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Recycle crafting with free ebook

Gail Lipscombe — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 21:42:31 +0000

If you’re looking for some cool craft projects that you can make from stuff you’d normally put out for collection in your council recycling bin, you should check out this free ebook from FaveCrafts — there are some great activities in it to do with the kids.

Here’s a peak at what’s inside:

Section 1: Paper
Learn how to use junk mail to make paper beads

Section 2: Paper Making
Use paper, magazines and greeting cards to create different kinds of crafts

Section 3: Metal
Use tins and cans to create little critters and luminaries

Section 4: Plastic
Use those old bottles, cans and containers to create household items and decor

Section 5: Glass
Don’t break those old wine bottles, create coasters out of them

Section 6: Clothing
Sweaters and belts don’t have to be clothing items, they can be made into bracelets

Section 7: Miscellaneous
Take those old CD’s and turn them into ornaments

You can download the Recycling Crafts: 42 Ways to Recycle ebook here.

Use up all those craft scraps

Gail Lipscombe — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 22:55:40 +0000

A vase made from an old milk carton

Is it just me, or are all crafters hoarders?

Mind you I have no trouble doing regular clean-outs of my wardrobe, my linen press or the kitchen cupboards, but I’m loathe to part with even the smallest material or wool scrap — I just know they’ll comein handy one day and will be just what I’m looking for!

If you’ve got loads of bits and bobs like me that are piling up quicker than you can repurpose them, check out the Easy Projects with Caft Scraps feature.

The 27 projects on offer include a funky Vase made from an old milk carton and paper scraps, ribbon-embellished notebooks, a cute baby mobile (this one is on my to-do list as I have a new grandchild on the way!), a cool messenger bag made from fabric scraps, a peg board stationary organiser and more.

Hopefully, some of these projects will make a dent in my craft stash, even just a wee bit!

30 craft projects that recycle

Gail Lipscombe — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 20:43:10 +0000

A throw rug made from old jumpers

Still on the topic of recycling, the US Better Homes and Gardens site is currently featuring 30 great craft projects using items that you would otherwise throw out in the rubbish or things to make that will save on adding to the world’s landfill.

Projects include a snazzy tote bag that will replace those plastic bags when you go to the shops, a throw rug made from old jumpers, and several ways to make a style statement with old cans.

You’ll find all 30 projects here.