Nothing that can be recycled should be going into landfill. By recycling, reusing and upcycling we can save an estimated 17kg per month (200kg per year) of C02 a month. Recycle everything you can. Anything made from metal, wood, most plastics, paper and cardboard, and electronic e-waste are all likely to have a recycling option.
We have searched the web for easy DIY’s and upcyling projects to save you time and energy, that you can invest into you new project. Check out our 3 favourite projects for this week!
From old pallets to bed ends with Recycle Art
Though this article is branded as 'bed's for boys', I can't quite figure out why... because I would KILL for beds like these. In fact if I can figure out how to lug a pallet back to my apartment I am making one of these for my queen bed this weekend!
Paper bag's into woven fruit baskets with Eli
This rustic looking basket is super easy to make and is such a great way to use up any old paper bags you might have laying around. All you will need is a paper bag, ruler, pen, scissors, small clothes pegs and a small hot glue gun. Head over to Eli's blog to find out more.
Table cloths into a lampshade with Recycle Art
This is a lamp made from three old tablecloths knitted (linen string) around a pilates ball as a mold, but you could try making mini versions with old doilies. You can even try transparent fabric underneath to make the light softer. Read how to make your own here .
You can check out last weeks favourite DIY’s by clicking here .
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