Recycled Crafts

Green pillows can be bed pillows or decorative throw pillows as long as you use recycled materials in making them. Green pillows can be made by recycling old clothes that are too old or too torn...

There are many interesting recycling uses for old tee shirts, and one of them is the braided cotton rug. These rugs can be made into any size or shape. I am working on a rectangular one now. I...

Has your son or daughter grown too tall for those blue jeans? Find a really cute pair at a garage sale but they don't quite fit? With a little sewing know-how, you can create an adorable, sturdy...

Nearly every home has the items needed to complete this project. I used fruit boxes because I had some on hand. If you have no such box, the scrap fabric measurements can be modified turn nearly...

Fun, relaxing, and an easy craft to make, a fabric wreath is a fun project for all ages. Plus, it's a wonderful project for recycling those old fabric scraps. Invite friends over for a...

If you are looking for a unique and fun way to decorate an old pair of flip flops why not use trash bags. Everyone has at least a few old plastic bags from the last time they went shopping. Now...

How to make a knot pillow out of fleece. This is super simple and does not require any sewing. Knot pillows are a great way to dress up a bed or couch. You can also use fleece from an old blanket...

In the late 19th and early 20th century, rugs were often made at home. They were a thrifty way to recycle old clothes and rags and provided inexpensive floor coverings using materials found...

Making a braided rug is a great way to use up old clothes or fabric and transform them into a beautiful and functional piece of art.

Handmade braided rag rugs are an ideal accent in a Colonial or Country design scheme. An authentic braided rug can cost a small fortune, though. Making your own braided rugs is a great way to...

You can make a stuffed fabric seagull or any bird or animal for that matter without a purchased pattern or new materials. I made a seagull in one evening and I will tell you how I did it using...

When I was a little girl growing up in the Flint Hills of Kansas, my Mother spent many evenings crocheting rag rugs. I remember one winter she used some of the rag strips to make my sister and me...

Have you ever wondered about those rugs that you see in people's houses that are sturdy and have a country flair to them? Do you have so many old clothes that you don't want to throw them out but...