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Fairy House Night Lights

These cute fairy house night lights are made from recycled bottles. They’re so adorable and easy to modify with your […]

Jack-O-Lantern Luminaries

Jack-O-Lantern Luminaries

Take empty glass jars out of the recycling bin and turn them into festive jack-o-lantern luminaries! This project is simple […]

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Folded Book Art

Turn an old or damaged book into a work of art! It’s easy to do and looks so cool.

This Pringle can mummy is a fun recycled Halloween craft for younger children.

Pringle Can Mummy

This Pringle can mummy is a fun recycled Halloween craft for younger children. Mummy crafts are very versatile because you can […]

Cardboard Emoji Costumes

Cardboard Emoji Costumes

These cardboard emoji costumes make a fun and easy costume for kids of all ages. They’re inexpensive and great for […]

Shredded Paper Nest

Shredded Paper Nest

Make a pretty nest using recycled paper straight from the shredder! This craft requires quite a bit of drying time, but […]

CD Olaf from Frozen

CD Olaf from Frozen

Recycle an old CD using some felt and fun glitter paint. Make yourself a glittery version of that beloved snowman, Olaf!

Cardboard Dollhouse on Wheels

Cardboard Dollhouse on Wheels

Make this easy cardboard dollhouse with chic wallpaper and wheels for extra fun! It doubles as a storage container when […]

Thanksgiving Napkin Rings

Thanksgiving Napkin Rings

Have the kids make these adorable Pilgrim and Native American Thanksgiving napkin rings. This is a great project to keep them […]

Recycled Book Halloween Decorations

Recycled Book Halloween Decorations

Use recycled books to create your own unique Halloween decoration. They’re also fun for Harry Potter themed parties.

No-Sew Superhero Costume

No-Sew Superhero Costume

This no-sew superhero costume is really inexpensive and easy to make. It’s perfect for Halloween, a themed party, or pretend […]

CD Mummy Craft

CD Mummy Craft

Turn an obsolete CD or DVD into an adorable mummy decoration. A great kid’s craft for Halloween!

Shark Boxes

Shark Boxes

While originally created for Valentine’s Day to collect cards, this is a fun shark craft in general that kids will […]

Rubber Band Stamps

You can make your own stamps using different sized rubber bands and just about anything for a base.  Easy, fun […]

Desk Containers

Desk Containers

Quick upcycled desk organizing from plastic containers headed to the recycling bin.

Mismatched Mitten Puppets

Mismatched Mitten Puppets

Don’t toss those single mittens, instead turn them into cute puppets in less than 30 minutes!

Melted Crayon Recycled Art

Melted Crayon Recycled Art

Recycle your old crayons and make beautiful abstract art in the process. Kids will love the process of making these […]

A Box of Pirates

A Box of Pirates

Reuse an old cardboard pencil box, ping pong balls, a mint tin and fabric scraps to make this box of […]

Cereal Box Conversation Hearts

Cereal Box Conversation Hearts

These easy conversation hearts make fun Valentine cards and are great for both boys and girls.

Glow in the Dark Stars

Glow in the Dark Stars

Kids love things that glow in the dark! Did you know that you can make your own glow in the […]

Puzzle in a Box

Puzzle in a Box

Make your kiddos their own puzzle using wooden pieces and an empty cardboard box!

Cardboard Tube Dangling Hearts

Cardboard Tube Dangling Hearts

Turn ordinary cardboard tubes into these pretty dangling hearts to decorate your entryway or dress up a corner of the […]

Recycled Craft Carry All

Recycled Craft Carry All

Show the kids how to turn a six pack into a sturdy craft carry-all for all their craft materials.

Repurposed Sweater Mittens

Repurposed Sweater Mittens

It’s cold out and the perfect time to make your own mittens from a repurposed sweater or scarf (your own […]

Dowel Lamp

Dowel Lamp

The light effects that this lamp makes are amazing. Find out how simple creating it is! All you need is […]

Glitter CD Turkey

Glitter CD Turkey

Turn an old CD into a glittery turkey for Thanksgiving! Add a magnet and hang this glittering Tom on the […]

Duck Tape CD Monsters

Duck Tape CD Monsters

Recycle old CDs into fun and colorful monsters using Duck Tape! A great activity for Halloween or anytime of year.

Monster Felt Board Book

Monster Felt Board Book

Kids will love creating a variety of different monster faces with this homemade felt board book! Change the eyes, mouths […]

Cereal Box Haunted House

Cereal Box Haunted House

Make this fun haunted house from a recycled cereal box, some cereal, marshmallows and other fun ingredients!

Decoupage Pumpkin Sun Catcher

Decoupage Pumpkin Sun Catcher

Discover how easy it is to make this fun window decoration. The kids will love making it and decorating the […]

Who’s There Owl Wreath

Who’s There Owl Wreath

This little owl will happily greet everyone who comes to your door. A fun and festive decoration for fall, Halloween […]

Fairy Princess Wand

Fairy Princess Wand

This cute wand is made by recycling canning jar lids and a paint stir stick. Fun for your little princess.

