Tin Can Snowman
This Tin Can Snowman is a festive and colorful addition to any winter scene. Who doesn't love a snowman made out of recycled cans? I sure do, and this tin can snowman is a perfect way to show your love! All you need is a few cans and some other recycled materials for the body and face. This is a fun way to recycle as well! Try this with your kids for an easy and fun project this winter. First, you'll need to gather your materials. Materials needed: 3 empty tin cans in varying sizes paint butt...
DIY Color Block Wine Rack Made From Coffee Cans
This project is simple and easy to do. All you need are some coffee cans and a bit of creativity. This will definitely raise the bar of your home organization game! It's also a craft perfect for recycling and repurposing your old items around the house. Follow these simple steps linked below to create your own custom wine storage solution. Enjoy yourselves!!! Materials needed: – 4–12 large coffee or tomato cans (depending on the size of rack you want to make) – can opener – 1 can white ...
Recycled Toilet Tissue Tube Piggy Bank
Are you looking for a unique and fun way to store your money? Look no further than a recycled toilet tissue tube piggy bank! This fun and quirky money storage option is a great way to show off your environmental awareness, and it's also super cheap to make! Best of all, this cute little piggy is super easy to clean and use, meaning it can be stored anywhere and used as often as you like! So let's get started! Materials needed: Paintbrush Pink acrylic paint 2 toilet tissue tubes Scissors Pink tiss...
How to Make a Simple Soda Can Key Chain
Making a soda can key chain is an easy and fun project that anyone can complete. All you need is a soda can and some supplies to make your key chain. So, what will you be drinking? Well, any can will work just fine for this craft. You can also drink something that looks and tastes like soda. This will give your can a unique look! If you'd rather not drink it, you can use fake soda for this project as well. Materials needed: Existing Keychain or Chain, Jump Rings, and a Split Ring 2 Aluminum Soda Can...
Recycled Jeans Mason Jar and Napkin Rings
Do you want to save money while having fun? Look no further than recycled jeans! Jeans are a great resource for fabric, and they can be reused in many different ways. One way to use old jeans is to make a mason jar ring or a napkin ring. In this article, I will show you how to make both of these items using just jean scraps and some inexpensive supplies. Materials needed: Stretch denim blue jeans Blue mason jar Scissors Hot Glue
How to Make Decorative Feathers from Old Books
Feathers are a natural and beautiful addition to any decoration. They can be used in many different ways, from adding a touch of elegance to a simple decoration to creating an entire centerpiece using feathers. Making a decorative feather involves taking an old book and using it to make a beautiful craft. This is an easy and fun craft that anyone can do. First, pick a book. You can use an old encyclopedia or a dictionary for this. Materials needed: Book pages Wooden dowel or stick Scissors Paper...
How to Crochet a Sturdy Pencil Shaped Holder
Do you need a sturdy pencil holder? Well, now you can crochet one! This holder is made from a simple crochet pattern that uses only basic stitches. It is sturdy and perfect for holding your pencils. You can make these in a variety of colors to match your decor. They are simple to make and fun for the whole family to do together. Once completed, you will be able to store your pencils neatly in this fun and functional holder. Materials needed: yarn 5.0mm hook scissors tapestry needle
Adorable Elephant Garden Planters
Collecting elephants and having them in all shapes and sizes can be made from every material, but the one kind of planter you might not have can be an elephant made from a recycled water bottle. So looking at this gorgeous Plastic Water Bottle Elephant DIY I'm sure you can make it! You can make an entire elephant family for the entrance of your garden and make your garden beautiful. Materials Needed 1-gallon empty water bottle 4 (16 oz) empty water bottles Blue spray paint Purple ...
DIY Frosted Glass Jam Jar Luminaries
Are you looking for a way to add Christmas vibes into your home decor? Maybe you’re looking for a way to add some lights even in the dark? Well, why not DIY some frosted glass jam jar luminaries. This is also a great craft for recycling those old or used jam jars. You can also call the kids and grandkids to help you out making these beautiful home decorative pieces. So friends, let’s get ready for the most beautiful time of the year. Materials needed: Empty jam jars White craft sand PVA/White...
Egg Carton Penguins
Hello my craft friends! It’s time for some super lovely crafts. Today we’re going to be recycling those egg cartons and bringing to life some beautiful penguins. This is a great craft for bonding with the kids and grandkids and I’m sure they’re going to enjoy every step of the process. They’re definitely going to enjoy coloring and painting those cartons and sticking googly eyes to these penguins. Materials needed: Egg Carton Black Paint White and Orange Paper Googly Eyes Glue
Easy Santa Corks Ornaments
Let’s recycle those wine corks and use them in making these Easy Santa Corks Ornaments. These ornaments will be great on your shelves as home decor or on your Christmas trees. So friends, get as many wine corks as you can and begin the process of making these beautiful pieces. You also get to make some gorgeous looking Santa hats from felt. So, let’s begin! Materials needed: one cork, red & pink acrylic paint, red felt (or card), cotton wool (or white felt),&nbs...
Mushroom Bird Feeder
If you live in a place where the birds still come out to eat and play then making a mushroom birdfeeder will definitely be great. After all, those birds will gladly come to your home and enjoy time with you by singing their favorite songs. This birdfeeder gives you the opportunity to recycle some old bottles, containers and much more. You get to be super creative by helping out some little birds. So friends, let’s make this mushroom shaped birdfeeder! Materials needed: Red plastic bowl or contai...
Silly Toilet Paper Roll Reindeer Craft
Hello my super creative friends! Let’s get those toilet paper rolls and put them to good use by making some silly toilet paper roll reindeers. These reindeers are great if you’re looking for an activity to engage your kids and grandkids with. It’s also perfect for the season as Christmas is already upon us. So, let those reindeers brighten up our homes with their red noses. Materials needed: 9 toilet rolls or paper towel/wrapping paper rolls cut down to 4 inches in length brown acrylic paint brow...
How To Turn Old Denim Skirt Into A Tote Bag
Before us today we have another craft that is great for recycling. We are going to be recycling those old denim skirts into a beautiful tote bag. This tote bag is just so fancy and allows you to be as creative as you can be. You get to add beautiful flowers and colorful straps to make your mood much more enjoyable. So friends, make this tote bag for yourself, your kids and your grandkids and let everybody be super flamboyant in their creativity. Materials needed: old denim skirt quilting fabri...
Lantern With Recyclables
Hello my craft friends! Look at this super creative craft we have before us today. I am just in love with it. Although this might not work like a real lantern but it definitely brightens up the environment, don’t you think? Absolutely! You can make this lantern with your recyclables and bring life to old pieces. So, let’s make this gorgeous lantern that will make our home look much different and bring it into better light. Materials needed: Empty clear plastic bottle Two lids Take o...