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Creative Recycling Weekly (May 26, 2019)
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Today's Featured Post

Making a Strawberry Planter from a Laundry Basket

By Judy

Making a Strawberry Planter from a Laundry Basket - planted basket sitting on stoopEven if you purchase everything new, this is not an expensive project. I found the laundry basket at the curb, got the potting soil and burlap on sale, and traded plants with a neighbor.

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Champagne Cork Crochet Hook Savers

By michele

Champagne Cork Crochet Hook Savers - several hook and cork assembliesTo prevent dropped crochet hooks from rolling under furniture, getting lost in seat cushions, or even under the bucket seats in a car, drill a small hole in a champagne cork with your wine bottle opener and stick the end of a crochet hook in it. When it drops it stays in place.

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Faux Tea-Dyed Paper Using Pattern Paper

By Robyn

Faux Tea-Dyed Paper Using Pattern Paper - close with fancy paper clipSometimes I want a vintage-looking page without actually dyeing the paper. I have used sewing pattern paper to achieve this result. For now I will be using this small journal to glue my water color art and hold a few recipes.

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Please Don't Throw Away Silica Gel Packs

By Ana

A pile of silica packsThere are over a dozen reasons you should not throw away silica gel packs. Have you ever wondered when you purchase or get mail order, at least one of these roll out with your items? The biggest reason is that they absorb moisture and help retain freshness. With that package or purchase you receive a free gift of savings, here is how!

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Make a Cute Fox from Shells

By attosa

Make a Cute Fox from Shells - finished shell fox faceThis is a fun little fox project using scallop and mussel shells, paint, and glue. I keep all the shells from my meals (and trips to the beach) just to make these little animals. They make great little gifts!

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Making Toy Banjos from Jar Lids

By 15mhhm15

Making Toy Banjos from Jar Lids - finished banjoDo you have extra jar lids laying around? You can turn those lids into a fun banjo! This is a 3-in-1, a craft/toy/musical instrument, all for free made with supplies you have at home.

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Toothbrush Holder to Protect Insulin Pen

By Sandi/Poor But Proud

A toothbrush holder next to an insulin pen.I live about 15 miles from my daughters and the big city she lives in. When I go into town, I have to take my insulin pen with me. Often, it's a bit tricky for me to just "throw" it in my small purse.

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