Craft: Recycled Pop Can GarlandPierce the side of the can near the top with a knife.Carefully cut out the top, beginning where you pierced it. Then cut down the side and cut out the bottom.
Craft Project: Recycle Sweaters into ScarvesDon't throw out those sweaters you have outgrown or no longer wear. Instead, turn them into one-of-a-kind scarves. (Note: lightweight sweaters work best)
Recycled Tin Can Pin CushionThis project lets you turn a clean tuna or cat food can, or the plastic thing that holds the icing for refrigerator cinnamon rolls, some easy crochet, fabric scraps, and glue to make an attractive pin cushion for your sewing basket or for gifts.
Puzzle PinWith a little work, you can make a unique pin that looks like a mini puzzle. Choose your fabric, and put a thin layer of glue on it making sure it covers more than the size of the pin. Let dry.
Fabric Covered ContainerA nice addition to match any decor and a great way to save that change. Any size container would work of course, mine happened to be a empty plastic peanut container when the idea hit me. I had a scrap of vintage, Victorian drapery material leftover that I used.
Plastic Recycled PouchI just couldn't resist those bright bags, they were calling me to do something with them. I had the 3MM plastic and fabric from my quilting stash so I thought this would be fun.
Recycled Craft OrganizerThis is an organizer for crafts, office supplies, anything small. Wash jars and let dry completely. Lightly sand the muffin pan, paint it black. Paint each jar a different color, make designs, symbols, etc.
Paint the lids different colors, let dry completely.
Recycled Jewelry BroochInstead of throwing away a single earring because you lost one or getting rid of broken necklaces and bracelets, use what is left to create one-of-a-kind pins.
Recycled Note HolderThis is a recycled craft that the kids can make for dad on his special day (with a little help from mom). It is made from a french fry container from McDonald's.
Recycled Domino PinUse your imagination and leftover scraps from other craft projects to create one-of-a-kind pins for yourself or for inexpensive gifts. This pin was created using a domino, canceled postage stamps, a tiny button, and gold embroidery thread.
Fabric Covered Tuna CanThis is a tuna can covered with a quilted fabric remnant and some left over cross-stitch mini squares, and a cardboard cloth covered lid.
CD SpinnersKids will enjoy playing with these tops made from recycled CDs or DVDs. They also make great party favors.
Recycled Quilted TinThis is a "keeper" for miscellaneous items made from an old candy tin. A fruitcake tin or cookie tin can also be used.
Crafts that Reuse Tissue PaperI dislike seeing things thrown away without ever being used. We have thrown away large handfuls of gift tissue that comes in those gift bags and this is such a waste.
Recycled Plastic FlowersI came up with this idea for a school recycling project. It is made out of a any tall container and filled with flowers cut out of pop bottles.
Recycled Bedspread RugThis is a rug made from a queen size bedspread that I found for $2 at the thrift store. The bedspread had bleach stain spots on it, but as you can see, they aren't visible in the rug.
Recycled Wine Cork BraceletsI made this collection of bracelets with slices of wine corks, garden twine, beads from my craft box, scrap findings and fine gauge copper wire. I was really pleased with the results and have already had great feedback and even some orders!
Vinyl Record Cuff BraceletDo you have an old LP/record, but no player? Make this unique and stunning cuff bracelet for next to nothing!
Decorated Storage BoxesRecycle all types of boxes to make pretty storage boxes for your crafts, keepsakes and precious memories.
Sea Glass MagnetsSo easy, your kids can do this homemade gift craft! Frozen juice can lids pair with glass to create a stylish and lovely accent for next to nothing.
Button ChokerRecycle mismatched and extra buttons to make this unique choker; a wonderful gift that costs less than a dollar to make!
T-Shirt PillowsMy friend wanted me to make her son dorm pillows out of his college tee-shirts.
Recycled Wine Cork BoardEver wondered what to do with all those wine corks that you have been saving for some reason? Well here is the answer to that problem: make a recycled cork-board.
Floating Wine Cork KeyringA frugal, floating keyring made from wine corks and scrap is a great Christmas gift for any boat enthusiast or fisherman.
Carousel Horse DecorationI found a broken child's rocking horse discarded on the curb for trash pick up. This is how I gave new life to an old horse.
Homemade Recycled Cereal Gift BagsIf you don't have the right size gift bag on hand, create your own by recycling a box. These are much sturdier than gift bags and can be used over and over again.
