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Recycling Boosted by Pure Imagination

Raquel Fagan, April 6th, 2012

Willie Wonka invited a whole generation to be part of “a world of pure imagination." Lovers of this '80s movie-must grew up knowing that imagination could bring you wonderful things, including edible flowers and rivers of chocolate. The Imagination Factory, the brainchild of artist and teacher Marilyn Brackney, has been teaching the youth of today that very same message ... read more

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Published in General


7 DIY Recycled Bird Feeders

Alexis Petru, April 3rd, 2012

Invite your feathered friends into your garden this spring with these seven bird feeders you can make out of materials you might have otherwise thrown away or recycled – plastic bottles, milk cartons or scraps of wood. There’s a project here for everyone, regardless of your age or skill level; from young children and DIY novices to crafting pros who ... read more

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Tagged carton, cartons, Crafts, DIY, DIY. humaninterest, glass, ideas, metal, paint, Plastic, recycling, reuse, wood

Published in Garden


5 Low-Waste Winter Centerpieces

Mary Mazzoni, January 24th, 2012

Winter entertaining just wouldn't be complete without an eye-catching centerpiece for the dinner table. For many of us, the days of plucking flowers from the garden are long gone. And, unless you're willing to shell out the cash for organic, store-bought flowers can be trouble for your compost pile. Flowers and other organic materials treated with pesticides can kill ... read more

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Published in Household


7 Reuse Ideas for Old Jeans

Alexis Petru, January 23rd, 2012

Do you have old pairs of jeans that are too damaged or simply too beloved to donate to your local thrift store? Clear out your closets and get crafty with these seven creative upcycling projects for your old denim duds. 1. Coasters You won’t need any sewing experience – just scissors and fabric glue – to make these unique coasters out ... read more

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Published in Clothing


Weekend Craft Ideas For Kids

Mary Mazzoni, January 20th, 2012

For many families, the frigid winter air brings play-time indoors - which can mean a house full of stir-crazy kids. If you're stuck for an indoor activity this weekend, why not have a little eco fun by crafting with the kids using recycled materials? Skip the trip to the crafts store, these five projects are made from items you probably ... read more

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10 Reuse Ideas for CDs and DVDs

Mary Mazzoni, January 12th, 2012

Making the switch to digital copy for your entertainment needs can leave you with piles of old CDs, DVDs and cases that you just aren't sure what to do with. From elegant wall art to fashion-forward jewelry, here are 10 eclectic and eco-friendly uses for all your old CDs and DVDs. 1. Mosaic mirror Your old CDs and DVDs can be ... read more

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Published in Electronics


SEE: 15 Reuse Projects to Try in 2012

Alexis Petru, December 29th, 2011


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Tagged clothingandtextile, Crafts, DIY, furniture, gallery, magazines, packaging, recycle, reduce, reuse, reuseweekend

Published in Household


Reuse Ideas for Holiday Cards and Gift Wrap

Alexis Petru, December 26th, 2011

With the holidays winding down, you may soon be tossing cards and wrapping paper in the recycling bin and unrecyclable tissue paper and gift bags in the trash. Earth911 thinks these holiday items – with their ornate designs and fun messages – are simply too beautiful to throw out, even if they’ll get a second life as a ... read more

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10 DIY Ornaments for Your Christmas Tree

Mary Mazzoni, December 14th, 2011

Decorating the Christmas tree is a beloved tradition for many families. This year, try adding a new tradition to your holiday repertoire - making your own decorations. These 10 homemade ornaments are so fun and festive, you'd never guess they're made from trash! 1. Egg shell baubles The next time you're whipping up a morning omelette, don't compost those egg shells. ... read more

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Published in Household


10 Funky Ways to Reuse Old Magazines

Mary Mazzoni, December 6th, 2011

Empty out those magazine racks! Here are 10 crafty ways to reuse old magazines, newspaper and junk mail. 1. Decoupage accessories If you or the kids have a pair of shoes, a backpack or even a T-Shirt that looks a little plain, why not spunk it up a bit using old magazine pages? This step-by-step tutorial from FaveCrafts.com teaches you ... read more

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Published in Paper


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