lots along the way that you can benefit from if you are planning to make your own!
How to Find Free Furniture & What to Do With It!
Ever wondered how to find free furniture and get started transforming it? We’ve got everything you need to get started upcycling!
DIY Denim Handbag with an Upcycled Leather Belt Strap
An upcycled DIY Denim Handbag using old jeans pockets, scrap fabric offcuts and an upcycled leather belt strap! Fun reuse project!
How to Make a Bedside Pocket Organizer from Old Jeans
It’s denim season here at Upcycle My Stuff. I’m making a quilt from lots of old jeans which is what started the whole thing off. But of course there are parts of the jeans that won’t make it into the quilt – including the back pockets. So this tutorial is all about how I used … Read More about How to Make a Bedside Pocket Organizer from Old Jeans
Repurposing Junk to make an Outdoor Side Table
This tutorial was written by Charlie Miller, a freelance blogger based in Vancouver, Canada. I love repurposing junk. I like taking strange items and finding a way to use them instead of throwing them away….its a bit of an obsession if I’m honest. Like most people I accumulate junk and I have a particular problem … Read More about Repurposing Junk to make an Outdoor Side Table
DIY Toy Box Seat Cushion
How I added a DIY toy box seat cushion to my son’s toy box. The same method would work for any hinged blanket box or storage bench seat.
What is Upcycling & What can you Upcycle?
The 24th of June is National Upcycling Day here in the UK. To mark the occasion this is our updated guide answering – What is Upcycling? And what materials can you upcycle? Our comprehensive guide will explain it all and give you links to hands on step by step upcycling tutorials too!
DIY Fabric Wrapped Hangers: The Scrappy Way!
Make DIY Fabric Wrapped Hangers the scrappy way! Use your scrap fabric trimmings to make beautiful and functional fabric covered clothing hangers!
10 Summer Upcycle Projects to do in the Sunshine
10 Fun and Easy Upcycle Ideas to enjoy in the sunshine. From DIY sandals to, projects for your broken garden hose, beach balls and sunglasses.
How to make Kraft Tags from Upcycled Cardboard
Make your own kraft tag style product or gift tags out of cardboard from your recycling box. An easy project that ads another upcycled touch to your small business products or gifts.
DIY Large Wall Art Ideas on a Budget
Learn how to used upcycled wood offcuts and panels of designer wallpaper to make DIY Large Wall Art for a fraction of the cost of other oversized art pieces. Save money and use what you have!
Upcycling Stretch Denim – Face your Fears!
This post is all about how I faced my fear of upcycling stretch denim by making these cute drawstring bags by Sotak Patterns. I’ve included the top tips I learned along the way for working with stretch denim.
How to Flip Furniture
Learn how to flip furniture from professional upcyclers who run their own businesses painting furniture and re-upholstering. Step by step furniture painting guides and information about how to price your finished product.
