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Upcycled Awesome: Make an Earphone Holder from a Mint Container

Upcycled Awesome: Make an Earphone Holder from a Mint Container

If you’ve been holding onto those cute plastic mint boxes, just waiting for DIY inspiration to strike, this just might be the project for you! Grab a container and whip up a handy earphone holder decorated with cool contrasting fabric. Fight back against epic in-bag earphone tangles with this fun tutorial for making an earphone […]

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Make these Denim Projects for the Blue Jeans’ 142nd Birthday

Make these Denim Projects for the Blue Jeans’ 142nd Birthday

For the past 142 years, blue jeans have been a favorite of men and women with dirty and tough jobs due to their durability and comfort. Created on May 20th, 1873 by Jacob Davis and Levi Strauss, they would go on to become a staple in homes and workshops worldwide. The rugged material and sturdy construction […]

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Make a Vintage-Inspired Mini Mannequin out of a Dish Soap Bottle

Make a Vintage-Inspired Mini Mannequin out of a Dish Soap Bottle

Sometimes, crafting inspiration can come from some pretty unexpected places. Case in point: Making awesome vintage-inspired mini mannequins out of dish soap bottles! Inexpensive and undeniably cute, this DIY mannequin project turns recycle bin fodder into a pretty handmade object that’s fit to decorate any sewing studio or craft room! Love it? Transform an empty […]

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Springtime Makes: DIY Upcycled Bike Basket

Springtime Makes: DIY Upcycled Bike Basket

Looking for a thrift store-friendly DIY? Create your own custom upcycled bike basket with just a few easy-to-find items from your own home or your favorite flea market. If you’ve got a few extra minutes (plus glue drying time) to spare this weekend, you can hit the farmer’s market in style with a cute and […]

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Flashback: Reverse Canvas Wall Pockets

Flashback: Reverse Canvas Wall Pockets

By Cathe Holden Upcycle new or used stretched canvases into wall pockets to organize mail, papers, stationery, notes, coupons and reminders, or just create funky wall art with flea market finds!

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