Greeting Card Box BureauWant something different that will have people thinking you are so clever or you have lost your mind, one of the two. Try making a miniature bureau from empty greeting card boxes.
Denim Child's ApronDon't throw away those outgrown jeans! Recycle them into a piece of clothing. She is going to be 3 soon and is quite the little "helper" and a wee-bit the daddy's girl. My son barbeques a lot and I thought this would make a cute gift for her.
Recycled Pet BedGive your missing socks a new purpose. Make a dog or cat bed.
Recycled Soda Bottle Photo BraceletsI came up with this idea last week while drinking a Pepsi and staring at the bottle. I tried making one and couldn't stop because they are so much fun and the designs are endless.
Soda Can Chinese LanternsA quick outdoor decoration that costs nothing and you get to quench your thirst while making it. Make a whole string of them for your next barbecue.
Recycled Paper PotteryLooking for something to do with junk mail from your grocer or old magazine pages? Make "Paper Pottery"! Colorful vases, bowls, plates, and more can be made with different themes using old maps, books, colors, invitations, holiday cards, etc.
Flag Painted ShuttersRecycle an old window shutter into a painted flag decoration for the Fourth of July and other patriotic summer holidays. This project is quick to create and because it is painted in a primitive style, mistakes and imperfections add to the finished result.
Memorial Day WreathsMany years ago my mother-in-law taught me to make this wreath and this year I am making it for her.
Plarn Coin PurseSquare coin purse made from grocery plastic bag. With this craft, I reduced plastic garbage going into the environment.
Rain Boot Flower ArrangementBrighten rainy days with a playful centerpiece made with a pair of children's rubber rain boots. I immediately knew they would look adorable as flower containers displayed on a porch or in an entryway.
Plarn Summer HatSummer is coming! Before you go out, don't forget the sunscreen lotion and the brim hat to protect your skin and hair from the Sun. Remember: Safety First! Enjoy!
Canvas Bag ApronTurn a canvas bag into an easy to make apron. Great for use at summer barbecues!
Denim Wrist WalletA handy wrist wallet for walkers or joggers to hold cash, keys, and ID.
Bottle Cap MagnetsThese bottle cap magnets are to hang on your fridge. You can design them any way you like, with words or even pictures.
Recycled CrayonsI threw my daughter an arts and crafts party for her 3rd birthday. For favors, I made each child their own set of personalized crayons spelling out their own name.
Recycled Gift BoxesWhen you open up a gift, for any occasion, save the box. When you open up a box of food, save the box. You can cut them in half and these boxes can be turned into the most charming little gift boxes for children to give gifts in, or even adults!
Refinishing an Old End TableI got this table free at a garage sale. It was not in the best of shape as one drawer was stuck and the outside just needed help. I was pretty sure I could refinish the top, but the bottom of the end table had too much "curly ques" to spend the time on.
Decorated Quilted HangersBy taking second hand quilted hangers, you can embellish them to give or keep.
Men's Silk Tie Rose PinRaid your husband's closet for silk ties he no longer wears and create beautiful silk rose pins from them. You can also purchase them for $1.00 each at Goodwill. Wear them on a blazer, pin on a tote bag or purse, or use to embellish a pillow. The possibilities are endless!
Milk Carton BasketThis is a cute little recycled basket made from a milk or juice paper carton.
Recycled Spiral T-shirt ScarfHere's a unique scarf created from an XL or XXL t-shirt that would make a great Christmas or birthday gift. Add a coordinating handmade flower pin to make it even more stylish.
Denim Tuna Can Change HolderThis is a handy item to use for spare change, car keys, misc. items.
3D Stained Glass Pencil HolderThis is a craft that recycles wrapping paper from Christmas and a glass jar.
Recycled Cuff Pin CushionMake an easy quick gift all from recycled materials. You will need the cuff from an old shirt, scrap of light weight cardboard, a scrap of cotton batting or flannel, and some floss for stitching a design.
Sweater PillowDon't throw out those sweaters that no longer fit; instead, recycle them by creating throw pillows. This is a quick and simple craft.
Recycled Bedspread and Bed Spring BunnyWhat better way to give your home a touch of spring than with a bed spring bunny. This bunny head is made using an old chenille bedspread, a recycled bed spring, and a few other odds and ends you probably already have in your craft supplies. The finished bunny stands 11 inches tall.
