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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
It’s very challenging to find a place to recycle your child’s safety car seats. But Target is partnering with Terracycle to accept car seats during National Child Safety Passenger Week (only until September 23!). Read more ›
It’s time to buy school supplies in North America. My kids have a pile of crayon nubs and dried-out markers from last year, so I got to work testing ideas for creative reuse! Read more ›
For Shark Week, Trashmagination shares the story of the shark anatomy model made from recycled materials, hopefully the first in a series of other species. Read more ›
What can you do once your children outgrow their stuffed toys other than throw them in the trash? Read more ›
Juice pouches are easy to sew with a regular sewing machine and I have made vests, bags and backpacks from them. Read more ›
Trash fashion is clothing made from trash or recyclable materials. Read more ›
Plastic caps are a versatile and plentiful medium for creative reuse experimentation. Read more ›
Every day is Valentine’s Day when people help with Trashmagination. Find ways you could support the visions of the people you love. Read more ›
Do you have a box of old trophies that are gathering dust? Find places to send them or crafts to make with them. Read more ›
Three key values of Trashmagination that were reinforced by my recent work weaving plastic bags on my floor loom into gorgeous colorful mats Read more ›
Trashmagination kicks off a new adventure of podcasting! Read more ›
This incredible exhibit of 17 sea creatures made from beach trash is one of the most impressive creative reuse endeavors I have ever viewed. Read more ›
We designed a Cub Scout wearing the Webelos uniform as a craft for our den. Read more ›
Colorful laundry caps inspire a craft that helps build fine-motor skills for little ones. Read more ›
To help celebrate Obon, a Buddhist summer festival, I designed crafts from recycled materials including this taiko player. Read more ›
To celebrate my taiko performance group, I made them adorable taiko ornaments from applesauce containers. Read more ›