The decision to throw away your pre-loved stuff is a difficult one – especially for those of us with a habit for hoarding. When something loses its shine or comes to the end of its lifecycle, the temptation is to get rid and start again. But thanks to the miraculous upcycling movement, our tired doodads […]
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Upcycle An Old Sweater Into A Cute Sweater Vase
While I love drooling over the higher end decorative pieces at the department stores and in catalogs, I stop short at the price. So the next best thing (and often times even better) is to make it yourself at home. Upcycling is a green choice that saves money! Furthermore, it makes it so easy to […]
How to Reuse Glass Jars
Have you ever stopped to consider how many glass jars you toss out every week? While recycling them is great, learning how to reuse glass jars will reduce your carbon footprint even more. Reusing glass jars is also a great way to save money and keep yourself organized and we all need more money and […]
Wine Bottle Christmas Tree Craft Tutorial
Today, I have a fun and easy Christmas Tree Glass Bottle Craft to share with you. This holiday season, Krazy Glue is getting a little krazy and they challenged me to create a fun, creative and over the top spin on the Christmas table décor. I love crafting so I was happy to come up […]
Repurposed Dresser Tutorial: Turned Into A Chair And Ottoman
So here is a fun diy furniture project! Are you looking for old dresser ideas? You are going to love this old dresser repurposed into two new furnitures! I bet you didn’t know you could take an old dresser and turn it a fabulous matching dresser chair and ottoman. Yup, it is such a great way […]
How To Decorate With Books [Upcycle Old Books]
Whether you’re an avid novelist or simply a dedicated book collector, most homeowners and renters have spare books lying around. As technology becomes more prevalent, you might be reaching for your e-reader over hardcovers and paperbacks. But, don’t get rid of physical copies just yet. Instead, upcycle old books into décor pieces around your home […]
DIY Christmas Gift Box Decoration [Tissue Box Reuse]
I love finding new DIY decoration projects to make for the Christmas season. I came across a peppermint gift box decoration in a magazine sometime last year. It was so cute that I decided to try to make one. This is a great chance to upcycle an empty tissue box and the peppermint Christmas gift […]