Use a Leather Jacket to Cover a Worn FootstoolI had a woven footstool that was beginning to come apart. Instead of purchasing expensive reed to re-weave it, I decided to cover it with genuine leather from a secondhand coat I purchased for two bucks! I left the woven part of the stool intact to create stability.
Vinyl Record Bowl InstructionsThis is an easy recycled craft that you can make in 20 minutes or less. It makes a hip container for that small potted plant that you are planning to give someone as a gift this Christmas.
Recycled Candle Wax Air FreshenerUse candle wax scraps to make an air freshener.
Recycled Jean FlowerHere is an easy and fun way to use old and worn out jeans.
Sweater Covered HangerIf you are like me you like to hang coats and nice blouses on fabric non slip hangers.
Hershey Bar Wrapper Duct Tape PurseTo make this purse, I used Hershey bar wrappers and duct tape. I did use some dectorative paper inside to make the pockets a little showy. It was fun and all the kids ask me where I got it and it is very durable.
Popsicle Stick ShelfI use this to put my nail polish in.
Fun Bread Ties for KidsThis cute little craft is a great way to recycle and have fun at the same time. You can tie gifts with them or hook a bunch of pals on your shoelaces or pencils. Make some with your friends and trade!
Recycled Sweater Neck PillowAn easy way to recycle a sweater that is no longer usable into a nice child's pillow. Protect your child's head as you drive while they are in their booster seat.
CD/DVD PurseIn response to the one who asked about uses for DVDs... make purses! My mom mentioned liking the purses made from license plates, so I got to thinking about what kind of purse I could make her for her birthday of unusual things and I came up with the CD purse!
Fork Photo HolderEvery time I am at Goodwill I am always enticed by the big tubs of old utensils. So many of them have decorative handles and scream to be put to use again. I have no need for more silverware but I wanted to use them for crafts.
Pickle Jar Candy JarsOur family loves pickles and I really wanted to find a way to use the jars. I purchased candle holders from Goodwill and was able to create these fabulous candy jars!
Animal Cracker CraftsWhy should the squirrels in your yard get all the stale animal crackers when you can wear them as jewelry instead?
Duct Tape Lined Shirt PurseThese look really nice. It's a good use for old tops.
Vintage Button BraceletGot a stash of old buttons? Use a handful of your favorites to make a great bracelet.
Zippered Plastic Bottle ContainerTurn two pop bottles into a zippered container.
Recycled Barbie BedThis is an easy craft to do if you have girls who love Barbies.
Clean or Dirty Dishwasher IndicatorDishes would pile up in our house partially because nobody knew if the dishwasher was full of clean or dirty dishes. I was about to throw an old scratched CD away when this idea popped in my head, a recycled CD clean or dirty indicator!
Painted Glass Jar VasesA pretty way to display your flowers.
Tin Can Frog ContainerThis big mouthed little frog is a great place to store your eyeglasses, iPod, or phone. It is a fun craft for kids to make or as a silly gift for a friend. He is sure to make you smile wherever he is.
Reinvented Character Pillow ChairI wasn't so thrilled when my husband brought home this brown pillow chair from a discount retail store just because it was cheap. I didn't really care for how it looked.
Upcycled Plastic Bag SaverThis is a great way to keep those plastic bags near by but contained. Use a large men's shirt sleeve!
Pringles Can Straw DispenserI have been making straw holders/dispensers from empty Pringles containers (or the cheaper version of Pringles). I wanted to make them look like ice-cream sodas. My inspiration came for a 50s wedding that I was helping with. This is what I came up with.
Decoupage Scrabble Tile EarringsEarrings are easy and unique when made out of Scrabble tiles.
Oil Bottle CoverWhether I use the bottles that the oil comes in or I transfer it to fancy bottle, it always seems like the oil drips down the sides after each use. To solve this problem, I decided to make drip catchers out of my daughter's old tights.
Cork Bulletin StripI have been trying to use up the corks that I have and decided to make this version of a cork "cork board". It was easy to make and can fit into smaller space than a normal cork board. Plus I think it is more interesting.
Rose Bowls for Bath and Office ContainersI cleaned my old rose bowls with soap and water and then added gold or silver leaf. I glued hemp string along the top for more flare.
Jigsaw Puzzle ArtThere were two toys that kept being ignored for the last year or so, and I finally put them together.
Recycled Bottle Fluted VaseI have no epoxy glue so I can't glue them together yet, but I like the way it turned out. It would be a cute planter due to its little size and design, very lightweight.
