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How to Make a Light out of a CD Spindle

kayte terry, contributor | April 23rd, 200919 comments

Turn a CD spindle destined for the landfill into a modern, little lamp with some simple tools and transparency paper.

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Newspaper, Plastic Bags, Dog Hair...Upcycle Them into Yarn

Matt Embrey, member | April 23rd, 20096 comments

Instead of buying yarn, try reusing what you already have. Here are eight unusual materials that have been upcycled into yarn.

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How to Make an Out-of-the-Ordinary T-Shirt Quilt: Part Two

Erika Kern, contributor | April 22nd, 200913 comments

Last week we covered blocking the quilt front using all the T-shirts you love but never wear; this week we turn that patchwork into a quilt!

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How to Make a Recycled Bib

Linda Permann, contributor | April 22nd, 20098 comments

Combine a few choice fabric scraps with pieces cut from old pants to make a durable, cute bib for baby.

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Check Out the Entries in the Crafty by Nature Contest!

Victoria North, web producer | April 22nd, 20091 comment

The Crafty by Nature Contest is now closed. Check back on Thursday, April 30th to see the winners.

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Get Tied Up in Refashioning!

Linda Permann, contributor | April 21st, 20093 comments

Check out these amazing ascots, cuffs, belts, and more from etsy seller Lillian Asterfield.

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How to Make a No-Sew Braided-Strap Tank

cal patch, contributor | April 21st, 20093 comments

Spring and summer call for an arsenal of strappy tank tops, so here's a restyle to kick off your warm-weather wardrobe! And did I mention there's NO SEWING involved?

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How to Make a Headband from an Old T-Shirt

Lee Meredith, contributor | April 21st, 200910 comments

Use a recycled T-shirt and some basic sewing to make a comfortable and cute headband that ties in the back and holds your hair in place.

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Go Outside and Get Naturally Crafty

Jennifer Worick, contributor | April 20th, 20092 comments

Use your surroundings both as inspiration and as a rich source of crafting supplies.

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Recycle Baby Food Jars into Terrariums and Tea Kits!

Susan Beal, contributor | April 19th, 20094 comments

Save a few empty baby food jars (or any other small glass containers) and turn them into sweet little presents for friends! I made a chai-tea kit and a teeny-tiny terrarium with mine, but the possibilities are endless.

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Cosa Verde: For Earth-Friendly Crafters

Matt Embrey, member | April 18th, 20092 comments

Eco-conscious artisans and buyers alike should check out the new Web site Cosa Verde, an environmentally focused marketplace.

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How to Make a Magazine Reed Box

Diane Gilleland, contributor | April 17th, 200934 comments

If you save old magazines, try tearing out some pages to make these colorful reeds. You can use them to cover all kinds of things, like this pretty storage box.

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Hair Accessories Made from Vintage Costume Jewelry

Jennifer Stern, contributor | April 17th, 20092 comments

Add some glam to your up-do with these fancy hair accessories from OhFaro Davis-Nail.

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Crafters Will Save the World

Matt Embrey, member | April 17th, 20091 comment

In this age of overconsumption, the world can learn important lessons from crafters: doing things yourself, reusing materials, and making heirlooms meant to last.

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How to Turn Your Glass Bottles into Modern Bud Vases

kayte terry, contributor | April 16th, 20093 comments

Dig through your recycling bin for glass bottles to make these pretty little etched vases.

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Create a Yarn Remnant Necklace with a Natural Twist

Tina Hilton, contributor | April 16th, 20099 comments

Leftover lengths of organic yarn, found objects from nature, and natural embellishments make a one-of-a-kind necklace.

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How to Make an Out-of-the-Ordinary T-Shirt Quilt: Part One

Erika Kern, contributor | April 15th, 200922 comments

This quilt is a great way to reuse the T-shirts you have that are too full of memories to throw away but too full of holes (or too small!) to wear.

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How to Make a Felt Baby Toy with a Crinkly, Crackly Recycled Surprise!

Susan Beal, contributor | April 12th, 200915 comments

Babies seem to find things that make noise irresistible...so I recycled two empty plastic wipes packages into a secret crackler inside a simple felt owl toy for my daughter! She loves grabbing it and hearing that satisfying crispy, crinkly sound.

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