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Do you have old, worn out, or unused items at home? Don't throw them away! It's time to get creative and transform these things into usable items, or pieces of art. Browse our ideas to see what you can create with old coat hangers, playing cards, t-shirts and lots more! Got any ideas of your own? Contact us and let us know--we might feature your idea on this page!
Are you keeping dusty old novels that you never plan to read again? These paper roses, made from the pages of old books, are perfect for home or party décor, as a unique and special gift to friends and much more. Follow our simple instructions (pdf).
Give your random old glasses a new purpose in life by upcycling them into tealight holders. Use your imagination to decorate them how you want-or check out our suggestions.
Don't throw all those old magazines in the recycling--use them to create handsome pen holders. Follow our simple instructions (pdf).
No sewing required! Follow our simple instructions (pdf) to give a beloved t-shirt a new lease of life!
Rescue an old cooling rack rattling around in your cupboard and give it pride of place on your wall. Follow our simple instructions (pdf)
Too many wire coathangers 'hanging' around? Use them to create stunning garlands--follow our simple instructions (pdf) and make one for every season.
Another great way to use all those wire coathangers-- follow our simple instructions (pdf) and reshape them into book stands.
Transform an ugly old pot base into a stunning mini garden! Follow our simple instructions (pdf).
It's magic! Follow our simple instructions (pdf) and transform an old pack of cards into an intriguing trinket box.
