DIY Cord or Ear Bud Holder

Very easy and handy project. Keep those cords organized with leather scraps!

One Seam T-Shirt Bag

Super simple project. You'll only have to sew one seam! Pick a shirt that looks great upside-down. You'll need one t-shirt for the bag and some cord or t-shirt yarn for the closure.

When you're making the 4 tiny snips, cut through only one layer of fabric, not both layers. Pull the t-shirt yarn or cord through the first hole, through the inside the bottom of the shirt, back out and in the opposite hole, thread through the other side and knot the end!

Book Page Medallions

Upcycled T-Shirt Tote

Turn a T-Shirt into a tote bag! This is a great project for sewers who've never worked with knit fabric.

Upcycled Plastic Jug Gift Box

I buy vinegar in the BIG jugs! These jugs can easily be upcycled into pretty gift boxes. The fold at the top makes a very subtle four-petal flower motif. Reuse as many times as you'd like! When you don't need it anymore, remove the ribbon and throw the plastic in the recycling bin.

The Hat & Belt Basket!

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Introducing the Hat & Belt Basket! Use it as an Easter basket or table centerpiece. It would also make a perfect flower girl basket for a country or rustic-themed wedding!

Easy Gem Book Sculpture!

This gem-shaped book sculpture is a great little organizer or home decor item!

Book Balls!

Paper hydrangeas made from old books! Pretty home decor items, Christmas ornaments or table centerpieces.

DIY Copper Medallion

Another way to use up those old copper molds! Turn them into fun home decor pieces :-).

Stamped Envelope Bookmark

I've been receiving so many lovely cards with very pretty stamps and envelopes. Would be a shame to waste them! Let's make some bookmarks :-).

You will need:

• stamped envelopes
• letter opener or knife
• scissors or paper cutter
• book

Folded Book Decor

Have any books lying round? Turn them into folded book decor! Use as centerpieces or shelf decoration.

This particular book is definitely not one of my faves. At least it can be used for crafts!

You will need:

• Book that is better off becoming a craft instead of staying a work of (in my opinion, not-so-great) literature
• Hands
• Time

Record Fans!

Looking for a record re-purpose project? Instead of being a fan of music, turn your music into a fan!

Soda Can Vase or Cup!

 Turn soda cans into cups or vases!

T-shirt Bag

Re-purpose your old Tees! Great beginning sewing project for kids - they can use shirts they've grown out of!

Beer Bottle Tea Light Covers!

*** WARNING: Only use these covers with battery operated tea-lights. Due to the shape of the covers, real candles will heat the tops of the bottles to the point where they will burn you! ***

Turn your empties into Tea Light Covers!

Bunny Candy Holder

Make your own bunny basket out of . . . liquid laundry detergent containers!

DIY T-shirt Dog Toy!

Does your pup need a new toy? Make a rope bone of your old t-shirts! I found this project in Carol Sirrine's book, Cool Crafts With Old T-Shirts: Green Projects for Resourceful Kids.

Upcycle Jars into Gorgeous Textured Vases!

Create a faux pottery finish for glass jars! Beautiful for rustic wedding themes or everyday home decor.

Vintage Spoon Recipe Holders

Make your own Recipe Holders out of Vintage Spoons!

Looking for a unique handmade Mother's day gift? Or a quick 'no muss - no fuss' craft for Girl's Night? All you need are some vintage spoons and a glue gun!

Upcycle Old Hoodies into Pillows!

I've seen sweaters turned into pillow covers. Why not turn zip-up hoodies into pillow covers, too?

Look at all those pockets! Perfect for keeping an emergency Kleenex stash while watching sad movies!


A Big Thank You goes to  Amanda Formaro (Crafts by Amanda and Fun Family Crafts) for promoting this project on Facebook!