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You Can Recycle Creatively and Make Green Crafts

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These recycling craft projects will show you how you can 'craft green'! We know that recycling is better for the environment than simply throwing things in the trash. Can you think of a better way to recycle than to use some of the items you would usually throw away to make craft projects? Start collecting those egg cartons, bathroom tissue rolls, light bulbs, plus lots more! Most of all, put your imagination to work. Here are some ideas to get you started.

Button Flowers Craft

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You will have a grand time making an entire bouquet of these charming flowers - Find more Buttons Crafts...

CD ROM Fish Craft

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One of the most popular recycling crafts on this site! Read these instructions to make a cute, hanging fish out of old Cds - Find more CD Crafts...

Check Box Camera

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Instructions to make a pretend camera using a check box, toilet tissue roll, and a few other supplies - Find more Household Box Crafts...

Clothespin Dolls

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Here is a classic craft that everyone will enjoy making. Find out how to make personalized dolls using a clothespin and embroidery floss - Find more Clothespin Crafts...

Cupcake Craft

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Find out how to create this unique cupcake craft by recycling an almond can - Find more Almond or Peanut Can Crafts...

Egg Carton Sea Creatures

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Find out how you can create your own under sea adventure using egg carton cups and a few common craft supplies. - Find more Egg Carton Crafts...

Growing Magnet Craft

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This unique project is not only educational, it would make a fun gift. - Find more Film Container/Pill Bottle Crafts...

Light Bulb Cat-In-The-Hat Craft

Find out how to create a cute Cat-In-The-Hat craft using a light bulb and a few other supplies. - Find more Light Bulb Crafts...

Paper Bag Pinata Craft

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These free directions will show you how to make a pinata using a paper bag - Find more Paper Bag Crafts...

Party Popper Craft

Follow these directions and you can create party supplies using a toilet paper roll - Find more Cardboard Tube Crafts...

Puzzle Piece Frame Craft

Kathryn explains how her son made a frame using old puzzle pieces and craft sticks. - Find more Puzzle Piece Crafts...

Sock Puppet Craft

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Not only will kids will love creating their own sock characters using a variety of craft supplies, this is a great way to use up any orphaned socks you might have laying around - Find more Sock Crafts...
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