Anything can be given an updated and quirky look with the help of a little glue and some paper. This cheap craft is easy for all ages and can be used with a variety of types of paper that might be otherwise thrown away.
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Reusable Grocery Tote – with bottle pocket
Make your own reusable grocery tote using upcycled materials!
Produce Bags
Make your own drawstring produce bags!
Plastic Bag Sleeve
Make a plastic bag sleeve to hang on a cabinet door or for the vehicle. Requires little fabric and sews in less than an hour.
Half Yard Potholders
Sew some potholders for colleagues and friends this gift-giving season. A half yard will make four, but the same process can be used to upcycle materials on hand.
One Yard Apron
Instructions to make a one yard apron with adjustable straps, without a pattern.
Beeswax Wraps
Make wax wraps and eliminate plastic wrap from your everyday kitchen routine. These wraps work well as a replacement for plastic wrap and can be reused again and again. Rinse and repeat. They do get old, but they can be revived to new with a visit to the oven. Makes a great gift, too!
Easy Slippers
Learn to make toasty slippers for home or for gifts out of repurposed fabrics. Great project for beginner sewists and a wonderful gift for any occasion or holiday.
Sew a Facemask
A face mask can be a simple home made project for even beginner sewists. You will need a sewing machine for this project. A link to the free pattern is included. Make a few extra for the neighbors and friends, while your at it.
Decoupage Ornaments
There is something very special about home made gifts. To me, it feels like a gesture of sentiment. There is meaning in a hand made gift. For this project, the perfect paper makes the gift of this ornament a true gesture of sentiment. Best of all, it’s super easy and cheap. All you need forContinue reading “Decoupage Ornaments”
