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How to Upcycle

By , About.com GuideApril 18, 2012

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Not only is recycling good for the environment, it can help save you money, and, with the projects I have gathered, you can find out how to recycle creatively! Using the ideas presented in this collection, you can transform baby food jars, paper bags, orphaned socks, and several other items into crafty masterpieces. You can choose the category you are interested in, such as cardboard and boxes, cans, and orphaned puzzle and games pieces.

If you are interested in learning even more creative ways you can recycle, sign up for my fun and educational weekly Creative Recycling newsletter. Each week, you will receive a special newsletter featuring craft projects, activities, and tips for recycling specific items. You will, in total, receive 15 informative issues which will hopefully help and encourage you to do more with your garbage than just throw it away.

I also have a couple of recycling craft collections you can explore. If you are hoping to add a few new craft books to your book shelf, I have a list of Creative Recycling Books to help get you started. I have also compiled a list of the current Top Creative Recycling Projects on my site. This list will change as more crafts are added. If you have a favorite recycling craft, take a moment to submit it and maybe it will make the top list!


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