July 3rd, 2008
One more junk Christmas tree for you. Unless I find another one…
This project comes from Great Granny Vi at Thrifty Fun.
If you read the comments on Granny’s page, you’ll see she attached the CDs by drilling holes and using green floral wire. Go to Thrifty Fun for more details.
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July 2nd, 2008
I don’t drink the Dew, but if you do, start saving the cans now for Christmas.
Learn more at Mountain Dew Tree. And watch the video for a look inside this sparkling soda can Christmas tree.
This post is part of All Holiday Cafe’s Christmas in July celebration.
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June 30th, 2008
Junk Creation reader Sam, who happens to have amusing Pire of Pencilvania art up right now, sent me this link for Capri Sun purses.
Did I miss the same grocery aisle for several years, or did Capri Sun disappear off the shelves for a while? I know it’s all around now, but I haven’t had it […]
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May 15th, 2008
Instructables user randofo had a great idea on what to do with plastic water jugs. He made himself a modular storage system to clear up some clutter. And look on top — what a perfect place for a stuffed kitty.
Go to Instructables for the full how-to for this project.
Jennifer sent this link along. She was […]
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May 9th, 2008
I ran across these phone coil sheep at Craft: — a very cool blog that ends with a colon.
You can see the whole herd of phone coil sheep at Fotos Artisticas.
Photo via Fotos Artisticas.
Tags: herd of sheep, phone coil sheep, phone crafts, reuse old phone coils, reuse old phones, sheep craftsShare This
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May 8th, 2008
Sometimes you buy a product just for its cute packaging. Go ahead, admit it.
Windell Oskay at Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories has come up with a great reuse for candy boxes or other small packaging.
Find out how to turn your boxes into deceptive refrigerator magnets that feel and sound like the real thing. The only problem […]
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April 15th, 2008
I adore these sparkling garden sun plaques made of bottle caps, repurposed copper and other junk.
You can read more about these garden suns at Thrifty Fun, a site for sharing crafty, frugal and entertaining tips.
Do you have any garden sun creations of your own to share?
Images via Thrifty Fun.
Tags: bottle cap art, bottle cap […]
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April 11th, 2008
Even toys dogs need a home.
Well, kids might think so. I think this toy dog house recipe over at Making Friends is a good reuse of a milk carton top.
Woof it up.
PS- Also, think about putting a new spin on the recipe. Make it a garage for toy cars instead! Or a barn for toy […]
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