Free Recycled Craft Ideas

If you need more tote bags for shopping, don't go buy one. There are many ways to make your own unique, crafty tote bag for shopping. One of the simplest is this recycled t-shirt tote that you can make in 10 minutes or less. You will need:

* an old t-shirt
* a sewing machine
* craft paint (optional)

T-Shirt Tote

Reuse a pineapple top and an old fish tank to make Spongebob's house. I came up with this idea myself as I read an article about growing kitchen "waste." Thinking of growing a pineapple top, it only made sense to put it in a pineapple shaped pot. I tried it and it worked wonderfully, so I painted the outside of the pot. Here are detailed instructions. You can drill holes in the bottom of the pot if you want... we didn't and Spongebob's house grew in my kitchen window for years.

How to Make Spongebobs Pineapple House

This cute tote made from overalls can be done in less than 1/2 an hour. You will need:
*a sewing machine
*tacky glue
*an old pair of overalls
*an old t-shirt

Reused Overall Bag

These denim roses are so quick and easy, they practically make themselves. They take less than 5 minutes per rose, once you get the hang of what to do. You will need:
*The hem of several pairs of old jeans
*Scissors
*Tacky glue

Reused Denim Roses

If you happen to have a hardback book that can no longer be used, recycle it into a mysterious book safe. Kids love this because it is so creative. It is quick and easy and makes a great gift for dad.

Altered Book Safe