Water Bottle Octopus

Water Bottle Octopus

Make an adorable octopus using a recycled water bottle! A fun ocean themed craft that’s great for summer and makes […]

Neon Ring Toss Game

Neon Ring Toss Game

Make your own game of ring toss with neon paints! Makes it easy to find your game pieces in the […]

Upcycled Wire Bracelet

Upcycled Wire Bracelet

How to make a colorful, braided bangle bracelet from old electronics cables and cords. A brilliant way to recycle those […]

Upcycled T-Shirt Headband

Upcycled T-Shirt Headband

If you have old t-shirts that you are about to throw away, you can turn them into fun headbands! It’s […]

Recycled CD Spinners

Recycled CD Spinners

Make your own game by recycling old CDs and DVDs into fun spinning tops! Loads of fun to play with, […]

Magazine Cut Out Funny Faces

Magazine Funny Faces

Get out some magazines, scissors and a photo then get ready for some laughs! A really fun family activity and […]

Foil Pan Bird Feeder

Foil Pan Bird Feeder

This fun and simple bird feeder craft can be made from recycled items from around your home! Aluminum foil pans […]

Cardboard Box Cars

Cardboard Box Cars

Create a car from Cardboard boxes and let the kids “drive” them to their own drive-in movie! A perfect summer […]

Tin Can Family Planters

Tin Can Family Planters

Get your little ones excited about gardening by creating these simple tin can planters–one for each member of the family.

Graduation Cap Gift Jar

Graduation Cap Gift Jar

Don’t want to use a boring envelope for that monetary gift? Roll it up, tie it with ribbon, and put […]

Jar Lid Glitter Bugs

Jar Lid Glitter Bugs

Use recycled jar lids and glitter paint to create these fun bugs, just in time for Earth Day! A fun […]

How to Paint on Plastic

How to Paint on Plastic

Kids love to paint, and there are so many things that end up in the trash, including plastic margarine tubs. […]

Faux Vinyl Book Cover

Faux Vinyl Book Cover

Make a durable book cover that feels like vinyl using a paper grocery bag, scrapbook paper and Mod Podge! Great […]

Piggy Piggy Bank

Piggy Piggy Bank

Inspire kids to save their money by making a recycled jar or plastic tub piggy bank. Change the design to […]

Soda Can Rubbing Plates

Soda Can Rubbing Plates

Transfer images onto aluminium soda cans to create rubbing plates. Use images of any themes – favorite characters, letters and […]

Tips for Easy Yarn Crafts

Tips for Easy Yarn Crafts

Wrapping with yarn is a fun way to turn something old into something new. Make pom poms from yarn to […]

Cardboard Tube Cars

Cardboard Tube Cars

Here’s a fun way for the boys to recycle some toilet paper or paper towel cardboard tubes! Make adorable cardboard […]

Shoe Box Tool Box

Shoe Box Tool Box

Create a cardboard toolbox for your dad, perfect for Father’s Day or dad’s birthday! A great recycling craft that is […]

Three Little Pigs Masks

Three Little Pigs Masks

The next time you share the story of the Three Little Pigs, don’t just tell it, have the children be […]

Peanut Butter Piggy Bank

Peanut Butter Piggy Bank

This adorable piggy bank is easy for little hands to get in and out of. The smaller size means it […]

Water Bottle Pig

Water Bottle Pig

Transform a water bottle and construction paper into this cute little pig! This was designed as a Sunday School project, […]

Pizza Party Slices

Pizza Party Slices

What kid doesn’t like pizza? This toddler friendly craft is not only lots of fun, is a great way to […]

Cardboard Telephone

Cardboard Telephone

Turn ordinary cardboard into a fun telephone for your kids! Great play time fun and perfect for imaginative play. While […]

Colored Denim Circle Tree

Colored Denim Circle Tree

Turn old blue jeans and scrap wood into fin and funky wall art! A perfect project for teenagers and a […]

Recycled Cookie Ingredient Jars

Recycled Cookie Ingredient Jars

Use old jars to make cookie ingredient gifts! Teach recycling while crossing a person off your list. Great for co-workers, […]

Tin Can Succulent Planters

Tin Can Succulent Planters

Recycle tin cans into planters for succulents. Get kids recycling and interested in gardening early! This is a great craft […]

Bottle Cap Thanksgiving Turkey Hat

Bottle Cap Thanksgiving Turkey Hat

Have fun recycling by making this cute bottle cap Thanksgiving turkey hat to wear on the big day! A fun […]

Bracelets from Recycled T-shirts

Bracelets from Recycled T-shirts

You can turn old t-shirts into pretty bracelets with dollar store bangles and glue. Follow these step by step instructions […]

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