Creatively Reuse Extra Luggage (Suitcases and Backpacks)
A suitcase can be a cat tree and a backpack can be a giant puppet – get creative ideas to make with unwanted or broken luggage. Read more ›
Dollhouse Furniture from Recycled Materials
Did you make dollhouse furniture when you were small? Maybe a sleeping bag from a sock? Check out the world of modern dollhouse accessorizing! Read more ›
Gift Ideas for Zero Waste Enthusiasts
What can you give to someone who wants to produce less trash? Here are three gifts for friends and family who want to reduce their waste in 2018. Read more ›
Recycled Art Contests
To engage people in your community in creative reuse, a recycled art contest is a great way to inspire people from many ages and backgrounds. Read more ›
Christmas Trees from Recycled Materials
Did you know you can make Christmas trees from scrap wood, cardboard, plastic, metal and fabric? There are so many more choices than chopping down a tree or buying a plastic one. Read more ›
Advent or Countdown Calendars from Recycled Materials
Making an Advent or countdown calendars from recycled materials is a perfect project for creative reuse enthusiasts because it involves 24 little containers arranged in a beautiful way. Read more ›
America Recycles Day: Recycling Celebrations Around the World
Around the world, there are recycling celebrations in many countries. How could you celebrate recycling this November? Read more ›
Art from Trash After Hurricanes and Tornadoes
After natural disasters, there are piles of trash as people clean out their ruined homes and possessions. Some artists transform those discarded items into art. Read more ›
Halloween Costumes from Recycled Materials
Homemade costumes are more memorable than store-bought ones, but if you really want to stand out – try making a Halloween costume from recycled materials. Read more ›
Maker Faires and Community Events
Trashmagination had a table at KIDfest. In this podcast, I share observations about what worked and what didn’t, and how it can help me focus my Trashmagination energies going forward. Read more ›