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Practically Free Plastic for Crafting

Find out how to recycle plastic packaging into craft supplies.

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Recycled Plastic

Recycled Plastic

Elizabeth Johnson
'Covered In Crafts' explains how to recycle plastic packaging into supplies for your crafting, "Start by looking at the packages that your purchases come in. I used the plastic package that my new scrapbook scissors came in. Cut the flat parts of the package off using sharp scissors. Cut the flat pieces into any shapes you like and decorate. I created a Halloween decoration using plastic I would have normally thrown away. You could use your newly discovered plastic to make windows in cards or gift boxes too. Happy crafting!"

You can see some of 'Covered In Crafts' plastic projects here.

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