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Add a touch of glamour to a tee
Here’s a clever idea to turn an ordinary button up t-shirt into a classy top. The super clever McKell from McKell’s Closet used a $2 tie from a thrift shop, ruffled it by hand, then stitched it onto a...
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Recycled egg carton lights
There seems to be a real trend at the moment to recycle egg cartons into everyday objects. Like these gorgeous flower lights, for instance. It’s just a simple matter of cutting out a flower shape and...
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Recycle those zips
Got a stash of old zips lying around? Transform them into works of art. Artist Amalia Versaci attached layers of zippers to a glass vase to form something truly unique. “The jars and vases incorporate...
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DIY reed diffuser
Reed diffusers are a great way to freshen up homes and office spaces, but they can be pricy. Here’s how to make your own natural air freshener with just a few ingredients. You need: 1/2 cup carrier oil...
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Heart-shaped cork board
Here’s a heart-felt gift for Mum – a heart-shaped cork board! We found this cool project over on the Musings of Life Tumblr site (there are no instructions unfortunately), and we thought we could give...
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DIY lantern
Got some old bottles lying around? Here’s a neat way to recycle them. Make them into tabletop lanterns – perfect for dinner parties either indoors or out. Click to enlarge You need a glass cutter,...
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DIY tank top tote bag
Tank top got a hole in it? No problem. Turn it into a bag. Here’s a very simple and very clever tutorial on how to transform an old tank top into a tote bag. Monica from Crafty Nest made these...
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Reuse old shutters
We love the idea of recycling items that are no longer required for their original purpose. Turn old shutters into letter racks, pot racks or plant holders.
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DIY beeswax food wraps
Hobbyist beekeeper Natalie Ridler creates an eco-friendly food wrap (wrap your cheese, a cut onion or sandwiches) using simple materials.
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DIY oven mitts
In her new book, Reclaim That: Upcycling your home with style, Sarah Heeringa shows us how to make these fun, reclaimed oven mitts.
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