10 Funky Ways to Reuse Old Magazines

Tip #3: Try out the Magazine Bowl by Patricia Zapata. Photo: Patricia Zapata, A Little Hut

3. Recycled serving bowl

We’ve all heard of the newspaper hat. But how about a magazine serving bowl? This eclectic bowl, dreamed up by Patricia Zapata – A Little Hut blogger and author of “Home, Paper, Scissors,” is great for decoration or serving dry snacks like chips and pretzels. But we wouldn’t recommend using it for Grandma’s mashed potatoes. Zapata notes that this craft does take a while. So, be prepared with a lazy afternoon and a lot of patience.

4. Magazine reed box

If you’re in search of a perfect homemade gift (or just a little something to spice up the family room), look no further than this cool magazine reed box craft from CraftStylish.com contributor Diane Gilleland. Gilleland rolled up her old magazines to make reeds, and used them to cover pretty and practical keepsake box gifts. Use the same method to adorn picture frames, scrapbook covers or whatever your crafty heart desires.