Reduce, Reuse, Recreate

            I want everyone to take a moment and picture what your bank account looks like. If it is anything like mine, we are just going to pretend that number is a little higher than it actually is. It is fine to be in denial, its completely normal. What you can’t deny is that you can’t go blow money at your local craft store even though it is extremely tempting. Unfortunately, bank accounts are low and crafting prices are high and that is why we are going to utilize all of those useless things you have been hoarding for years.

            What people don’t think about are the awesome materials you have sitting around your home that can be reused for crafts. But if there is some odd reason you don’t have crap around your house, (there are a special place in hell for those people) take a trip to your local Goodwill and take advantage of the vintage pieces sitting there unappreciated.

            But I realize I can sit here and tell you that this is a great idea but sometimes it is hard seeing the beauty in items. To give you the inspiration you need I have come across some incredible websites that give you plenty of ideas and motivation to get this project going. Melissa Conner gives over 600 ideas of what items can take new shape and be revived. “674 Recycled Crafts: Crafting With Recyclable Items” gives you opportunity to expand your creative mind. Articles like this one are just the start of creating endless potential for your projects.

            Once you get in the habit of creating things from recycled items, you will have a hard time buying new items to work with. Whether you refinish an old desk and turn it into a new entertainment center, you are able to keep character and memories in your home while keeping money in your wallet. Remember the best projects start in your home.

Here is a list of other websites that offer ideas for recycling:

“674 Recycled Crafts: Crafting With Recyclable Items”

“Recycling Index”

-       “Recycled Crafts”

-       “46 Ways to Make Something New Out of Something Old”

-       Also, check out Pinterest to see some examples and to get the creative juices flowing


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