This project is truly trash-to-treasure since it starts with dried acrylic paint! Add a plastic lid and some Mod Podge […]
Recycled Puppet Toy
Make this fun marionette puppet toy from recycled items! It costs practically nothing since the materials are all items you might […]
Canning Jar Lid Pumpkin Craft
These simple pumpkins make the perfect homemade decoration for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or autumn. It’s a great way to use something […]
Duck Tape Recycled Robot
Instead of tossing your empty cereal box in the recycle bin, save it to make this fun robot kid craft! […]
Popsicle Stick Catapult
Building a catapult is a great STEM activity for young kids. Play with variables to see if you can make […]
Hard Boiled Snorkeler
This hard-boiled snorkeler is ready for a dip! This project is a fun and unexpected twist on traditional egg dyeing.
Chirpy Chicks
Add some whimsy to your spring decorations with these adorable chicks. Start by making your own pom poms, then dress […]
Mason Jar Lid Pumpkins
Make beautiful pumpkins using the rings from canning jar lids! The tutorial has three fun ideas.
Apple Wall Hanging
Make this pretty and bright apple wall hanging using items from nature and your recycling bin! This awesome craft is […]
Recycled Items Hot Air Balloon
Raid the recycling bin to make this hot air balloon featuring friends or family members. It’s a fun project that […]
Rainbow Button Wind Chime
Turn a rainbow of colorful buttons and recycled lids into this beautiful wind chime. It’s perfect for the garden, the […]
Salty Snowflake Ornament
With just a little bit of salt, some tape and plastic lids, you can make this festive snowflake ornament. Hang […]
Cereal Box Robot
Turn empty boxes, lids, cans and other items into a one-of-a-kind robot. Let your imagination run wild with this recycled […]
Repurposed Tin Lid Wreath
Tin can lids are a free craft supply! Paint tin lids with nail polish and acrylic paint to create a […]
Cat in the Hat Fascinator for Dr. Seuss Day
Turn two common recyclable materials into an adorable fascinator for Dr. Seuss Day on March 2! It’s so easy to […]
Minion Ornaments
Decorate the Christmas tree with an adorable Minion Ornament! This is great fun for any Despicable Me fans.
Kitchen Grater Owl
Turn an old cheese grater into an owl that simply could not be cuter. What a wonderful project using recycled […]
Dream Big Wall Hanging
Create an inspirational “Dream Big” wall plaque using recycled materials and some glitter. What a wonderful recycling project for kids (or […]
Pine Cone Christmas Tree
Transform a pine cone into a cute little Christmas tree using washi tape and a plastic lid. This inexpensive project […]
DIY Marble Maze
Use drinking straws to construct a really cool maze for marbles. Time how long it takes to get the marbles […]
Tissue Paper Fringe Flowers
Create pretty fringe flowers with a unique base made from something you might otherwise throw away. Choose your favorite colors […]
Bottle Cap Apple Search
This game is easy to make, reusing materials that you already have at home. It’s fun any time of year, […]
Balloon Juice Box Car
Make a balloon powered juice box car! It’s great fun for kids of all ages.
Jar Lid Coaster
These jar lid coasters couldn’t be easier to make! Use vintage flea market finds or add gesso and paint to lids […]
Jar Lid Garden Labels
Use jar lids and coat hangers to create these fun and unique garden labels! Decorate them with paint, markers, or other […]
Scratching Post for a Toy Cat
Make a cute little scratching post to go along with a favorite toy cat. It’s easy to do!
Lego Decorations
Turn 2×4’s and old lids into cool decorations that any Lego fan would love. Use them as paper weights, as […]
Plastic Lid Thumbprint Kids
Use recycled lids to make this fun thumbprint craft. These can be turned into a game, used for pretend play, […]
Rhinestone Recycled Ornament
Don’t throw away those jar lids just yet! Save them to make these sparkly ornaments for your tree, inspired by […]
Bottle Cap Bunny
Don’t throw away old bottle caps and lids! Repurpose them to make cute bunnies. Fun for Easter, spring, Earth Day, […]
Recycled Snowman Ornament
Use a recycled jar lid to create this cute snowman ornament for Christmas this year.