Silverware for Butter Dish HandleUpdate a simple glass butter dish by adding a bent piece of silverware. Glue to top using a good adhesive like E-6000.
Circuit Board MagnetsDo you have an old, unused computer laying around? Why not take it apart and reuse the pieces to make cool stuff.
Mini Flower Vase From Recycled ContainerI made mini flower vase out of a Dannon yogurt smoothie container.
Empty Toilet Rolls Crafted into CrackersIt's always nice to reuse things. A good thing in our house is to make our own Christmas crackers or crackers for a special event. We saved some empty toilet rolls.
Wine Cork TrivetDon't throw away your wine corks. They can be repurposed as a gift or for your own kitchen decor. Cut a block of wood the size you'd need for the size of corks.
Plastic Grocery Bag FlowersScrunch plastic grocery bags length-wise and tie off in 4 or 5 places. Cut the top of the bag, then cut just below each place that the bag was tied off.
Mason Jar Snack ContainerThis reusable snack container is a great way to recycle part of your next juice carton. It would also be a great way to store small items such as beads.
Tin Can RobotA great way to reuse tin cans is to make a tin can robot. This particular robot took a few hours to put together.
Upcycled Vinyl Record ClockLooking for a something to do with those old vinyl records? Turn them into a kitchen clock as a special birthday gift for a friend. A real budget-friendly craft that delivers a pleasing end result!
Scrabble Wall ArtHere is a fun craft that can be just as much fun for the "giver" as "receiver". We chose family and pets. Enjoy creating a gift that won't end up being returned!
Sandal/Flip-Flop HolderI thought this would be an easy way of keeping track of your sandals. You can hang it in your closet. I'm going to put some flip-flops on it too. One hanger will hold about 3 or 4 pairs of flip-flops.
Bread Package Clip NecklaceMake a unique conversation piece necklace using only bread package clips and a chain!
Self Watering PotSmaller potted house plants need more attention especially during the summer or 'plant sitting' if you go away on vacation. Also, both under and over watering can become a problem.
Pill Bottle First Aid KitThis mini first aid kit is perfect for your purse, backpack, or glovebox. You can customize the contents too.
Recycled Infinity ScarfUse your old or unwanted t-shirts and lightweight sweaters, or knit fabric scraps to make this fun infinity scarf. Keep it simple with solids or get creative with prints or embellished t-shirts.
Light Bulb VaseThis is a project to recycle and reuse old lightbulbs. I've converted them into vases for my money plant. They look beautiful and are super easy to make.
No Sew T-shirt ToteIf you would like to make a tote bag with materials you already have and virtually no crafting skills, then look no further! This project is easy, fun, quick, and useful. On top of all that, when you use these stylish bags at the store instead of paper or plastic you are going green.
Jar Lid MagnetI love projects that use items that would otherwise be thrown away. I also love magnets and pictures of my babies. This wraps all 3 into 1 fun little project. It's useful too!
Shabby Chic T-Shirt ScarfThis scarf is quick, fun, and easy to make and no sewing involved.
Vinyl Record Earrings DisplayThis project is for recycling vintage vinyl records. You can turn them into earrings display holders.
Yarn Wrapped Bottle VaseThis is a project to convert any old bottle into a stylish bottle vase/holder using only glue and yarn! the end result is lovely and extremely easy to make! i hope everyone tries it!
Vinyl Record Dessert TiersHere is a way to reuse vinyl records as a tier for any treats you want. Make a party conversation piece with your favorite records.
Gallon Milk Jug Piggy BankHere is a gallon milk jug recycling project to save money $.
Creamer Carton Pull Tab RingsYou know those plastic rings that you have to pull off the opening of the creamer cartons? Even some milk containers have them. I was looking at it the other day and thought man, there's got to be something cool to do with this! And I decided they would make good rings.
Packaging Tape Cardboard Roll BangleI ran out of my packaging tape again and was left with the thick cardboard circle in the center. I slipped it over my hand and to my delight, it fit! I decided to decorate it and make a bangle. This is how it turned out.
Mini Rag WreathMake this cute little wreath out of fabric taken from old t-shirts, pillowcases, and summer skirts. Add bows and embellishments for a bit of extra sparkle. Hang by your front door for a pretty first impression for visitors.
iPad/Tablet Vinyl Record CaseHere is a way to recycle a vinyl record by melting and turning it into a holding display case for your iPad or tablet. You can also use it for magazines or mail.
